2004 Volkswagen Passat Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　The big news for 2004 is the addition of a 2.0-liter diesel four-cylinder engine to the lineup late in the model year. The 4Motion all-wheel-drive system is a delayed option on 1.8T-equipped GLS models. Also note that the 2.8-liter V6 is no longer available on GLS models. The premium Monsoon stereo and Homelink are now standard on all GLS models, while wood trim has been added to the optional Leather Package. The ESP stability control system is now standard on the GLX. Rounding out the changes are restyled 15- and 16-inch wheels and new side mirrors with integrated turn signals.

　　

zzdcar says

　　Its fun-to-drive character, upscale interior and wide range of features and options make this our favorite midsize sedan and wagon. Don't buy your next family car without driving one of these first.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Volkswagen Passat GL 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$205/mo  for Passat GL 1.8T

　　Passat GL 1.8T

　　GL 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) - $21,780 MSRPGL 1.8T Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) - $22,780 MSRPGL 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A) - $22,855 MSRPGL 1.8T Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A) - $23,855 MSRPGL TDI Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A) - $23,060 MSRPGL TDI Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A) - $24,060 MSRPGLS 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) - $23,380 MSRPGLS 1.8T Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) - $24,380 MSRPGLS 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A) (Most Popular) - $24,455 MSRPGLS 1.8T Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A) - $25,455 MSRPGLS TDI Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A) - $24,660 MSRPGLS TDI Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A) - $25,660 MSRPGLS 1.8T 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) - $25,130 MSRPGLS 1.8T 4Motion AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) - $26,130 MSRPGLS 1.8T 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A) - $26,205 MSRPGLS 1.8T 4Motion AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A) - $27,205 MSRPGLX Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 5M) - $29,780 MSRPGLX Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.8L 6cyl 5M) - $30,780 MSRPGLX Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 5A) - $30,855 MSRPGLX Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.8L 6cyl 5A) - $31,855 MSRPGLX 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 5A) - $32,605 MSRPGLX 4Motion AWD 4dr Wagon (2.8L 6cyl 5A) - $33,605 MSRPW8 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 5A) - $38,660 MSRPW8 4Motion AWD 4dr Wagon (4.0L 8cyl 5A) - $39,660 MSRPW8 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 6M) - $40,160 MSRPW8 4Motion AWD 4dr Wagon (4.0L 8cyl 6M) - $41,160 MSRP

　　vs

　　$164/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　

2004 Passat Highlights

Type: SedanWagonDieselSedan

　　Trim: GL 1.8TGL TDIGLS 1.8TGLS TDIGLS 1.8T 4MotionGLXGLX 4MotionW8 4MotionGL 1.8T

　　

Base MSRP	$21,780
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	23 MPG
Cost to Drive	$205/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	15 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles