1 Star Reviews for 1997 Volkswagen Passat

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

3.89/5 Average
43 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

GLS model vanishes from radar as Volkswagen prepares for launch of all-new Passat in mid-1997.

Pros:
  • Huge interior with lots of leg room, superb seats, excellent road manners
Cons:
  • 2.8-liter V-6 responds sluggishly when harnessed to automatic transmission

User Reviews:

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  • POOR DESIGN - 1997 Volkswagen Passat
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    Bought it with 60k miles on it, BIG mistake! I looked everywhere for this car Why??? I loved the car for some reason. Today, this is the WORST car I have ever owned, high repairs all the way. I have spent over 4000k in repairs in the past 3 years. $1500 was out of my pocket.Check engine light has comes on every month sometimes every week. Water pump exploded in a drive through. Belts snapped. A/C went out. Door handle on drivers side is crazy glues on. Interior light is glued on in back seat passanger area. Power Mirrors are alomst done Power Windows are off track and have been repaired. Fog Lights cracked with rocks hitting them. Car was leaking coolant.

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