Here's Why The VW Passat Is A Great Midsize Sedan Bargain

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  • Опубліковано 22 гру 2024
  • The 2021 VW Passat SE is one of the lowest priced midsize sedans on the market. It's also equipped with a lot of standard safety features like blind spot monitoring system, rear cross traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. However, the options are also limited, and some of the really interesting features you can normally find in other midsize sedans cannot be found in here. Come see what else I have to say so that you'll know more before you buy, and to also see how the Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SE compares to the competition
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 58

  • @ralphbernard3908
    @ralphbernard3908 2 роки тому +7

    I bought a new 2020 Passat in September of that year. At two years old and 23,000 miles no complaints or mechanical issues. It runs great!

  • @dancar02
    @dancar02 3 роки тому +36

    The VW Passat is a nice car. To me it looks very modern. The VW Passat is a conservative and at the same time modern car. I like that it has a large gasoline tank. Less stops at the gas station.

  • @dmoney668
    @dmoney668 3 роки тому +44

    I'd take a Passat over any of the competitors. Classier and solid

    • @RightWing1
      @RightWing1 3 роки тому +5

      If they think that is a boring car then I give up, the ones he listed as comparisons are dreadful. You should see the version we get here in the UK its a lot nicer than the one you are reviewing.

  • @Fritter70
    @Fritter70 3 роки тому +12

    I bought a 2018 SE new. It’s been a great “dad” and “going to work” car for me. Can’t beat the value vs features. Apple CarPlay, heated seats, push bottom start, leatherette iOS nice, German styling, huge trunk and backseat.

    • @jeffmorse645
      @jeffmorse645 3 роки тому

      How's the reliability been?

    • @Fritter70
      @Fritter70 3 роки тому +1

      @@jeffmorse645 just normal maintenance. 50k miles all good.

    • @jeffmorse645
      @jeffmorse645 3 роки тому +4

      @@Fritter70 Thanks! Looking at a new leftover 2020 SEL Premium this weekend. The dealer wants 25K for it.

    • @f9mike
      @f9mike 3 роки тому +2

      I just bought a 2018 certified preowned PASSAT SEL PREMIUM with only 3150 miles on it, it is by far the nicest car I have ever owned!!!

  • @eddiemes5943
    @eddiemes5943 2 роки тому +7

    The driving experience you get on the Passat you will never have it on those crappy Japanese cars you mentioned, I have tried them all. Nice review

  • @dsinghr
    @dsinghr 2 роки тому +4

    i find passat extremely attractive. I don't care what others say or think. It is a pity that US gets this cheaped out version. Here in Australia we get Europe's Passat and it is such a joy to drive and own. It is infact built in Germany and quality is Wayyyyyy better than Tiguan.

  • @whitneyfan9019
    @whitneyfan9019 3 роки тому +9

    I love these cars. I have a 2016 r line Passat and it has been very reliable. Haven’t had any issues with it at all. It 45,000 miles on and I’m thinking about upgrading to the 2021. I also like the big tank. Fewer stops at the gas station.

    • @alvinsimba734
      @alvinsimba734 3 роки тому +1

      45000 miles... I thought you were going to say 200000 miles minimum.

    • @whitneyfan9019
      @whitneyfan9019 3 роки тому +1

      @@alvinsimba734 Ive had cars give me trouble at 20,000 miles. my husbands 2012 Passat that has 152,000 miles on it has had no major issues. We use it as a spare car.

  • @will_in_texas
    @will_in_texas 3 роки тому +6

    I just purchased a 2021 SE. I use it to commute 250 miles a week. It’s a great hwy cruiser. My only complaint is under acceleration from a stop it’s a little noisy. Once under way it’s pretty quiet. It’s a lot of car under 25k

  • @ingenunis5003
    @ingenunis5003 3 роки тому +13

    I don’t care for the larger screen or panoramic sunroof😬

  • @alanboyce7109
    @alanboyce7109 3 роки тому +9

    The VW is the most dependable of all of the sedans. That alone is worth it.

    • @rvd2960
      @rvd2960 3 роки тому +1

      It looks like you haven't heard of Camry and Corolla

    • @alvinsimba734
      @alvinsimba734 3 роки тому

      @@rvd2960 right eh... there is a reason why that passat is cheap lol

  • @mark1h2023
    @mark1h2023 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much Hanson! Really helped me with the car-buying process.

  • @kfrdubber
    @kfrdubber 3 роки тому +1

    Passat uses the New Midsize Sedan (NMS) platform. It first came out in 2012. It does not have MQB's infotainment found on Golf/GTI/Atlas/Tiguan.

  • @dcartellone2659
    @dcartellone2659 2 роки тому +3

    It’s funny how stuff new today is dated by tomorrow. What a greedy world.

  • @dvrify1
    @dvrify1 3 роки тому +3

    Who'd buy this thing if there are better options in this dying segment? I didn't know that Passat is a budget car in the US. In Europe, it is just below the luxury brands in quality and price. Nice review and very interesting information!

  • @ronaldboykin9755
    @ronaldboykin9755 3 роки тому +2

    I bought a 2017 SE because it has the CD/mp3 player! Volkswagen gets rid of the CD player in the 20/21 model years!

  • @jerseyforhawks
    @jerseyforhawks 3 роки тому

    Been driving driving a 2019 Wolfsburg Ed., and love it's plain awesomeness. Interestingly, my other car is a 2019 Corrolla Hatchback. VALUE.

  • @rogeliomontana4916
    @rogeliomontana4916 Рік тому

    Too much technology is boringgg...
    This car is JUST perfect.
    Now people asking for a 32' tv dashboard screen just ridiculous.

  • @evewebb9752
    @evewebb9752 3 роки тому +1

    Beautiful car man

  • @jeffreyfurtado3681
    @jeffreyfurtado3681 3 роки тому

    What is the long term reliability of this Passat?

    • @Tphan99
      @Tphan99 2 роки тому +8

      I got a 2015 and it has 155k never had a problem

    • @jeffreyfurtado3681
      @jeffreyfurtado3681 2 роки тому +2

      @@Tphan99 Good to hear. Most people claim these car have lots of issues.

    • @alanajenelle2214
      @alanajenelle2214 Рік тому +3

      I had 2017 jetta tsi . No issues. Used for lyft . Started at 42,000 and now at 160,000 . Great car!!!

    • @msdecemberloveangel8236
      @msdecemberloveangel8236 11 місяців тому +2

      I have a 2016 100,000 miles. No problem so far as long the oil changes are current.

    • @Murdered0ut150
      @Murdered0ut150 Місяць тому +1

      Just traded my 16 in today, 212,569 miles. Not a problem at all. Just wanted a refresh and got into a 21’ ❤

  • @hasibdaloub4445
    @hasibdaloub4445 3 роки тому

    thanks from libya , you did put your finger tip on the point over all the passat very back date , but cheap on price !!!

  • @miles9911
    @miles9911 3 роки тому

    My 2014 is a good first car very good gas mileage

  • @clints3727
    @clints3727 Рік тому

    🙏👍Thank you for interesting video👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️💚💚💚

  • @bitkurd
    @bitkurd 3 роки тому +6

    1991 passat: 177HP
    2021 passat: 174HP

    • @commanderwalnut3846
      @commanderwalnut3846 3 роки тому +6

      Horsepower isn't everything. This isn't a sports car, its designed to be a regular daily drive sedan you won't need alot of horsepower to drive to work

    • @csalinas-sf6jg
      @csalinas-sf6jg Рік тому

      @@commanderwalnut3846lol well, you slapped some sense into me for sure. 👍🏽

  • @HolysauceStreams
    @HolysauceStreams 3 роки тому +1

    I got one as a loaner from VW, if you have enough money to buy one of these just get a golf gti instead you won't be disappointed.

  • @jsw981
    @jsw981 2 роки тому

    Wait a minute...
    ..ure comparing a passat se with a Lexus at end ?? 🙄 man..

    • @Knglx
      @Knglx 7 місяців тому

      He didn’t say anything bad about the Lexus nor comparing it he was complementing it so go get your ears checked 🙄

  • @ralphabreu5022
    @ralphabreu5022 9 місяців тому

    Stay away that's what my mechanic says part's are extremely expensive and as all German cars they are hyperly built say an alternator blow's everything is interconnected.
    Do yourself a favor buy a Camry.

  • @brickcity1711
    @brickcity1711 3 роки тому

    i just rented one.

  • @ezequielgueu8464
    @ezequielgueu8464 3 роки тому

    I do believe the Passat have been replaced by the Arteon

    • @DEALZ7
      @DEALZ7 11 місяців тому

      Cc was replaced by the Arteon, Passat is being replace with the New electric ID.7 sedan

    • @ralfulrich6254
      @ralfulrich6254 10 місяців тому

      @@DEALZ7 in Europe there is also a new Passat version along with the ID.7

  • @East17A
    @East17A 3 роки тому +6

    there's no way you can use any VW vehicles for business transportation man !!! very expensive to fix and very unreliable !!

    • @saturndesigns2339
      @saturndesigns2339 3 роки тому +3

      Lol what been doing that 20 years no problems

    • @largol33t1
      @largol33t1 3 роки тому +1

      Been driving a Golf for almost 5 years. You live under a rock!

    • @ezequielgueu8464
      @ezequielgueu8464 3 роки тому +2

      indeed very expensive repair but also very reliable for sure

  • @robbyu.672
    @robbyu.672 3 роки тому

    RIP Passat

  • @LookUpTheKalergiPlanWhitePeeps

    I HATE the stupid swooshy styling of the competitors.

    • @ralfulrich6254
      @ralfulrich6254 10 місяців тому

      same. Clean lines are more elegant.

  • @clints3727
    @clints3727 Рік тому

    🙏👍👍👍❤️💚❤️👍👍👍🙏