Volkswagen passat b6 sedan. Volkswagen Passat (B6) - reviews

The presentation of the Volkswagen Passat B6 was a big surprise. The manufacturer abandoned the multi-link front suspension in favor of a simple McPherson, leaving more advanced solutions for Audi. Potential customers rejoiced at the move, as it meant lower maintenance costs. However, it soon became clear that the Passat B6 is not cheap to operate, and some copies are really expensive.

Diesel engines

Fatal for the manufacturer was a design defect that affected the European versions, which were predicted to be commercial success. We are talking about cars with a 2.0 TDI PD engine with a power of 140 hp. Most buyers chose this particular unit, and not the outdated and weak 1.9 TDI. The problems started after a couple of years. Due to insufficient oil pressure, a wave of turbocharger failures surged, and sometimes the engine jammed. In addition, cracks appeared in the cylinder head. It was hard to believe in all these surprises, given the high reliability of Volkswagen diesel engines produced earlier.

However, it turned out that the components of the modern 2.0 TDI PD, which perform the same functions as in the 1.9 TDI, cost twice as much. In 2007, Volkswagen discontinued the 2.0 TDI PD engine (designation BMP), and instead offered an improved diesel version with a Common Rail injection system. However, the undermined reputation greatly affected the sales statistics for cars with a 2.0 TDI engine. However, in practice, the owners of the Trade Winds 1.9 TDI and 2.0 TDI with the Common Rail power system do not encounter serious problems.

For those interested in a diesel Passat, the 1.9 TDI without a diesel particulate filter is the best choice. 1.9 with DPF soot was designated BLS. Another indication of the presence of a particulate filter is the code 7GC on the data plate. The biggest drawback is the fastening of the pump injectors with one screw. The strength of the connection is low - the nozzles begin to "walk". The only solution is to replace the head-block. Despite the fact that in the 2.0 TDI PD the injectors are attached with two screws, they are also loosened.

The 2.0 TDI-PD engines can be divided into three versions. The simplest eight-valve BMP was obtained by "expanding" the 1.9 TD / 130 hp known from the previous generation. It offered 140 hp. and a mandatory particulate filter. The fuel system used reliable and durable electromagnetic unit injectors.

A more sophisticated 16-valve version had the same 140 hp. and was designated BKP. DPF did not rely on her. Unfortunately, the manufacturer, in an effort to offer a more refined motor performance, used advanced piezoelectric VDO injectors. In addition to "loosening" in the head, sometimes the injector control electronics failed.

By far, BME is the worst option. He combined problematic injectors and a particulate filter.

All 2-litre diesels use an additional balancer shaft. This is the greatest betrayal. The problem was driving the oil pump through a hex head from one of the balance shafts. The balance shaft is connected to the crankshaft by a chain. The thin chain wore out quickly, the balance shaft rotated more and more slowly, and at the same time, the pump performance dropped. As a result, the engine wore out and wedged.

In 2006, with the advent of the 170-horsepower version of BME, the manufacturer made changes. The thin and unreliable chain was replaced by a gear system (gears). But nothing has changed, since another problem was discovered that VW did not even suspect. The hex drive shaft of the oil pump wore out quickly. And again, jammed motors began to appear.

Unfortunately, a malfunction was also observed in more modern 2-liter diesel engines with a common rail injection system. Until 2010, the length of the hexagonal shaft was 77 mm, and after that it was increased to 100 mm. Changes to the alloy composition to increase wear resistance have been made previously.

Until 2010, the so-called small EGR valve was used in the 2.0 TDI CR. Sometimes his control stepper motor failed. In addition, versions with a "small" EGR are prone to fast throttle clogging. Since 2010, with the transition to Euro5, a "large" EGR was installed, in which the ratchet mechanism of the valve flap could break.

Gasoline engines

Among the VW Passat B6 gasoline engines, 1.4 TSI and 1.8 TFSI (160 hp) became negative characters - the timing chain is stretched, and the tensioner is surrendered. If you react in time to the characteristic "grinding" and interruptions in work, you will be able to avoid a dangerous jump or open circuit.

In addition, EA888 turbo engines (1.8 and 2.0 TSI) are prone to consuming large amounts of oil due to the poor design of pistons and rings. However, this ailment is becoming less common, since many engines have already been repaired, which is very expensive.

EA888 series engines are equipped with variable valve timing (since 2007), which must be changed along with the timing chain kit. The cost of one phase regulator is about 30,000 rubles, and a timing kit is about 10,000 rubles. They will ask for another 15,000 rubles for work, so you have to take a lot of things apart.

Non-turbocharged FSI engines do not suffer from serious diseases, but are prone to the accumulation of a large amount of carbon deposits. In units with direct fuel injection, only air passes through the intake valves. As a result, the block head is cooled worse than if the fuel-air mixture were supplied through the valves. This leads to the formation of soot in the head, traction drops, and fuel consumption increases. Cleaning is a laborious operation (about 30,000 rubles).

6-cylinder engines (VR6 3.2 and 3.6) are a rarity on the market. They are worthy of attention if well-groomed and regularly serviced.

1.4 TSI EcoFuel (150 hp) - a unique low-volume four-cylinder version designed to run on natural gas (CNG). If necessary, gasoline can also be used. The economical version can be identified by the gas quantity gauge installed instead of the coolant temperature gauge. Another sign is an additional neck under the filling hatch. The gas tank consists of individual cylindrical blocks. Two are behind the rear axle and one is in front of it. Between them is a fuel tank, reduced to a volume of 31 liters. The tanks hold 21 kg of natural gas.

The 1.4 TSI EcoFuel is equipped with a twin supercharger, which is a combination of a turbocharger and a mechanical compressor. Due to running on natural gas, the manufacturer had to modify a number of components. When operating on gasoline, the nozzles are cooled by flowing gasoline. However, this option is not available for gas operation. To prevent sintering of the nozzles, they are equipped with two Teflon rings and a heat-resistant aluminum cone that acts as a shield.

In addition, the engine received forged pistons, which are significantly more durable and stronger than the aluminum pistons of a conventional 1.4 TSI petrol. The reason is the higher octane number, at 128. The forged pistons do not break, which is typical for the 1.4 TSI with a double boost.

Transmission

Not to mention the DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission. In fact, this is a robotic mechanics - with a clutch and a dual-mass flywheel, exactly the same as in a conventional manual transmission. But at the same time, the key components of the preselective gearbox are less durable and cost more.

The most common DSG problem is the failure of mechatronics (mechanics controlled by electronics). In this case, a malfunction indication is displayed, and the box goes into emergency mode. Most often, the problem affected cars assembled before 2008. Repairs may require about 40,000 rubles. In Europe, the box is capable of moving up to 150-200 thousand km, in Russia it can withstand an average of 60,000 km. To extend the life of the "robot", it is necessary to periodically change the oil - every 60,000 km, which will cost about 9,000 rubles.

Electrician

One of the most significant changes compared to its predecessor was the massive introduction of electronics. Thanks to this, the Volkswagen Passat B6 received unprecedented equipment opportunities. It was great as long as everything worked. The problem is that electronics lived their lives more than they worked, especially in the early years of production. Over time, the manufacturer has solved a number of issues, but not all. So the owners are faced with them to this day.

The electric parking brake is a safety feature. But it freezes every now and then, as a result, the car becomes immobilized until the switch is replaced. A penny detail has such an annoying puncture. It is generally accepted that the defect affects only copies of the initial period of production, collected before 2008.

Less commonly, a brake problem is caused by damage to the wiring harness that connects the switch to the rear brake calipers. In addition, the control electric motors in the calipers can fail.

The electric steering lock has been nicknamed "the brainchild of hell": in the event of its failure, the steering wheel is completely blocked. The message "STEERING COLUMN MALFUNCTION" means that it is time to visit a service station. If the steering wheel icon lights up in yellow, it means that you can still get to the service on your own, if it is red, then only on a tow truck. In the official service, the steering column is completely changed, since most of the elements are integrated into the overall design. Interestingly, on the Internet you can find a detailed guide on how to troubleshoot the ELV blocking block yourself. The recovery process is quite complicated, so it is not worth interfering with the steering of a car without experience. The cost of troubleshooting will be about 30,000 rubles.

Another ailment is faulty door lock motors. They are an integral part of the locks, so they change as a set. Sometimes, due to wiring problems, optional parking sensors stop working.

Another feature of the car is the complexity of the design, which does not allow most owners to make independent repairs. Without a diagnostic computer, you can only add oil to the engine or coolant to the reservoir.

