I still have a 2010 B6 2.0TDI that i have owned since new. It now has 168,000 Miles or 268,800 Km, and still drives like new. The turbo actuator failed at 70,000 miles, and the starter motor at 165,000. Other than that, its just been normal wear and tear items. It also suffers from rust on the front wings, which is common on this model. I've been very happy with its reliability over the years, and are now thinking about upgrading, as the air-con compressor has failed and the cambelt needs doing again.
Great video ! I have a 2006 Passat 1.9 TDI 105 with 222.000km on the clock, I was unsure about the performance but it has loads of torque and is very pleasant to drive ! It is my first VW and I have to say the build quality is very good, and it still looks very cool even with its age ! I haven't had any problem so far, the only complains I'd have would be the parts and insurance that are not cheap, and the CD player that is not working fine, but apart from that, I am very happy with this car !
We have a simple Passat B6 Wagon and we are from Austria. My mum will pass the car down to me. She bought a new Volvo not long ago. I drive it daily to college. -I like the fob design, simple and easy to use. -Ours almost got 200.000km and still runs fine, regular oil checks are done. -Also had a B5 Wagon before, the B5 was more fun to drive while the B6 is kind of a daily driver or 2nd car. It brings you from A to B and uses acceptable amount of fuel. Up to 1100km per tank. Needless to say. I want to drive the car till it breaks down, I am considering soundproofing it and adding some optional gadgets it doesn't have but are avaible at factory.
absolutely beast of a car. Very good looking interior I am currently driving a 2008 2.0tsi 203k km still gets up to 250 no issues to report even the Ebrake work perfectly not that I use it anyway.
I have a 07 pasast with 170,000 km. A very solid vehicle. Just a wear and tear due to age (i.e. battery replacement, timing belt change, cv boots, etc). However, I had encountered one problem with this vehicle which was electronic brake failure that costed me ~$200 to fix and ~$120 for towing.
Common issue 1. EPB - electronic parking brake - the casing cracks on the motor, the motor seizing your brakes on/off (when you try to fix it - either new motor or new calipe r- the parking brake ECU can be damaged very easily! and thats not cheap!) 2. Fuel pump cam follower wears and damages the pump 3. Oil pump failure 4. Door locks, when unlocking the door and the outter handle is pulled the bowden cable moves in the inner handle, resulting in the door being unable to open unless you give it a twack (if you're alreadying hitting your door... its gonna deadlock itself - fix it now whilst you can get the door open!!) ...and i'm sure theres loads im forgetting apart from that - oh and its massive - most people will bump a corner trying to park so expect scratches on every corner comfy and great mpg
Owned my B6 saloon 2.0tdi 140ps DSG for 5 years now. It's the most comfortable and reliable car I've ever owned. Will be replacing it with a B7 in same gauze shortly. The B6 2.0tdi are fantastic and can be picked up for peanuts now in UK. So relaxed on long journeys, a real mile muncher. Worth the buy.
I recently got hold of a very clean B6 estate 2.0 tdi 170 ps. I'm very tall and this is the first car I've bought in which I can stretch my legs yet still leave large amounts of room for the passenger behind me. 80 mph/130 kmh = 2100 revs - it's a continental cruiser.
EEPRODUCTIONSKLB I said it is reliable. Read again. Only problem has been the electric handbrake, which are always a prob sooner or later. Wish they had just fitted normal one. But a terrific car, I think
Carsforlife -India Hi, ive still got my passat. I notice my last post on here was 2 years ago. Ive not had a single issue with it in that time. It gets a fairly easy life though. The regular 3.6. Well its the same engine, which is a real beauty. As a cruiser, it would be just fine i think, though its quite thirsty. If you like driving fast on twisty roads, it will struggle. Mine is not the best, even with uprated and lowered suspension and 4 wheel drive. Its ok, but if you really push it, it develops understeer and roll. So, it depends what you use it for. Cruising about, with the odd burst of speed, no probs.
