Is NOW the time to BUY a 2020 VW Passat before it's DISCONTINUED?
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- Опубліковано 3 жов 2024
- The Passat has been in VW's lineup for many years. On the outside of this midsize sedan you will find a reworked grill, wheels, and rear bumper. On the inside you will find some new changes to the interior. Under the hood is a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 producing 174HP & is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Is NOW the time to BUY a 2020 VW Passat before it's DISCONTINUED
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i like how he talks about every single detail that the car has on the outside, not like some other people that will only talk about the rims details, headlights, or the engine if its a v4 or v6 or sometimes just talk about the inside of the car. good job my guy this videos is very helpful to people that wanna buy a car like this.
*That's a nice car! Understated, grown up looking interior. This definitely isn't a teenager's car.*
Not a fan of VW interiors but this one is definitely properly subtle and clean.
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
I agree with you Jimmy!
For some reason I just don't understand why the SEL Edition is faster than the r-line which is The Sportier version of The 2020 Volkswagen Passat Which I currently Drive
Lol bought it while I was a teenager
I bought a 2020 Passat SE about 2 months ago. These are the features I like. No engine auto stop start feature. A torque converter automatic 6 speed transmission. A comfortable, quiet ride. Lots of interior room. That big car feel. Clean exterior and interior design. Good safety features. My insurance bill actually went down $10 a month because of the safety features! I paid $6000 less than sticker price. Dislikes? No CD player. I get about 36mpg on the highway. All in all it's just what I wanted.
I have a 2016 model and I love it! It's roomy, comfortable, and great on gas. I regularly average around 28-30 mpg in the city and it has no problem breaking 40 mpg on the highway, highest I've seen it is 41.5! The 1.8T has great get up and go for what it is too, overall love the car and definitely think it is underrated.
Thanks sharing that great input and perspective!
I like the exterior but the Passat still has a late 2000s interior and engine 😅.
So true about that.
@@RaitisRides wish this Passat went to the new platform the Jetta’s are on
I kind of like that about it 😅
These actually look really nice on the road especially at nighttime. Looks like a cheaper Audi A6.
Thanks for sharing that Ness!
Thanks Ness! You have a point
Well that’s expected since Audi is Volkswagen after all...
So is Lamborghini and Bugatti a lot of people don't know that.
Had a 2014 Passat new and passed down to my daughter for her college transportation. Solid car, feels like a tank reliable as well.
Not sure what anyone else thinks but I’m ready to see manufacturers use less chrome and use more of a bruised or matte silver or black. Something else! Nice car and nice review Joe thanks for bringing us along for this ride! Thanks Lori, and Victor too! Great work and thanks for keeping us informed/entertained during these unusual times! Your passion for automobiles always shines thru Joe!
Thanks Joshua! That is a very good idea. I appreciate you saying that and I am so thankful you are part of the Raiti's Rides family!
Hey joe I can see you never rest, happy thanksgiving 🍁!!!
Thanks my friend! Same to you and yours!
VW designers have been doing their thing the last few years. Their sedans are getting more and more attractive. This car is a great every day commuter.
Thanks for letting me share this one with you!
Just bought a 2021 Passat R-line and I highly recommend. Having had both a Camry SE and Maxima before, I can definitely say it’s my favorite one yet. The subtle, yet aggressive exterior with the understated, yet classy interior is the perfect blend. Definitely one of the more underrated cars on the market today.
You work so hard. Keep up the great reviews. Shout out from Jamaica 🇯🇲🇯🇲
Thank you Ronji! That really means so much!
The best thing about the light refresh is that my 2014 Passat with 105k miles still looks like a new car! Other than routine maintenance plus new tires at 80k I have not spent any money on it; I still even have the original rotors and brake pads. I recommend driving it in “Sport” all the time.
Thanks Martin for sharing that input from your ownership!
Very reliable it’s more reliable than my Honda Accord
R.I.P Volkswagen Passat (1970-2020) 😭😭😭 gone but not forgotten
It's crazy!
