Overview & Reviews
A more fuel-efficient 1.8-liter, turbocharged four-cylinder engine replaces the 2.5-liter five-cylinder on the 2014 Volkswagen Passat SEL model and will gradually be phased in on other trim levels. VW's Car-Net telematics interface also debuts this year, and most trims, including this year's new Sport trim level, now have a standard rearview camera.
- Refined and quiet ride
- Strong V6
- Fuel-efficient diesel engine
- High-quality cabin with above-average passenger and cargo space
- Top safety scores.
- Below-average acceleration with 2.5 and TDI engines
- Touchscreen electronics interface in SEL models is slow to respond.
User Reviews:
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Achilles heel: Navigation System - 2014 Volkswagen Passat
By pnwsteve - November 15 - 8:35 pmOverall good results, but the one exception is so frustrating and "in your face" that I would not buy this vehicle again. Its the Navigation/ Bluetooth/ Stereo/ Backup Camera combo. The system is super slow and locked up for me four times. Music keeps playing, but nothing else works. Volume is stuck, navigation may or may not continue. Once the unit rebooted by itself after about 20 minutes, the other times I had to stop and shut the car off for 5-10 minutes. Onscreen button are slow to respond and sometimes dont respond at all. Entering an address while on the go is not practical. Valid, well-established addresses often dont work (~30% of use).
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Bigger is Better... - 2014 Volkswagen Passat
By marusik - April 16 - 5:35 amBeing in the market for a mid-size family car in the most competitive segment, I found the Passat quite a balanced choice. The combination of performance and spaciousness is very accommodating. The 1.8 Turbo breaths smoothly and effortless, marking a significant difference, especially when your weekend driving involves a few mountain ranges (which will surprise some V8 drivers out there). The six-speed automatic shifts seamlessly (almost as a CVT without the retrofitting side-effect). Power is always available thanks to the engines low end torque. In fewer words, I just love the driving dynamics of the Passat regardless of the package you choose.