I live in Canada where we get lots of snow. Snow builds up under the wipers and when you turn the car off the wipers stop working untill you clear all the snow out from under the wipers. Took me a while to figure that out.
Got the same model.. 1.9 enigen.. had to replace wishbone, som ac gaskets.. the o-rings on the injectors.. it was having starting isuse and jumping a bit when cold
Hello there! I own a passat b6 2009 tdi 2L. It's a reliable car. The only issue it has these days is the egr valve. The car has 180000 km. I think it's normal for the carbon deposits to accumulate.
Very good. I am probably buying one on Saturday. A 2010 2 litre tdi diesel 125 kw. Full leather 110ks new cambelt nz new 1 owner for $7,000 nzd. Or $4,300 euro. Pretty good buy. Not sure if it's the b6 or b7 but looks like a very good car.
I really would like to know about the 3.6 cc dsg 2011 4x4 here in Brazil . is it too expensive to keep it? What about milege fuel ... Gearbox? What should I most worry?
what do you think about DSG automatic transmissions from 2009 , heard they are risky and can collapse after a number of miles , do you confirm this teori ?
I'm un the USA and I have a 2008 Passat 3.6 4-Motion wagon and its a beast! White over black and Cali black tint! only 94k miles. I use it for business travel and I'm constantly getting punks in GTI's wanting to race etc. im in my 50's so not into the games. but every time I get service at my DUB dealer they keep wanting me to sell my "UNICORN" as they call it as I dont think there is another one in the Charlotte area. I LOVE MY PASSAT!
i want to buy Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.6 diesel tomorrow price 4000euro,should go for it or not,i heard that the electrical systems and sensors are a headache,please suggestion
Frank Miller Sun roof can collect dirt and debris making the draining system to get blocked. If you have a leaking sun roof the floor will get wet. I took mine to the VW dealership for a sun roof cleaning and the problem was gone. I couldn’t find any video on how to do it yourself, thus I ended up paying $60 for the fix.
Oliver Koura manteinance is key with this car I got mine Passat 2.0t fsi 2007 with 123k currently with 194k 0 issues besides normal maintenance. oil changes, etc, service your DSG transmission every 40-60k miles depending how you drive . That would make your car last lots and shift like a dream . Good luck. Make sure care has change timing belt and water pump at the same time if over 90k miles
I have a 3.2 4X4 combi and i love it. really fun to be on the swedish motorway and see a A6 or a 5 series appering from behind to fly past. they never expect a vw combi to have that kind of power. and the engine sound is great on higher revs.
From all generations, passat b6 is The most good looking model, only model from vw who is above is phaeton...... Be careful with 2.0 tdi engines who tend to lose oil pressure due to oil pump failure, otherwise this car is a tank
You are mistaken about one thing. You mentioned that the r36 was the only model that came with pedal shifters. I had a 2.0l fsi turbo sports pack and mine had the pedal shifters.
My car Passat 2005 B6 dísel very good . Driven 86000 me the only oner. but when drive up til 140 km the glowbluch comes on not sure what that is. Normaly could drive up til 200 km no problem
I am currently thinking of buying either the 1.9tdi sw or 2.0tdi sw on a 2007 year...... reliability and fuel economy are the most important things for me. Which would you advise? And is thier much difference in performance and spec?
Imma be honest, although Im a big VW fan (and the B6 is actually my favorite Passat), the B6 Passat is not very reliable at all sadly. It is comfortable, easy to use, and plenty fast enough (depends on engines of course), but it certainly lacks in the reliability section. But when it works, its an very good car!
Although I have met people whose B6 Passats have been very reliable, I personally Im afraid to recommend it (just cause of the things I have heard and seen) if reliability is one of the most important things for you
@@oseboodigie8406 The gasoline engines are generally more reliable than the TDI engines. 130k miles is not that bad, but definitely check for rust and be ready to change a few bits and pieces (like with every car that has driven that much or more). 2007 is pretty good but generally the newer car you get, the better the experience usually is. The 2.0 FSi is pretty good, it has good fuel consumption for a older gasoline car (especially 'extra urban), the acceleration is quite decent also. But the other stuff is pretty much same as I wrote above this comment 4 months ago.