@@RaitisRides why is the vehicle being discontinued? 😭
@@movaemo.4098 VE needs Mo sales Mo Mo
Yet you have a Nissan Altima as your profile pic lol
I believe 2023 is the last year
I have a 2014 SEL Premium and it's pretty much the same as this one... and I love it 😀
Thanks for sharing that great input from your ownership experience!
I've got a 2017 passat sel and its the best car I've ever had
Thanks for sharing your input from your experience!
I have a black with beige int 2017 sel. The car is loaded with features. I agree.
Sad to see so many great sedans get discontinued. Not surprised though, everyone's buying SUV's these days.
I’ll never buy an suv over a sedan I love sedans
SUV makes more sense when you have kids with car seats on. For single or small family, compact sedan is all you need and mid size sedan cannot match the practicality of SUV no matter what.
@@ahsanmalik1013 I made the decision to get a sedan for my first car. I grew up with SUVs. I got a 2013 Camry. It handles completely different than anything we have had in a long time. My first car was a 2000 4Runner that me and my twin shared. It has plenty of room. And we even took it on a 10 hour trip too flordia for a cruise. That's where I think everyone was impressed with it. We barely got everything to fit in the trunk and me and my mom were comfortable the entire time in the back. My dad and brother rlive driving it and my dad says it's a sports car. Cause it doe look sport as it came with the sporty trim body kit. black rims, and tinted windows. We all know it's not. I do enjoy it but I now have a lot of money from my job and can plan on staying with me parents for a while and have a great relationship with them. So I'm thinking about giving up on the camry for a Rav4 or 4runner. I hate the trunk and I hate the lack of ground clearnce. A CUV or SUV is so much better. I completely understand why people dont buy them as much. The splash shield under my camry just got ripped off and I was furious. Told my dad this is why people dont like sedans. Still dont know what ripped it off.
@@baronvonjo1929 My Jetta drives much better than Atlas but Atlas is so roomy and so practical and even Passat won’t cut it anymore as you highlight the reason why sedan can never match the practicality of SUV. I am surprised that sedan managed to outsell wagon for decades even though wagon offers SUV like practicality and are now losing to SUV and all types of crossovers wagon-alike.
@@ahsanmalik1013 I have just mostly grown up in the CUV world. So it hard to believe at one point sedans were so popular. Not even a hatch back. I dont understand why people chose sedans over wagons or hatches. But I wasn't even alive so what do I know.
That passat looks nice!
True
I am so glad that you like this one.
Thanks for letting me share it!
Joe VW is definitely going the right direction with this Passat VW should've never messed with their Emission system's shot themselves right on the foot with that one but hey Live and Learn. Enjoy your Thanksgiving Joe
may u explain what happened?
I totally agree with you
I love the Passat it’s a big Jetta
This is like saying a quarter is a bigger penny.
@@juniormeyer27 your comment makes no sense my man I’m sorry 😂😭
@@702vindog it does make sense
@@Donfrasl So it doesn’t. People love Jetta and if Passat is bigger Jetta, all the more reasons why people would love Passat for more practicality.
I tell my wife I’m just a smaller John Holmes....
We just bought a new leftover '19 Golf Sportwagen. Wait until 2021 for a good deal on a new '20 Passat. The Passat actually feels more expensive than it is, when you're inside. Strong competition from the other brands though. Another fun review, thanks!
Thanks Jamie for letting me share it with you!
I bought a 2020 Passat R-line a few months ago. Wish it had a little more power but overall very happy with my decision. I also have a Beetle so soon I'll have two VW's that are RIP.
Thanks for sharing the input from your experience!
OF course they are discontinuing the passat here in the united states, cause we can never have anything good. its such an amazing car : (
We have 4Runners :D
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.
LOL
@@baronvonjo1929 And we have Camrys
Just got mines on Saturday and I love it! The video helped a lot going into my test drive and purchase 🙏🏾
Hey, I have a main question: What kind of car do you and Lori have?
