2007 Volkswagen Passat: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $23,180 -$33,320
- Invoice: $21,538 -$31,054
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2007 Volkswagen Passat. See if the 2007 Volkswagen Passat is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2007 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | 3.6 |
| Arrival Date: | 06/12/2006 |
| Engine: | dohc V6 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door wagon |
| Transmission: | 6-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 31,150 |
| Price as Tested: | 35,530 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 5298 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 6041 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 743 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 34.051 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 21.82 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Package Number 1 Luxury (comfort seats with leather seating surfaces wood trim and leather, wrapped 4-spoke multi-function steering wheel, automatic headlights with coming home feature, fog lights, heated washer nozzles, exterior side mirrors with ambient lighting, dual zone Climatronic, Homelink, 12-way power driver and passenger seats with 3-position memory for driver seat and exterior mirror, heated front seats, self dimming rear view mirror, manual rear side sunshades, storage net in trunk, rain sensor) Dynaudio Sound System
From the Back Seat
Damon Bell
Like others have noted, the wonky throttle response spoils this car. Even if the throttle lag were fixed, this car's $35,500 price tag will be a deal breaker for many.
Ed Piotrowski
Volkswagen says a fix is in the works to address this car's poor throttle response, and it won't come soon enough. At that time, this vehicle needs to be re-evaluated because this condition alone is enough for me to dissuade anyone from considering it.
John Biel
Near-luxury prices for a less-than-rewarding drive don't cut it, even with wagon utility.
Mark Bilek
Color me disappointed in Passat's around-town demeanor and price tag. It's a good car that's fun to drive on twisty roads, but that doesn't cut it any more. Volkswagen cut it's teeth in the U.S. market by offering value-priced European flavor. Passat doesn't offer value and the flavor, due to the terrible around-town throttle response, leaves a bad taste you your mouth.
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