Interior

If we discard all the emotions associated with Volkswagen as a prestigious car, then the B6 appears as something in between in its segment, with the exception of spaciousness, a roomy trunk and high-quality interior trim. The salon looks good even after 200,000 km of run.

The trunk is just huge - 565 liters.

The equipment, although rich, does not go much beyond the standards adopted in the class. Already in the basic configuration of the Trendline in the Passat there are 10 airbags, climate control, in the Highline - leather seats with Alcantara and a more advanced climate control system Climatronic. Often there are instances with an RNS satellite navigation system and a multifunctional steering wheel.

The overall level of comfort is good, but there are better deals on the market, such as the Citroen C5. And if someone needs a car with a lot of space in the second row, then you can choose the Ford Mondeo or Skoda Superb. Unfortunately, the issue of prestige of owning the Passat also affects the price of the car, raising the bar too high.

Climatronic or Climatronic?

It sounds strange, but the previous generation B5 never offered dual-zone climate control. The automatic version of the Climatronic did not differ much from the similar device in the Passat B3 and B4, both in terms of user and technical terms.

In the B6, the Climatronic has already become a full-fledged dual-zone climate control. The basic semi-automatic Climatic air conditioner is much simpler. Most early owners preferred to pay extra for a better version, which is why today the Climatronic dominates second-hand copies. However, it is better to look for simple versions with Climatic. There are several reasons for this.

A well-known problem with the Volkswgenn dual-zone automatic air conditioning system is a malfunction of the electric dampers. A characteristic knock will tell you about the approach of the end. The reason is the wear of the plastic gears of the electric motors. As a rule, those responsible for temperature control are the first to give up. The attack concerns cars produced before 2009. After that, VW upgraded and replaced the original plastic parts with the metal ones that were used in Audi cars from the very beginning.

Another problem is related to the heater core. It is quite small in size. Over time, its cells become clogged, and the heating efficiency decreases. The disease is aggravated by the neglect of regular updates of the G12 + coolant. First, the passenger side stops warming up normally. As the heat exchanger becomes more and more clogged, the heat becomes less and less on the driver's side. At first, the problem is solved by increasing the set temperature. But the heating efficiency eventually drops. The only thing that can help is replacing the radiator. By the way, it has undergone modifications for cars produced since 2008 - the cells were slightly enlarged.

Body

The body is very well protected against corrosion. However, blisters may appear on the bottom edge of the rear doors, hood, wheel arches, or trunk lid.

Conclusion

One thing that the B5 and B6 certainly have in common is the sheer number of offerings on the market, which doesn't make it any easier to pick a worthwhile one, though. In the case of B6, things are even worse. By purchasing a cheaper B5, no one expects its excellent condition. When buying an expensive B6, motorists believe that they are purchasing a younger car, which means that it should not cause trouble. But there are often cases when, in reality, the B6 has already traveled more than 200-300 thousand km, and the seller simply prepared it very well for sale. This is especially true for cars from Europe: many of them worked in cheap taxis, but after a whole arsenal of magical rejuvenation methods, they became like fresh specimens.

Advantages:

Spacious and high-quality assembled interior;

Rich equipment;

Simple and reliable versions under the hood have 1.6 l and 1.9 TDI engines;

Big trunk.

Flaws:

Cars of the first years of production cause serious problems;

High risk of theft;

Poor condition of most copies on the market;

Complicated design, increasing repair costs.

Specifications Volkswagen Passat B6

Gasoline engines

Engine				1.8TFSI
engine's type	petrol, turbo			petrol, turbo
working volume
valves / timing drive
power
torque
Max. speed
fuel consumption l/100 km

Gasoline engines

Engine	2.0TFSI
engine's type	petrol, turbo
working volume
valves / timing drive
power
torque
Max. speed
fuel consumption l/100 km

Diesel engines

Engine					2.0 BLUE TDI
engine's type	turbodis	turbodis	turbodis	turbodis	turbodis	turbodis
working volume
valves / timing drive
power
torque
Max. speed
fuel consumption l/100 km

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Volkswagen Passat B6 was produced from 2005 to 2010. We caught up with the owner of the 2005 Passat to learn all about the car firsthand.