I wouldn't buy this car second hand. When the parts fail it costs a lot of money to repair.1 injector in the diesel 2.0 to is £470 from vw. All 4 of my injectors failed after 99k miles along with the air intake manifold and wastegate actuator - total repair from vw was £4000
Hello people on this channel. I am looking for tips, video or schematics on how to remove the rear fixed side window of the station Wagon. The right side. As it is hardly available on the market at glass repair shops, i am looking to salvage a car at junkyard where you can pull yourselft parts. So all good info on how to get in mint condition is welcome. Thanks.
btw I have a 2010 2.0T 2 wheel drive standard and this is performant enough - got it used, invested couple of thousands after purchase (turbo valve around 100$, waterpump around 500$ + labour). It drives well but electrical makes me unsure of it, often getting warnings on and off about lamp issues, aribag issues. I had to unplug the stereo because it is under the seat and it was rusted. Started to have a ground problem drainig the battery. I would recommand buying it but only if you can afford to have it fixed or if you have a garage, tools and are a bit savvy about cars. So I will try to salvage that radio amp that goes under the seat too. Hope it helps you decide wether to guy or not a used one.
Hi, just got a 07 Passat tdi 140 hp dsg. I don t really like the way that the engine works with the transmission. Is definitely a highway car. Not a city car. I hate it on bad traffic and it gets around 10l/100km witch I find it a lot on a Diesel engine. Everybody talk about the PD engines that are not good. They say that the CR are much better but you will find it only on the 09 up models. What is your opinion on the PD engine? In my opinion the Passat is NOT a city car. Just long rides/highways !!!
With PD engine you refer to the older diesel engines ? I see some PD engines being used in the Golf Mk3 and Polo Mk3 with both TDI and SDI configuration. I think apart from the oil usage, these engines are built proof. The non turbo SDI can be a bit slow, but the TDI needs some maintenance on the turbo from time to time. Checking the oil level is vital for these (TDI) engines. Also replacing old oil every service will do the engine some good in terms of longevity.
Yes i have a 2009 vw jetta 2.0 tdi 140 sport in traffic it feels weird like the clutch and engine dont like slow moving stop start driving but on the motorway its smooth as silk
Had a 1.9 tdi pd engine with 105hp..did 330000km and the engine was still strong for 1500km trips..changed 2 times the timing chain and he could still keep going..oil change every 15k. Now i have a 2.0tdi cr 140hp with 140000km..the main differences for me reside in the cabin noise..the CR is more refine and with better technology. If you have the chance go for any one of them..you will have less power with the 1.9 but its enough for 130km/h trips..both engines do 5 to 5.5 L/100km.
In 2024 they can be around 10K for a good one, cheaper if they have more milage. High line is the most expensive. R36 is the most expensive and difficult to find.
Bad EGR due to cheap motor stuck in place, suspension front and rear bushes failing after 4 years, blows it's own inlet pipes off due to poorly designed hose clamps, leaks oil like a sieve, window regulators failed door locks disintegrated when replacing window regulators, engine bonnet release broken, position of transmission prevents removal of LHS lower wishbone without removing entire subframe, lights are no better than fireflies in jam jars, wing mirror glass detached spontaneously, engine bay designed to defeat any tool you put near it making it horrendous to work on, rear ABS sensors lunch themselves rapidly, rear brake assemby/hubs stupid design to prevent simple replacement without knowing a none VW sanctioned trick, strut top mount captive nuts break off requiring drilling or angle grinder to remove. Oh and erm that dieselgate stuff too. Apart from those things, yeah about as reliable as your average chocolate teapot!
