2000 Volkswagen Passat Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.05/5 Average
200 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The radio display and anti-theft system have been updated. A brake-wear indicator is now standard on all models.

Pros:
  • Fun-to-drive, excellent value, functional and comfortable interior.
Cons:
  • Slight turbo lag on four-cylinder models, body rolls through tight corners.

User Reviews:

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  • best sedan for the money - 2000 Volkswagen Passat
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    Super quiet and smooth car! Excellent handling. Neat Tiptronic trans.!

  • One headache after another - 2000 Volkswagen Passat
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    Dont get me wrong here... VWs are excellent cars when they are running 100%. The problem is 99% of the time they are not running properly. Case in point here is my 2000 Passat 1.8T. After 5 years of ownership, I drowned thousands of dollars into repairs. Blown turbo, oil cooler cracked, brakes went soft early on too. The list goes on and on. Sludge had built up in the engine and finally, after 83k miles, the heater core broke. I will NEVER buy a VW again. This is the worst car Ive ever dealt with and I dont know why I kept it for so long.

  • Pleasure to Drive - 2000 Volkswagen Passat
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    This platform of the Passat is based on the Audi A4 and utilizes the same Audi 1.8L T engine and 4-link suspension. The engine has great low end torque and top end speed. Matched to the 5-speed manual provides a great touring car. The fit-and-finish are typical German high-quality. Bought used w/ less than 16K miles in 2001 and have had zero problems (now at 34K miles). Great MPG for a high performance car (Note to Big 3: It can be done!). Comfortable front leather seats and interior. Monsoon Sound system is also a plus.

  • Love My Passat - 2000 Volkswagen Passat
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    I love my Passat. It has great handling, and is fun to drive. It gives you the feel of a sporty car with the utility of a 4-door sedan.

  • Love it - 2000 Volkswagen Passat
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    When I trade this car in, approx 2 yrs from now I will definitely buy a new VW Passat. This car is probably the best car I have owned. I traded in my 2002 Explorer for this car and do not regret it. Even though I loved my Explorer very much. I highly recommend this car to anyone. Incredible stereo system, very roomy back seat, large trunk. What else can I say excellent vehicle.

  • Passat GLX 2000 - 2000 Volkswagen Passat
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    The Passat GLX is an excellent automobile and mine has given me great service. It is a pleasure to drive under all circumstances. Where I live, the roads are not the greatest, with cobblestone streets in my town. This has resulted in some wrattles in the car which I probably would not have otherwise. Economy is good enough, considering the engine and how I drive. Tiptronic is a great transmission system.

  • Wow - 2000 Volkswagen Passat
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    This car is not only the best car I have ever puchased.... its probably the best purchase Ive ever made. Quality through & through.... quick, very fun to drive, roomy on the inside, but looks like a jetta on the outside... I strongly recommend this car to anyone who has to drive.

  • this car stinks - 2000 Volkswagen Passat
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    this car has had more repairs than any car i have ever had including upper balljoints ($600 apiece) engine parts and now it needs $1000 in repairs DO NOT BUY ONE!

  • Good Car - 2000 Volkswagen Passat
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    I love my Passat. I have a Wolfsburg Edition(built in Germany) with a manual transmission. I dont know what happenned with the other people getting bad gas mileage because I get up to 54mpg on the highway which makes this car good for my long commute. I love my Passat, and Ive never had to make any major repairs. This car is very quick and very durable. I pull away from Corvettes and Mustangs all the time. Ive driven Volkswagens since 1985, and thanks to this car, Ill continue that trend(unless I buy an Audi, hehe)

  • DRIVING IS FUN - 2000 Volkswagen Passat
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    FUN TO DRIVE, GREAT VALUE FOR PRICE. CUP HOLDERS ABSOLUTELY POORLY THOUGHT OUT. CANT PLUG IN CELL PHONE AND USE CUP HOLDER AT SAME TIME.

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