I’ve asked that too, he won’t answer it lmao
Joe: thanks for asking, i drive Shelby GT350 Heritage edition and Lori loves her Subaru BRZ
@@edwardvalivonis23 oh wow. I thought Joe drove one of those Mustangs 😂
I think he has civic type R also
@@abdullahthabet6943 wow. I was interested because he reviews a lot of cars
Nice car, great warranty, great price. Nice dash, and overall fit and finish. Not all the hard plastic found in the
girly Accord or Camry.
Nice review!
This looks so much more girly than an Accord and first thing I think about when I see either is totally not girly.
This looks so boring most boring design and performance offered. Looks like something my grandma would drive
@@shiftautomotive854 your grandma has good taste
Thanks for letting me share it with you Jeremy!
I still have my 2016 r line. I still love it. I love how spacious these cars are. This nice model is very nice as well.
Love the Passat, used to have a 2015 Passat Limited that was totaled in a wreck last month
Thanks Mathew for sharing that great input and perspective! I hope you are okay!
Thanks Mathew for sharing that great input and perspective! I hope you are okay!
Yup. Underrated car!
You are so very right!
@@RaitisRides i almost bought one but then ended up with a corolla for some reason.
Still German. More expensive to fix WHEN something breaks if your from the states.
@@Cynical496 I’m not a fan of vw but I’m think their sedans are decent cause well they haven’t changed but there suvs are let’s just say German
@@michaelragusa3520 yeah but there’s still no real reason to get this over an Americanized car if you’re in the states. This has the parking package over our competition, I don’t mind this I got a camera installed in my TLX which assist me in parking so I can see how close I am to the car in front also pulling up to traffic lights I can see the line in the road. The interior is still kinda bland that screen is horrible. They usually have better driving customizations, they are still way more unreliable and expensive to fix. I’d choose an Accord or Civic over this any day. The style is on point though, how the Accord shoulda looked.
I don’t know why they detuned this engine when it’s capable of so much more power!!
AGREED!
I own a 2021. It’s been a good car. Only thing I hate about it is the noisy engine. Low rpm’s it sounds like a diesel. Once under way it gets quiet. Great road trip car. Roomy and comfortable
Had to click as soon as I read discounted, I currently have a 2018 Passat R-Line
I own a 2017 r line, love it 😀
is it boring to drive?
@@shiftautomotive854 it’s zippy but it’s definitely not fast with only 174 hp, but it was some nice safety features and good interior too. I’ve only had if for about 6 weeks after I got in a car accident in my challenger, but my experience so far has been good.
Thanks for letting me share it with you Saul!
Ohh just 1000 more to 400k subscribers congrats joe, I have been a subscriber since 150k
Thanks for having my back and being part of the Raiti's Rides family!
Bro, my grandpa drives a 1996 Passat, these things are indestructible
Thanks for sharing that great experience that your grandpa had.
I wish they never discontinued the VW Passat diesel.
Diesel and VW don't mix anymore in the USA.
You can still find the diesels at a cheap price, Volkwagen stored thousands of them and have been reselling them at a huge discount!!
@@ronaldboykin9755 are they used??
Most are used with low miles. They were bought back by Volkswagen after the emissions scandal, stored, updated then put out to be resold as used!
We are looking to buy a 2021 R-Line when they come out in January
Thanks for letting me share this one with you!
I love me the Passat it even has that smart park feature and standard driving assistance so I’ll most definitely look into buying one
If you don’t mind, can you please do a review on VW Passat 2015 TDI
I will try to track one down for you!
Volkswagen put a real nice colour on the Passat. I'm thinking this would be a great car for someone a tad older. I may not be the most adept at flicking the gears, but I still find it fun. Nice video coverage, Victor! This car wants to be your BMW when it grows up
I always enjoy reading your comments Adam!
I love the interaction! You put your heart into your channel, and I feel it's a good thing to add a bit of personality to my comments 👍
I’m late to the game here, but I’ll chime in and say that, even if it became dated, the Passat was still one of the great value propositions for a mid-sized sedan right up until its end with its understated-yet-elegant styling and massive interior volume. I had a 2013 Passat SE with a manual transmission. Loved it and later regretted parting with it. The old 2.5 liter five-cylinder engine was underpowered, but the manual helped compensate for that, and it was the smoothest manual I’ve ever driven. I’d take a 2020 Passat over a new SUV any day.
