2008 Volkswagen Passat

Pros:

Power: Engine/transmission combination
Appearance
Vehicle dynamics
Storage
Stereo
MPG

Cons: Key fob is goofy/bulky
No bluetooth phone adaptor?

The Bottom Line: Worth strong consideration

Review: My wife recently got a 2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon, Lux Edition. This was a downsizing from the family minivan and a significant upgrade in vehicle.The Lux Edition is the highest optioned of the Passat's (though we were looking for only a ...

Pros: styling, stereo, great pickup on turbo

Cons: none yet

The Bottom Line: Great ride and comfort and handling for a not quite a lexus but WAY better than accord or camry.

Review: I had an 06 touareg that I becoma very disillusioned with. My reviews are on here, and you can see that all the good turned to bad in a short period. The brakes and tires and gas mileage was getting ridiculous so I went back to the dealership to see if ...

Pros: Nice mix of sport and luxury, roomy interior and classic exterior lines

Cons: Several "small", annoying issues buying new may keep you in the dealer's service center. 

The Bottom Line: Hold off for a used one - There's a good chance it's broken in and annoying issues have already been resolved.

Review: I own this vehicle.  Let me tell you this, I am a die hard VW fan ever since my 1975 Bus graced the newly-paved asphalt of my dad's driveway in Southern California.  I have kept abreast of VW's developments since then, at least superficially, ...