Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Volkswagen Passat lineup undergoes a major downsizing, as there is now just a single front-wheel-drive Komfort trim level, and the only available powertrain is the turbocharged 2.0-liter four with a six-speed automatic transmission. One new feature this year is a hard-drive-based navigation system with a touchscreen and digital music storage capability. However, some previously available features, such as leather seating, a premium audio system and xenon headlights, are no longer available.

• Good balance of ride comfort and handling, upscale interior appointments, energetic turbocharged engine, available wagon body style.

• Elevated road noise, costs as much as V6-powered competitors, no V6 option, missing some common options.

User Reviews:

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  Sell it before you hit 100K! - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By George - October 27 - 9:50 am

  I bought my 09 2.0T with less than 30K. Never put anything but synthetic oil and premium gas in the thing. It was a dream to drive until I started blowing ignition coils close to 80K. At around 103K it started dumping oil and coolant - so much it was embarrassing to park it anywhere. Took it to two reputable shops - they both told me it wasnt worth fixing. I just let the thing go at 106K for $2,500 as a trade in.

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  100K Mile and still going strong - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By mj48 - March 20 - 3:04 pm

  I bought this car new for my wife and have never had any but normal wear and tear issues. Living in a snowy climate I did have to change the tires but other than that a great car. Performance is great. It has a good ride and a lot of standard features. I chose this car over Toyota and Honda.

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  European versus Japanese - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By bigstepper - December 20 - 8:20 am

  I recently bought a VW Passat Komfort wagon for my wife. The car has been great so far. After 5 days in my Lexus, its fun to drive my wifes car on the weekend. I really cant ever say Ive felt that way about my other cars. If VW can solve some of its past reliability issues ( and it looks like they are trying hard to do so) I think middle America will rediscover the brand.

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  Great Car - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By sconner69 - July 4 - 10:52 am

  This is the first "new" car we have ever bought, We purchased it in April 2010 however it was a 2009 Demo so not really brand new. Anyway it had just at 5K miles on it when we purchased and since then we have driven about 23K miles. We have had not had any mechanical issues with the car. I like others would have really liked memory seats. As I am 65" and y wife is 56" so we are always changing the seat. The 2.0L Turbo has amazing power and we average about 24mpg I have gotten 35mpg on the highway driving at 55 and really trying to get the best milage. Overall the car has been quite nice.

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  VW the new BMW - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By MVBOSTON - June 5 - 6:56 pm

  I have a BMW X5 and traded a Merc C280 4 Matic for the Passat. The Passat is the exact size of an E350, but half the price. You give up rain sensing wipers, memory seats, automatic headlights and a power rear sunshade. You get just as good build quality, similar performance in crash tests, 10 more MPG, free scheduled maintenance for 3 years, and $30,000 in your pocket. The sales experience was much better than Mercedes. I have no regrets. I love this car. What will I do with my $30,000? Good time to invest.

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  new Passat - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By rvfool - May 28 - 2:30 pm

  Just got the car. Surprise by the power. Fun to drive but wife having problem with turbo and a lead foot. I had a 05 TDI Passat before. This is bigger. Miss the mileage of the diesel. Tires are expensive because of the 17" wheels and they are a summer thead. Needed snow right away. Comfortable and a better car for me than the CC. Did not like the low roof, rear view mirror or performance of the CC. There is a lot of leg room front and back. Wish it had blue tooth, homelink, and memory seats.

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  2009 wagon - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By guido - November 3 - 9:06 am

  Bought this car on the basis of owning a 2006 jetta, was not disappointed.The fuel mileage meets or exceeds the epa sticker,2l. 4 cyl drives like a larger engine.

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  Great German Car - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By mbehn - July 16 - 1:19 pm

  Have had this 09 since 8/09. It runs flawlessly and is a very enjoyable family sedan. Storage is HUGE, performance is tight and torque is excellent. High end smooth comfortable ride with great control. Most of the benefits of Audi w/o price tag. Great bargains to be had (this one was $5K off sticker). No, not as cheap as a Camry or Honda, but much more style, class and fun to drive. This car is a sleeper and soon to be changed and produced in Mexico - its a buy.

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  For New Models - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By DFt Lauderdale - January 31 - 3:03 pm

  For a car listed for 29k a middle of the road final product. I have rattles in the dash area from one end to the other. The dealer cant fix. The light interior color on areas where dirty shoes will come in contact are impossible to clean. Like lower doors and where speakers are placed which also will be damaged when someone gets in and presses there shoe to hold the door open or just scrape when getting in or out. I do not drive much so not hampered by bad gas mileage. But for a four its a nice car.

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  TDI Bluemotion - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By finlander - November 22 - 5:33 pm

  Great mileage, super low emissions, big enough to carry lots of junk, quiet for a diesel. Acceleration leaves a lot ot be desired