I've found that the Passat B6 promises so much more than it delivers. I have a 2006 3.2 DSG 4Motion with 125,000KM, and my Dad has a 2008 3.2 DSG 4Motion with 70,000KMs Probably the lowest quality cabin I have ever seen in the 2006, the 2008 is better but still not great (even my 1989 1.3 poverty spec Mazda Familia has far less rattles and movement of the dashboard when pushed on) The 3.2 VR6 with the 6 speed DSG and 4Motion is a good driveline, when its working properly (which is never in my case) The servicing costs and reliability have been appalling (I've owned mine from 60,000KM to current 125,125KM and it has cost me $9,000 NZD to get it that far in unplanned repairs, and that is with a warranty!) But get the car on the motorway, or get it on a twisty road and I can't help but smile as the VR6 roars, the DSG pops and the AWD system endlessly grips the road. :-)
I still have a 2010 B6 2.0TDI that i have owned since new. It now has 168,000 Miles or 268,800 Km, and still drives like new. The turbo actuator failed at 70,000 miles, and the starter motor at 165,000. Other than that, its just been normal wear and tear items. It also suffers from rust on the front wings, which is common on this model. I've been very happy with its reliability over the years, and are now thinking about upgrading, as the air-con compressor has failed and the cambelt needs doing again.
Great video !
I have a 2006 Passat 1.9 TDI 105 with 222.000km on the clock, I was unsure about the performance but it has loads of torque and is very pleasant to drive ! It is my first VW and I have to say the build quality is very good, and it still looks very cool even with its age !
I haven't had any problem so far, the only complains I'd have would be the parts and insurance that are not cheap, and the CD player that is not working fine, but apart from that, I am very happy with this car !
We have a simple Passat B6 Wagon and we are from Austria. My mum will pass the car down to me. She bought a new Volvo not long ago. I drive it daily to college.
-I like the fob design, simple and easy to use.
-Ours almost got 200.000km and still runs fine, regular oil checks are done.
-Also had a B5 Wagon before, the B5 was more fun to drive while the B6 is kind of a daily driver or 2nd car. It brings you from A to B and uses acceptable amount of fuel. Up to 1100km per tank. Needless to say. I want to drive the car till it breaks down, I am considering soundproofing it and adding some optional gadgets it doesn't have but are avaible at factory.
absolutely beast of a car. Very good looking interior I am currently driving a 2008 2.0tsi 203k km still gets up to 250 no issues to report even the Ebrake work perfectly not that I use it anyway.
I have a 07 pasast with 170,000 km. A very solid vehicle. Just a wear and tear due to age (i.e. battery replacement, timing belt change, cv boots, etc). However, I had encountered one problem with this vehicle which was electronic brake failure that costed me ~$200 to fix and ~$120 for towing.
I also had this problem luckily my brakes didn’t lock up so i could just drive to the mechanic. I heard this is a common problem with the B6
Common issue
1. EPB - electronic parking brake - the casing cracks on the motor, the motor seizing your brakes on/off
(when you try to fix it - either new motor or new calipe r- the parking brake ECU can be damaged very easily! and thats not cheap!)
2. Fuel pump cam follower wears and damages the pump
3. Oil pump failure
4. Door locks, when unlocking the door and the outter handle is pulled the bowden cable moves in the inner handle, resulting in the door being unable to open unless you give it a twack (if you're alreadying hitting your door... its gonna deadlock itself - fix it now whilst you can get the door open!!)
...and i'm sure theres loads im forgetting
apart from that -
oh and its massive - most people will bump a corner trying to park so expect scratches on every corner
comfy and great mpg
Thanks for adding this information, much appreciated!
Owned my B6 saloon 2.0tdi 140ps DSG for 5 years now. It's the most comfortable and reliable car I've ever owned. Will be replacing it with a B7 in same gauze shortly. The B6 2.0tdi are fantastic and can be picked up for peanuts now in UK. So relaxed on long journeys, a real mile muncher. Worth the buy.
I recently got hold of a very clean B6 estate 2.0 tdi 170 ps. I'm very tall and this is the first car I've bought in which I can stretch my legs yet still leave large amounts of room for the passenger behind me. 80 mph/130 kmh = 2100 revs - it's a continental cruiser.