I’m gonna miss the Passat :((
It's sad they are killing it off.
I bought a 2020 Passat SE after watching this video. Had been looking at several cars but wife and I liked the Passat and price it was at here in NOLA. Wanted the R-Line but dealer wasn’t trying to work on it. Only the SEL Jetta and we wanted more backseat room for our giant 3 year old 😂. Went across the lake and got the SE from another dealer willing to work a deal on it.
I had a 2014 Passat--one of my favorite cars ever! The interior and trunk space were amazing, and I quite enjoyed the drive. It was great for road trips. The only thing missing was the heated steering wheel I'd had on the car just before the Passat. Unfortunately it was a lease and I had to give it back at the end. I would agree with the commenter who called Passat a good used buy--I would usually avoid a new car because of the immediate depreciation upon delivery--but then, people like Scotty Kilmer would have us believe any German car is worthless once the miles begin stacking up. And I've become the sort who stacks up miles before letting go of a car.
P.S. Tried to email you at the address on your "About" page and it bounced.
Thanks for sharing that input from your actual ownership.
Is it not worth lease to own?
@@ShawnDavid91 Let us just say I was in a much better position financially at lease inception than at lease end.
@@DavidBrowningBYD Got it. Things happen. Got a VW lease myself and honestly I dont wanna give back the car. We'll see if I still feel that way down the line. Its still early in the contract.
Do you think it's great for elderly people? The Sabaru Legacy is insane
That generation of Passat (2012+) is the absolute most boring Passat in history. The previous generations were something special.
Thanks for sharing that great input Chris!
I absolutely love the Passat! I’d buy it over a Camry, Accord, ETC
Looking good Joe. The Passat looks kind of old to me but a solid mid size 👍
Thanks man!
Hey Joe you've posted videos of the Jetta recently and now the Passat. Is there a chance we will see a Golf GTI review soon? Its the perfect all around daily driver hot hatch in my opinion.
You better believe it!
@@RaitisRides That's what I would like to see also.
Than you for doing this 2020 Volkswagen Passat review. It is the best review for this car that I have seen. To be sure, this car is not for everyone. A "niche market" competitor at best. But as always, a "perfect fit" for some. (Like me!) Thanks for a very fair assessment of the plusses and minuses.
You are so very welcome Ralph!
Happy thanksgiving Joe!
Thanks for saying that! Same to you!
Great review, I like the Atkinson Cycle 2.0 liter engine in this Passat. Looking forward to a review of the Arteron in bright mustard yellow. In Houston they’re selling 2020 Passats with at least $5,000 of MSRP, that’s good value for money. Hostess Twinkies, not a sponsor.
Thanks James! I appreciate you sharing that info.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING JOE
Joe is a type of a guy who pardons turkey named Doug
Thanks Calvin for saying that!
One of your funniest comments ever!
@@RaitisRides i guess what Doug names his turkey
YEAH
Joe...good job trying to hype up the styling of this car and make it seem less dull lol. This and the Jetta look under styled in and out.
Thanks brother for saying that!
The Gateway car for the Audi A6.
So true!
Joe it may be a commuter car and not fast by any means. But slow cars are fun cause you can go on throttle with them everywhere and nobody would think your going fast. And these smaller engines are quiet so you cant wake up anyone.
This is very true Michael!
In Europe, we get a different Passat. The body is different. In China, they call the European Passat the Magotan, and China calls the American Passat the Passat.
Both the American and European Passats are sold in China, but the European Passat is under a different name.
First! Love this video I wish they wouldn’t discontinue the Passat 😢
It’s the fault of people buying crossovers from VW instead the of sedans
So very true!
Thank you for the compliment and for letting me share it with you!
Thank you for the compliment and for letting me share it with you!
So very true!
