Used Volkswagen Passat Estate (1997 - 2001) Review Review by Parkers on 01 Jan 1997 4 The Passat Mk 4 was the embodiment of Volkswagen values when launched in 1997: better built than rivals, ultra-reliable and engaging to drive. That wasn't all - it was generously equipped, had fine engines and subtle styling that stood head and shoulders above Mondeo, Vectra and the stodgy old Passat Mk 3. Latest Volkswagen Passat Estate review Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Owners' Reviews Also Consider Facts & Figures Gallery Classy; roomy; well built; well equipped Beware overpriced cars, especially estates New price range: £16,260 - £26,635 Summary Parkers Rating: 4 out of 5 The Passat Mk 4 was the embodiment of Volkswagen values when launched in 1997: better built than rivals, ultra-reliable and engaging to drive. That wasn't all - it was generously equipped, had fine engines and subtle styling that stood head and shoulders above Mondeo, Vectra and the stodgy old Passat Mk 3. Parkers Ratings Overall 4 out of 5 Performance 4 out of 5 Handling 4 out of 5 Comfort 3.5 out of 5 Practicality 4 out of 5 Behind the wheel 4 out of 5 Safety 3 out of 5 Reliability 4 out of 5 Running costs 3.5 out of 5 Green credentials not rated yet Buying used 3.5 out of 5 Selling 4 out of 5 Equipment 3.5 out of 5 What owners say... “ It has loads of space and good practicality, whilst the 1.8T engine provides the fun factor when needed. ” 4 out of 5 Wayne Nock , 27 Jul 2013 ... read more “ Huge boot and decent interior space. Excellent build quality as well. It's not actually as roomy in the rear seats as other large estates but it's still pretty good. ” 5 out of 5 Dan Everitt , 10 Mar 2008 ... read more “ Good size Very good fuel ecomony (50 MPG) Reliable. The engine is the best feature of this car hardly troubled after over 200,000 miles ” 4 out of 5 Richard Voisey , 09 Oct 2007 ... read more See all Owners' Reviews Read the full facts and figures about this car Compare this car to other cars Next steps View 1 used Volkswagen Passat Estates for sale Get an Insurance QuoteRead 47 owners' reviews Tweet Other Volkswagen reviews Continue to: Driving & Performance
“ It has loads of space and good practicality, whilst the 1.8T engine provides the fun factor when needed. ” 4 out of 5 Wayne Nock , 27 Jul 2013 ... read more
“ Huge boot and decent interior space. Excellent build quality as well. It's not actually as roomy in the rear seats as other large estates but it's still pretty good. ” 5 out of 5 Dan Everitt , 10 Mar 2008 ... read more
“ Good size Very good fuel ecomony (50 MPG) Reliable. The engine is the best feature of this car hardly troubled after over 200,000 miles ” 4 out of 5 Richard Voisey , 09 Oct 2007 ... read more