Engine and Chassis

The Passat has many engine modifications - both gasoline and diesel. But on the secondary, a turbocharged 1.8 liter per 152 hp is more common. With. and atmospheric 2.0 liters for 150 "horses". They are the golden mean in terms of traction and are optimal in terms of fuel consumption. For example, 2.0 liters consumes only 12 liters in the city.

Of the gearboxes available 6-speed manual, 6-automatic transmission and robotic box. "Automatic" is slightly more common than "mechanics". On the avto.ru website, out of 1,600 ads posted at the time of writing, 800 are for automatic transmissions, and 495 for manual transmissions.

Chassis is standard for this class. Front MacPherson struts, rear - multi-link independent suspension. In general, the machine is balanced in terms of softness. Pits and bumps are elastic, but not very hard.

Nicholas: “When buying, I chose a naturally aspirated engine without a turbine. I read reviews that the turbine has a limited resource and requires additional investments in maintenance. 2.0 liter rides quite briskly. Up to a hundred accelerates in less than 10 seconds. And it consumes a little.”

Interior decoration

Owners love the B6 for its ergonomic interior. Lots of drawers and compartments inside.

• two closed coasters;
• coaster, extendable from the center panel;
• a huge compartment under the armrest, cooled by air conditioning;
• refrigerated glove box;
• compartment to the left of the steering wheel;
• convenient door compartments.

In the latter there is a place for a bottle of drinks, and in the driver's door there is a compartment for an umbrella with a drainage channel.

The seats have pronounced lateral support. With sharp maneuvers, you do not roll off them to the side. The chairs are electrically adjustable and can change height. Three people are comfortably seated in the rear seats. There is a lot of space up to the front seats, so that the knees do not rest against the backs of the seats.

The head unit reads MP3 discs, since there is no USB. But the sound is great! Six regular speakers of good quality do their job.

The trunk holds 565 liters of cargo. It includes several suitcases and bags, and in winter you can transport a children's snowmobile. If you remove the backrest, you get about 190 cm of space.

Buttons and controls are conveniently located. It is not necessary to stretch and memorize their location for a long time. Only the electronic parking brake (handbrake) causes inconvenience. The B6 does not have the usual handle, which is located to the right of the driver. This function is implemented through a large button P, installed at the steering wheel, to the left of the driver.

The electronic brake allowed the engineers to implement the Auto Hold function (automatic vehicle holding system). It helps to automatically set and remove the car from the handbrake, which is convenient when driving uphill. The function is activated by an additional button and becomes active when the driver's door is closed and all passengers are wearing their seat belts.

Nicholas: “The overall look of the salon is solid. The plastic on top of the panel and doors is soft, not susceptible to damage. The assembly of the cabin is of high quality. There are no creaks in the car. But the coverage of the control buttons is weak. For 13 years, it has already been seen that, for example, the button for opening the driver's window has become very worn out. The headlight switch also has symbol damage."

Complete sets, options, functions

"Passat B6" has many trim levels. Depending on the version, the equipment includes:

• six airbags;
• full power package;
• multifunction steering wheel;
• multimedia with display and navigation;
• climate control;
• Cruise control;
• xenon headlights;
• combined leather / alcantara interior with leather steering wheel and gearbox.

In general, the set of options for the Passat B6 is the same as for cars in the middle price category. But the feature set is unique

Nicholas: “The driver's folding key in one monoblock with three buttons: unlocking / locking the central lock and opening the trunk. But if you press and hold the door unlock button, then all side windows will go down. The door lock button, respectively, closes the windows. A trifle, and sometimes convenient, if you have already left and remembered the forgotten open window.

Inside the trunk there is a handle for unlocking the lid from the inside. Thanks to her, a person accidentally forgotten in the trunk will be able to get out of the "ambush" himself. It's a joke, but...

Also in the car there is a system of assistance when changing lanes on the road. If you tilt the turn signal knob to the left or right, the yellow lights will blink three times. You don't need to turn off the turn signals after rebuilding.

Windshield wipers, in addition to many modes of operation, have one useful function. If you want to clean the windshield with “anti-freeze”, the air conditioning system will switch to air intake from the passenger compartment so that the unpleasant odors of the anti-freeze liquid do not enter the passenger compartment.

There is a 12V cigarette lighter in the trunk, and a 220 V socket with a 150 W inverter is available for the rear passengers. This is enough to charge a laptop or watch a DVD player. As you can see, the cabin has everything for the convenience of people.

