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5 Best Used Volkswagen Passat Model Years to Buy

The Passat has been a popular midsize sedan since its introduction in 1973, and it has undergone several redesigns and updates over the years. Each model year offers unique features and benefits that make them excellent choices for anyone seeking a high-quality used car.
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Volkswagen Just Killed The Passat In The US

Following through on its plans to electrify everything Volkswagen just announced it killed the Passat in the US. The Chattanooga, Tennessee-built Passat won’t be built by 2023. With how other companies have shortened their plans for electrification the Passat may not last until then.  The all-electric ID.4, Atlas, and Atlas Cross will replace Passat production …
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The 2020 Volkswagen Passat Can’t Keep up With the Class

Volkswagen has updated its aging Passat for the 2020 model year though it’s still part of the fourth generation launched in 2012. In the mid-size sedan class with heavy hitters like Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Hyundai Sonata, and Kia’s new K5, the new Passat would need a strong update to stay competitive. The new 2020 Volkswagen Passat features some exterior and interior …
Volkswagen Passats on display at an auto show
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The 2017 Volkswagen Passat Is Affordable and Unreliable

Many drivers love the Volkswagen Passat for its classic European style and smooth ride quality. The Passat has a high depreciation rate, making it an appealing choice to buy used, but its reliability history is another story. Depending on where you look, you are likely to see that the 2017 Passat is one of the better versions to buy …
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The 2015 VW Passat Has Some Concerning Recalls

The Volkswagen Passat is an affordable option for getting a low-end luxury sedan that still offers a great driving and handling experience. It’s practical and it’s stylish, receiving many updates over the years to improve the car’s appearance and make it look more modern and even more aggressive. The 2015 model year of the Volkswagen …
A Volkswagen Passat is seen during the Vienna Car Show press preview at Messe Wien
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You Should Ignore the 2020 VW Passat and Chevrolet Malibu in the Midsize Class

For decades, Honda and Toyota have ruled the midsize sedan class, and it doesn’t look like 2020 is going to be any different. But that hasn’t stopped other manufacturers from entering the market (with mixed amounts of success). Comparisons between the Camry and vehicles like the VW Passat have usually been favorable to the more …