Is the 2013 Passat a good car?
A used 2013 VW Passat isn’t a great midsize car. While it offers airy seating space and refined handling, the Passat can’t match the reliability of top-rated competitors like the Toyota Camry and Hyundai Sonata.
How long will a Passat TDI last?
The TDI engine may last up to 500k miles but everything around it won’t. And if you depend on VW dealerships to perform the repairs, plus the added premium of diesel fuel over high octane gas, the long term cost savings will erode.
How many miles will a Volkswagen TDI last?
The TDI engine may last up to 500k miles but everything around it won’t. And if you depend on VW dealerships to perform the repairs, plus the added premium of diesel fuel over high octane gas, the long term cost savings will erode. For example, the Turbocharger is good for 100 to 150k miles.
How much horsepower does a Volkswagen Passat have?
Engine Torque 236 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm Base engine size 2.0 l Horsepower 140 hp @ 4000 rpm Turning circle 36.4 ft. Valves 16
What are the features of a 2013 Toyota Passat?
In addition to all the standard safety features we’d expect in any 2013 vehicle, the Passat also includes an intelligent crash response system. This unlocks doors, turns off the fuel pump and turns on the hazard lights in the event of a collision.
When did the Volkswagen Passat 3 come out?
World production totaled approximately 4.5 million units. The third generation Passat was introduced in March 1988 in Europe, 1990 in North America, and 1995 in South America. The lack of a grille made the car’s front end styling reminiscent of older, rear-engined Volkswagens, such as the 411, and also doubled as a modern styling trend.
What kind of rating does a VW Passat get?
The 2013 VW Passat received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s top label of Top Safety Pick Plus, having received the required highest rating of good in four out of five tests, and a rating of acceptable in the stringent new fifth test, the small-overlap crash test.