I have an R36 saloon, which i love. Thirsty but sounds great and has been teliable so far....
The R36 is not reliable ? What problems have you encountered ?
EEPRODUCTIONSKLB I said it is reliable. Read again. Only problem has been the electric handbrake, which are always a prob sooner or later. Wish they had just fitted normal one. But a terrific car, I think
@@allosaurusfragilis7782 nice bro. What about regular 3.6 vr6?
Carsforlife -India Hi, ive still got my passat. I notice my last post on here was 2 years ago. Ive not had a single issue with it in that time. It gets a fairly easy life though.
The regular 3.6. Well its the same engine, which is a real beauty. As a cruiser, it would be just fine i think, though its quite thirsty.
If you like driving fast on twisty roads, it will struggle. Mine is not the best, even with uprated and lowered suspension and 4 wheel drive. Its ok, but if you really push it, it develops understeer and roll.
So, it depends what you use it for. Cruising about, with the odd burst of speed, no probs.
I live in Canada where we get lots of snow. Snow builds up under the wipers and when you turn the car off the wipers stop working untill you clear all the snow out from under the wipers. Took me a while to figure that out.
Yes, they are located under the back of the hood. That means you can't flip them up when in the parked position. It's a bad design.
Got the same model.. 1.9 enigen.. had to replace wishbone, som ac gaskets.. the o-rings on the injectors.. it was having starting isuse and jumping a bit when cold
Hello there! I own a passat b6 2009 tdi 2L. It's a reliable car. The only issue it has these days is the egr valve. The car has 180000 km. I think it's normal for the carbon deposits to accumulate.
Very good. I am probably buying one on Saturday. A 2010 2 litre tdi diesel 125 kw. Full leather 110ks new cambelt nz new 1 owner for $7,000 nzd. Or $4,300 euro. Pretty good buy. Not sure if it's the b6 or b7 but looks like a very good car.
That's about the right price.
Good choice!
after my 2006 Passat 2.0tdi broke down due to oil preassure failure,i ended up buying a Passat b6 tdi 2010 with the b7 engine :)
I really would like to know about the 3.6 cc dsg 2011 4x4 here in Brazil . is it too expensive to keep it? What about milege fuel ... Gearbox? What should I most worry?
cool video
Pleasure to ride this car ! 1.9tdi
what do you think about DSG automatic transmissions from 2009 , heard they are risky and can collapse after a number of miles , do you confirm this teori ?
I'm un the USA and I have a 2008 Passat 3.6 4-Motion wagon and its a beast! White over black and Cali black tint! only 94k miles. I use it for business travel and I'm constantly getting punks in GTI's wanting to race etc. im in my 50's so not into the games. but every time I get service at my DUB dealer they keep wanting me to sell my "UNICORN" as they call it as I dont think there is another one in the Charlotte area. I LOVE MY PASSAT!
Probably likely to outrun GTI's. It is a unicorn for sure, they will not make them like that no more. Enjoy it sir 😎
my 2006 Passat b6 2.0tdi 140 highline wagon with 240000km had a breakdown due to low oil preassure
Anybody has any advice for 2009 tdi 2.0 BVE/BVD manual i just bought it with 183km. Great video btw
i want to buy Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.6 diesel tomorrow price 4000euro,should go for it or not,i heard that the electrical systems and sensors are a headache,please suggestion
would like to know more about sun roof leaks, diver and pas window leaks lots of water on floor in front ? thanks
Frank Miller Sun roof can collect dirt and debris making the draining system to get blocked. If you have a leaking sun roof the floor will get wet. I took mine to the VW dealership for a sun roof cleaning and the problem was gone. I couldn’t find any video on how to do it yourself, thus I ended up paying $60 for the fix.
Do you think the r36 is reliable and worth the cost. Im looking at purchasing one in Australia and just curious about the reliability. Thankyou
Oliver Koura manteinance is key with this car I got mine Passat 2.0t fsi 2007 with 123k currently with 194k 0 issues besides normal maintenance. oil changes, etc, service your DSG transmission every 40-60k miles depending how you drive . That would make your car last lots and shift like a dream . Good luck. Make sure care has change timing belt and water pump at the same time if over 90k miles
Mr im about to buy B6 3.2 4x4 version with 250hp and automatic transmition whats your thoughts on this engine ? thanks in advance ;)
zemi si 1,9
I have a 3.2 4X4 combi and i love it. really fun to be on the swedish motorway and see a A6 or a 5 series appering from behind to fly past. they never expect a vw combi to have that kind of power. and the engine sound is great on higher revs.
I have a 2009 passat 1.4tsi with 230kkm 145k miles its reliable and economical i upgraded the radio to dab
From all generations, passat b6 is The most good looking model, only model from vw who is above is phaeton......
Be careful with 2.0 tdi engines who tend to lose oil pressure due to oil pump failure, otherwise this car is a tank
Absolutely correct
You are mistaken about one thing. You mentioned that the r36 was the only model that came with pedal shifters. I had a 2.0l fsi turbo sports pack and mine had the pedal shifters.
My bad, thanks for sharing your experiences.
My car Passat 2005 B6 dísel very good . Driven 86000 me the only oner. but when drive up til 140 km the glowbluch comes on not sure what that is. Normaly could drive up til 200 km no problem
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I am currently thinking of buying either the 1.9tdi sw or 2.0tdi sw on a 2007 year...... reliability and fuel economy are the most important things for me. Which would you advise? And is thier much difference in performance and spec?
Imma be honest, although Im a big VW fan (and the B6 is actually my favorite Passat), the B6 Passat is not very reliable at all sadly. It is comfortable, easy to use, and plenty fast enough (depends on engines of course), but it certainly lacks in the reliability section. But when it works, its an very good car!
Although I have met people whose B6 Passats have been very reliable, I personally Im afraid to recommend it (just cause of the things I have heard and seen) if reliability is one of the most important things for you
@@GamingAplication pls what's your opinion on a 2007 vw Passat 2.0 FSI with 130,000 miles
@@oseboodigie8406 The gasoline engines are generally more reliable than the TDI engines. 130k miles is not that bad, but definitely check for rust and be ready to change a few bits and pieces (like with every car that has driven that much or more). 2007 is pretty good but generally the newer car you get, the better the experience usually is. The 2.0 FSi is pretty good, it has good fuel consumption for a older gasoline car (especially 'extra urban), the acceleration is quite decent also. But the other stuff is pretty much same as I wrote above this comment 4 months ago.
If you want to buy a reliable diesel buy the 1.9 tdi until MY2007
I wouldn't buy this car second hand. When the parts fail it costs a lot of money to repair.1 injector in the diesel 2.0 to is £470 from vw. All 4 of my injectors failed after 99k miles along with the air intake manifold and wastegate actuator - total repair from vw was £4000
Nextime trye replacing the o-ring on the injector
These are good cars as long as you keep up with the maintenance. They're completely wasted on constant short journeys: too many cold starts.
Very true!
Hello people on this channel. I am looking for tips, video or schematics on how to remove the rear fixed side window of the station Wagon. The right side. As it is hardly available on the market at glass repair shops, i am looking to salvage a car at junkyard where you can pull yourselft parts. So all good info on how to get in mint condition is welcome. Thanks.
btw I have a 2010 2.0T 2 wheel drive standard and this is performant enough - got it used, invested couple of thousands after purchase (turbo valve around 100$, waterpump around 500$ + labour). It drives well but electrical makes me unsure of it, often getting warnings on and off about lamp issues, aribag issues. I had to unplug the stereo because it is under the seat and it was rusted. Started to have a ground problem drainig the battery. I would recommand buying it but only if you can afford to have it fixed or if you have a garage, tools and are a bit savvy about cars. So I will try to salvage that radio amp that goes under the seat too. Hope it helps you decide wether to guy or not a used one.
Hi, just got a 07 Passat tdi 140 hp dsg. I don t really like the way that the engine works with the transmission. Is definitely a highway car. Not a city car. I hate it on bad traffic and it gets around 10l/100km witch I find it a lot on a Diesel engine. Everybody talk about the PD engines that are not good. They say that the CR are much better but you will find it only on the 09 up models. What is your opinion on the PD engine? In my opinion the Passat is NOT a city car. Just long rides/highways !!!
With PD engine you refer to the older diesel engines ? I see some PD engines being used in the Golf Mk3 and Polo Mk3 with both TDI and SDI configuration. I think apart from the oil usage, these engines are built proof. The non turbo SDI can be a bit slow, but the TDI needs some maintenance on the turbo from time to time. Checking the oil level is vital for these (TDI) engines. Also replacing old oil every service will do the engine some good in terms of longevity.
You right
Yes i have a 2009 vw jetta 2.0 tdi 140 sport in traffic it feels weird like the clutch and engine dont like slow moving stop start driving but on the motorway its smooth as silk
I have 08 2.0 tdi with dsg and i have around 5l/100km maximum 7l i agree about dat slow driving
Had a 1.9 tdi pd engine with 105hp..did 330000km and the engine was still strong for 1500km trips..changed 2 times the timing chain and he could still keep going..oil change every 15k. Now i have a 2.0tdi cr 140hp with 140000km..the main differences for me reside in the cabin noise..the CR is more refine and with better technology. If you have the chance go for any one of them..you will have less power with the 1.9 but its enough for 130km/h trips..both engines do 5 to 5.5 L/100km.
What's the average value of 2008 Volkswagen passet
In 2024 they can be around 10K for a good one, cheaper if they have more milage. High line is the most expensive. R36 is the most expensive and difficult to find.
Bad EGR due to cheap motor stuck in place, suspension front and rear bushes failing after 4 years, blows it's own inlet pipes off due to poorly designed hose clamps, leaks oil like a sieve, window regulators failed door locks disintegrated when replacing window regulators, engine bonnet release broken, position of transmission prevents removal of LHS lower wishbone without removing entire subframe, lights are no better than fireflies in jam jars, wing mirror glass detached spontaneously, engine bay designed to defeat any tool you put near it making it horrendous to work on, rear ABS sensors lunch themselves rapidly, rear brake assemby/hubs stupid design to prevent simple replacement without knowing a none VW sanctioned trick, strut top mount captive nuts break off requiring drilling or angle grinder to remove. Oh and erm that dieselgate stuff too. Apart from those things, yeah about as reliable as your average chocolate teapot!
so comfy but not reliable at all !
Vr6 is the best...engine...
I've found that the Passat B6 promises so much more than it delivers.
I have a 2006 3.2 DSG 4Motion with 125,000KM, and my Dad has a 2008 3.2 DSG 4Motion with 70,000KMs
Probably the lowest quality cabin I have ever seen in the 2006, the 2008 is better but still not great (even my 1989 1.3 poverty spec Mazda Familia has far less rattles and movement of the dashboard when pushed on)
The 3.2 VR6 with the 6 speed DSG and 4Motion is a good driveline, when its working properly (which is never in my case)
The servicing costs and reliability have been appalling (I've owned mine from 60,000KM to current 125,125KM and it has cost me $9,000 NZD to get it that far in unplanned repairs, and that is with a warranty!)
But get the car on the motorway, or get it on a twisty road and I can't help but smile as the VR6 roars, the DSG pops and the AWD system endlessly grips the road. :-)
Thanks for sharing your experiences.
The worst engine is 2.0tdi with 103kw\140hp
Please how is the 2.0 FSI?
Was, after you bought it new from dealer, if you buying like me a 10 years old one, trust me all was ready replaced with reliable parts.
you mean the pd or the cr engine?
The 2.0 tdi is’t very reliable engine
The older 1.9 is more reliable indeed.
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