Problems "Volkswagen Passat B6"

The car is good for everyone, but you need to be prepared for the features of its maintenance:

• The 2.0 L engine tends to consume oil in the service interval. But usually no more than 2-3 liters per 10 thousand km.
• The turbine fails every 150 thousand. A new original will cost about 50 thousand rubles. Contract from disassembly - 15 thousand.
• Automatic transmission is not durable. At 200-250 thousand mileage, it can suddenly fail. For the same reason, people are afraid to take a “robot” as well.
• The internal combustion engine, for no apparent reason, does not start well in severe frosts (below -25 degrees), and the interior warms up only in motion.
• Electricity also fails in the cold. The trunk lock and gas tank hatch may not open. Electronic handbrake drives also suffer. One costs about 10 thousand rubles. on one wheel. Sometimes, until the interior warms up, the handbrake button in the cabin stops working.
• A lot of spare parts, like all "Germans", are supplied only in the original and at inflated prices. The intake manifold, for example, costs 40 thousand rubles.

In services, the model is regarded as a comfort class and they charge more money for work than for a budget foreign car.

Nicholas: “You have to service the car in a good service, and even better with a familiar master. The car has many features that garage fitters can overlook. But all the same, maintenance with the replacement of oil, filters and pads has never cost me more than 7-10 thousand rubles. This includes parts and labour. It is better to take care of the "German" and not risk handicraft service. Otherwise, it will fly into a large sum.

Cost of Volkswagen Passat B6

The average cost of the Passat B6 varies from 437 to 492 thousand for a 9-10-year-old model:

The 2005 model of the year 2.0 liter on the "mechanics", exactly the same as Nikolai's, will cost 450 thousand rubles:

And for 555,000 rubles, a more recent version is sold - 2010, 1.8 liters in automatic transmission and with “full stuffing”:

Non-technical "sores" of cars

Finally, we checked the history of Nikolai's car through service "Autocode". They were then asked to comment on some points:

The car has four accidents, there are traffic police restrictions and a duplicate TCP.

Nicholas: “You got me. The accident happened in 2013. The car was a "shifter" and was taken by me partially restored. Then I already brought the car in order. I bought it consciously, at a price of only 30% of the market value. The car has been restored to a state close to ideal, and neither repainting of the body, nor welding, nor straightening caught your eye. Of course, I do not plan to sell it yet. And if I do, now I will definitely indicate the repair work in the ad. You can’t hide anything from Autocode!”

The words of Nikolai are confirmed by the calculation work:

60 points and parts of the car were sentenced to repair in the amount of 241 thousand rubles. If you add 135 thousand from the cost of a car, then it turns out that it is more profitable to buy a whole car.

What do you think of Volkswagen Passat B6? Write about it in the comments below.

I got acquainted with the VW Passat a long time ago - it was the B5 of one of the first releases. Later I got an updated B5, then it was replaced by B6. It was all the more interesting to test the most expensive and technically advanced Passat in the Variant version.

The reasons for the popularity of the VW Passat in our market are obvious - a balanced set of consumer properties, good looks, reasonable prices. In the D segment, it is difficult to find a more worthy offer with an engine capacity of about 2 liters. But Passat, taken by us for the test, from another opera. This is the top model in the line, and the price tag for it is not at all humane - the numbers are very close to the $60,000 mark. That's at least $15,000 more than a front-wheel-drive station wagon with a 2.0 FSI engine and $10,000 more than the same car with a 2.0-liter turbo engine. Is it worth it to overpay for V6 and 4Motion nameplates? Inside, the top version is practically no different from ordinary Passats. The same comfortable seats with Alcantara upholstery (in the Highline configuration), the same door trim and “tidy”. Of the differences - the letters DSG on the gearshift lever. This box is installed only on cars with a petrol V6 or a 2-liter turbodiesel. I adjust the seat and steering wheel. Adjustment ranges are huge, even the tallest rider will get an optimal fit. However, it is quite high anyway. Some people like it, some do not, but it is undeniable that visibility is improving, and the parameter called “feel the car” is the opposite. The motor is started by the usual pressing on the key fob. A thick grunt is heard - only V-shaped "sixes" have such a voice. I immediately note two features. The first is that the test car is removed from the electronic “handbrake” more smoothly than versions with less powerful engines and Tiptronic “automatic machines”. The second is the interesting behavior of the tachometer needle when switching: it does not fall smoothly to a certain mark, but reaches it with a jump. This is the merit of the ultra-fast DSG, because by the time the switch is made, the smart gearbox already “holds ready” the desired stage.

