2012 Volkswagen Passat Tech S 2.0 TDi from UK and Ireland
Summary:
Smart
Faults:
ABS sensors, plus a service. That is all in my two years of ownership. Cambelt and water pump changed before purchase according to history.
General Comments:
The 2012 Passat is a sharp looking machine, I really like this generation's looks.
Very smooth to drive, nice interior even though this is a pretty low end trim level.
2.0 TDi provides enough power and still manages around 50 mpg or more.
Just a good solid car. 12 years old and approaching the 100K mark, but I have confidence this car will easily last another few years.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 5th June, 2024
29th Jul 2023, 05:34
A bit weird to think of this as an underpowered car. The smallest 2012 Passat engine in my geographic region was 2.0, not 1.6L. Could also get a Passat up to 280hp with its V6. Not really a snail of a car, so it’s weird to read this review. Would think it’d be somewhat sporty with a manual, even with the small engine in this review. Gotta work your way up into the rev range a bit more when accelerating perhaps, mate.