Volkswagen has long been revered as a trusted and reliable brand. Its cars have been some of the most popular cars in their segments and have garnered some of the strongest fan followings. But it seems Volkswagen’s trust in others may wind up diminishing the trust it receives from consumers, after a recent recall on …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Although refreshed for the 2020 model year, the Volkswagen Passat still seems the same as it ever was. And technically, it is. The new Passat has a new look and some new features, but it still rides on the same platform that it has been for almost the past decade. Considering they didn’t update the …

The Volkswagen Passat tends to be forgotten about compared to some of the other mid-sized sedans on the market, such as the Toyota Camry. The Camry is one of the best-selling cars in the segment, and there’s even a TRD trim and all-wheel drive available now. But the VW Passat got an update for the …

The most common VW Passat problems range from minor to catastrophic, and repairs can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars.

The Volkswagen Passat has had more than its fair share of issues. The German automaker has pleaded more than once for consumers to forgive and forget its past problems and give it another chance, and so far, things are definitely looking up. There is one model year that is worse than any other, however, and …