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The first official show of the Passat of the sixth generation (B6) was held on February 15, 2005 in Hamburg, and already in March the car could be "touched" on the stage of the Geneva Motor Show. Its mass production lasted until 2010, after which a new generation model was released. Despite the high cost, the "be-sixth" was in high demand - more than 2 million of these machines were produced in total.

The appearance of the Volkswagen Passat B6 sedan is made in the classic style for a German company, and against the background of many competitors it looks somewhat modest. But at the same time, the car is noticeable in the stream due to complex headlights, a swift profile with a sloping roof and a heavy stern topped with LED lights. Well, the abundance of chrome in the exterior design and serious dimensions give this Passat an impressive and solid look.

The dimensions of the body of the "German" fully comply with the canons of the D-class: the length of the sedan is 4765 mm, height - 1472 mm, width - 1820 mm. The wheelbase of the "German" is 2709 mm, and the ground clearance is good - 170 mm.

The interior of the 6th generation VW Passat has a calm and concise design, and its design is made with simple lines. The most interesting element is the instrument cluster with slightly recessed dials with a chrome frame. The center console is the location of an audio system with a monochrome display (or a color display of a multimedia complex) and a “microclimate” control panel.

The cabin of the sixth generation is tailored from high-quality plastics, real aluminum and genuine leather (in the most advanced versions), which form a "single whole" due to the high level of assembly with careful fitting of all details.

One of the advantages of interior decoration is spaciousness and impeccable ergonomics. Simple-looking front seats "flaunt" a comfortable layout with sufficient lateral support and excellent adjustment ranges. In terms of space, the rear sofa is suitable for three passengers, only the one sitting in the middle will be disturbed by a block with separate air vents.

The trunk of the "sixth Passat" is huge - 565 liters. To increase the cargo compartment, the second row seats are transformed in a 60:40 ratio, forming a flat platform for transporting goods and 1090 liters of volume.

Specifications. On the Russian market, the "be-sixth" was offered with five gasoline units. The smallest is a 1.4-liter turbo engine that generates 122 horsepower and 200 Nm of torque. Behind him is a supercharged 1.8-liter “four” with a return of 152 “horses” and 250 Nm of thrust. The "top-of-the-line" variant is a 2.0-liter 200-horsepower turbo engine producing 280 Nm. The atmospheric part is formed by units with a volume of 1.6 and 2.0 liters, issuing 102 and 150 “mares” (148 and 200 Nm, respectively). There was also a two-liter turbodiesel that develops 140 horsepower and 320 Nm of peak potential.
In tandem, the motors went to a 5- or 6-speed "mechanics", a 6-speed "automatic" Tiptronic, a 7-band "robot" DSG with a pair of clutches. By default, the car was equipped with a front-wheel drive transmission; optionally, 4Motion technology with an electronically controlled Haldex clutch was available (under standard conditions, up to 90% of the moment goes to the front axle). Depending on the modification, the Passat B6 exchanges the first hundred in 7.8-12.4 seconds, and the “maximum” is 190-230 km / h.
In other countries, the power line of the car was much more diverse: 1.4-2.0-liter gasoline turbo engines producing 140-200 horsepower, atmospheric units with a volume of 1.6 and a capacity of 105-115 "mares", as well as V-shaped "sixes" for 3.2-3.6 liters, the potential of which is 250-300 forces. The diesel part united "fours" with a volume of 1.9-2.0 liters, producing from 105 to 170 "horses" of power.

The sixth-generation Passat is built on the PQ46 bogie, which implies a transverse engine and a fully independent suspension (MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear). The steering system is aggregated with an electromechanical power steering, and disc brakes on each of the wheels (ventilated on the front).

The advantages of the car are an attractive appearance, a high-quality interior, excellent handling, high-torque engines, a large supply of space in the cabin, good dynamics, a high degree of safety and a strong body.
Disadvantages - not ideal head lighting, poor sound insulation in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bwheel arches, harsh suspension and high cost.

Prices. In the Russian market, the Volkswagen Passat B6 is available at an average price of 550,000 to 850,000 rubles (data from the beginning of 2015).