These are great sedans. I had a 2016 lease, enjoyed it; very reliable and it got great gas mileage. Turned it in for a Jetta, only because the Jetta lease was a lot less per month! LOL! ( the wife drives the Jetta but I still have my Alfa Romeo)
I feel like they should put the new steering wheel, the R Line package should be available on the SEL with the bigger 19” wheels, add AWD on SEL and at least the newer 8 inch infotainment inside for 2021 if they really wanna sell this thing because I had the 2012 and loved it with the VR6 & DSG and drove this one liked it but didn’t love it. The outside styling is the best of that gen. tho
Very good points!
I'm actually considering one to replace my 2014 Passat. Can't find anything this size for this price that drives as smoothly and looks as good.
Great review Joe.
Happy Thanksgiving to you & your family!
Thanks my friend! Same to you and yours!
This refresh makes the Passat look like a larger version of the redesigned Jetta. Also, all those cameras and driver assistance packages we love? Makes a $150.00 4-wheel alignment on a '19 Jetta cost $600.00! So..maybe there is such a thing as TOO much tech.
Very good points!
@@RaitisRides Thanks Joe! Yeah--that was an EYE opener!
Give it a boost in horsepower, the current Jetta GLI's screens & steering wheel, bring back the interior design style of the CC and keep all that nice wood and flat dash and you've got yourself a killer VW
I appreciate how often you post. Its awesome!!!! When do you and Lori sleep?!?! This Passat looks so dated to me. Its super bland, the small rims, small screen, old technology, no panoramic sunroof, and $32,000?!?!? Its far to many better options for the price!!! You can get a 2018 Passat same trim, looks identical for under $20k!!!
Thanks my friend! That really means a lot!
My best friend has the 2018, and just visually i actually prefer that. Don't like that they got rid of the clock inside and i also don't like that volvo style P A S S A T either, looks cleaner without any badging imo.
That one has the electronic e brake tho 🤔
Very good points!
Happy Turkey Day Zonkman!
Thank you Luis!
You and Lori should do a Thanksgiving video and discuss whaf you guys are thankfull for.
@@RaitisRides when you guys do your thanksgiving video, would you guys talk about your stuff?
How was Turkey Day?
Sad that VW is cancelling the Passat for you guys I like the car but the Passat from Europe looks even better I wish you guys had it too you would really like it anyways nice video again 👌👍
Thanks George for letting me share it with you and for your great support!
The styling is sharp but this is de-contented inside and out compared to the euro version. They half assed it and it shows.
That is very true!
Are they going to discontinue the Passat?? It was always a good driving vehicle
Unfortunately they are.
@@RaitisRides do you know why? we have loved ours
This is a grownup grownup car, its a simple point A to B machine and some might just appreciate that, without all those techs that in your face.
I only miss 3 things from my Passat: the lit-up glove compartment, Climatronic, and the dual-lighting for rear passengers (little things). You can definitely see several corner-cuttings where VW cut back in quality. The transmission is clumsy at lower speeds, the ride is not very stable at higher speeds - compared to other makers - and the seats are horrible for the back. VW really gave up on catching up with the competition.
It’s definitely a nice looking car.
I am so glad that you like this one.
@@RaitisRides You know it.
Can you do a drive with the 2021 Dodge Durango SRT because I am a big fan
I will try to track one down for you!
so close to 400k
You are so very right Stephen. Thanks for having my back!
With ya Joe, needs more HP and the screen is undersized too.....also, AWD would be nice now that some competitors are offering it on their mid-size sedans, about half the country would like to have AWD is my guess.
I miss my 2013 TDI SEL Premium so much. I miss it more and more each day. I now have the 2020 Passat SE, and I would do anything to get my old car back. I’m disappointed with Volkswagen really.. RIP TDI you were the G.O.A.T these new cars and electric cars are TRASH. Ya heard me?
This is probably one of the best automotive UA-cam channel.
@Doug demuro you might wanna catch up lol...
Thanks Leyon for saying that! You are so awesome!
VW makes some nice looking cars. Unfortunately Consumer Reports rates most VW bottom of the pack in reliability. The model that scores high is the VW Golf. Hopefully this will improve for other models in the future.
I think I preferred the Arteon better because it's bigger than the Passat and it's on the MQB platform.
What I like on the Passat:
Bigger Backseat
What I don't like on the Passat:
Small Infotainment Display
Traditional Gauges
No 360 Degree Camera
Old school handbrake
What I like on the Arteon:
Larger Infotainment System
Digital Cockpit Display
360 Degree Camera
Electronic Parking Brake
This maybe my sedan long live sedans
I totally agree with you!
SUV variants are making sedans obsolete unfortunately
Volkswagen Passat lost it way. Wow just think if Volkswagen would have placed Jetta's GLI powerplant or at least a detuned version. The original Passat had this amazing German feel to now handling like Buick on four wheels.
I totally agree with you!
I test drove a 2017 VW Passat R-line during car shopping and was fairly unimpressed. The transmission seemed a bit off, though it could have been a rental car (I never bothered to look at the carfax to see). Too bad they're gonna be gone soon but I doubt too many people will miss them that much.
Thanks for sharing that great input from your experience!
Wow a grill on a modern car that isn't huge? Nice! Also happy Thanksgiving
I know right! I hope you had a great Thanksgiving!
Happy thanksgiving Joe!
Thank you for saying that!
Happy thanksgiving to you from Canada. By the way Québec is a good place to get a Passat. I got à 2015 highline with 25400 Km on top shape for $15000. Can. and I love it.
The sound of the car is what I would kind of Zonk because of how quiet it is. I wish if it was a little bit louder like a Toyota RAV4 2017, so that way you can know how loud the car is being right now while driving.
Thanks for sharing your creative comments!
VW nailed a German Toyota Camry, solid basics but boring and outdated. /looks the same minus some dash trim as my '14 Jetta... Roomy, comfy, great audio, good mpg, but it's boring. For $32K i can get a 1 yr old Volvo S-60...great stuff, Joe!
Question: what is y’all’s 3 favorite cars in the world?
Hard question I guess I’ll pick
Bmw M5
Mercedes s class AMG
Audi RS7
And bonus car Porsche 911
RR PHANTOM
FORD MUSTANG GT500
CADILLAC ESCALID OR LINCOLN NAVIGATOR
Ferrari F40
original Lamborghini Aventador
McLaren 720s
Ferrari 488 spider with a full novitec exhaust
Great review!!
You are the man!
You didn’t mention that it’s going to be discontinued and the value you could buy one at considering it’s on an old platform.
Nice car but a real step backwards with the instrument cluster. Kind of baffling.
Yes it is. 6 speed trans. I dislike those 10 speed trans seem to be searching for a gear. Dancing the samba. Under the hood. No stop start feature. On the 2020. That is a ridiculous idea. There are better ways to save gas. Keep your tires inflated. It’s a retro car. But has been updated exterior. That’s fine with me. Love it a very elegant car. A nice cruiser car for me I have owned 9 vw cars
Thanks for sharing that great input!
i like the flat bottom steering wheel
#racecar
Happy Thanksgiving Joe!
Thank you so much Raymond!
Hey Joe, I would love to see your full review on the 2020 kia cadenza limited edition, because I am digging it and looking forward to buy one next year
That thing is hideous
I will track them down for you!
I would have thought VW would have dropped the Jetta before the Passat as the US mid sized sedan market still has lot a life left in it. I guess they dropped the Passat since it's a much older platform. Still don't know why they don't bring the European Passat to the US. Yes it would be more expensive but a decently loaded Camry or Accord isn't exactly cheap.
I know right!
The Jetta is by far their best selling non-suv in the US so they won’t drop it. Once they stop building the US Passat they should bring over the Euro Passat and drop the Arteon which I think I read only sold 2500 units in the US.
Some very healthy discounts on these VDUBS... VW Manager says: Move these PASSATS NOW!!
This is so very true!
I'm disappointed 😭😭
Buy something else
I feel your pain!
LOL
If this is a mid size sedan, then what’s the full size sedan would look like ?
I have one, agree that it is a little slow. But, keeps the wife happy.
Not really feeling the recent passat design
Nice car - perfect for the majority of Americans who want a nice comfortable car and adequate power for daily use. Power hungry drivers (including your's truly) are in a very small minority.
Good way to call it!