2002 VW Passat:
Passat 4 Dr Sedan GLS, 5 speed Automatic.
MSRP $23,375
Invoice $21,730
CarsDirect $22,230
CR comments:
The Volkswagen Passat is a well-rounded vehicle with very good braking, ride, and handling; a spacious and comfortable interior; and top-quality fit and finish. Excellent seats and impressive crash-test results round out the package. The standard engine is now a 170-hp, 1.8-liter turbocharged Four that's clean enough for the Passat to be rated an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV). Acceleration is lively, but the engine occasionally hesitates on takeoff and sounds a bit noisy--the only gripe we have with this impressive car. Reliability has been above average.
The well-equipped Passat starts at $21,750. With a five-speed automatic transmission, a sunroof, and alloy wheels, our test car cost $25,380 including destination. The CR Wholesale Price--which includes any buyer rebates and what the dealer paid after incentives--is $22,531. (All CR Wholesale Prices were effective as of early November 2001.) |
