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2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon Overview

Likes:

  • Responsive and refined engines
  • Attractive, well-appointed and refined interior
  • A more fuel-efficient alternative to SUVs
  • Top safety protection

Dislikes:

  • All-wheel drive only offered with V-6
  • Premium fuel is recommended
  • Pricey VR6 models can top $40,000
  • No Bluetooth hands-free interface

Bottom Line

By Bengt Halvorson's avatar Bengt Halvorson, Editor

To put together this comprehensive review covering the 2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon, the experts at TheCarConnection.com consulted some of the most respected review resources. Then TheCarConnection.com’s editors, who have driven the Passat Wagon and several other sedan ...

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By Bengt Halvorson's avatar Bengt Halvorson, Editor

Nearly all the reviews TheCarConnection.com surveyed heap praise on the 2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon’s styling and design details, many of them noting its blend of sportiness and functionality. There are no exaggerated flares or curves, just sloping lines (the roof) and smooth...

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Select a Trim:

Trim MSRP / Invoice Fuel Econ
2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 4dr Man Turbo FWD *Ltd Avail* $25,200 / $23,479 City: 21
Hwy: 29
2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 4dr Auto Turbo FWD *Ltd Avail* $26,275 / $24,552 City: 20
Hwy: 28
2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 4dr Auto Komfort FWD *Ltd Avail* $29,100 / $27,179 City: 20
Hwy: 28
2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 4dr Auto Lux FWD *Ltd Avail* $31,300 / $29,222 City: 20
Hwy: 28
2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 4dr Auto VR6 4Motion $39,200 / $36,669 City: 16
Hwy: 24
2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 4dr Man Turbo FWD $25,200 / $23,479 City: 21
Hwy: 29
2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 4dr Auto Turbo FWD $26,275 / $24,552 City: 20
Hwy: 28
2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 4dr Auto Komfort FWD $29,100 / $27,179 City: 20
Hwy: 28
2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 4dr Auto Lux FWD $31,300 / $29,222 City: 20
Hwy: 28

Other Choices:

Compared to most compact and mid-size crossover sport-utility vehicles, the 2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon has a better ride, a quieter interior, and superior fuel economy. And although handling isn’t a strong suit for the Passat Wagon, it’s more responsive as well. The closest competitor to the Passat Wagon is the Subaru Outback, which comes with standard all-wheel drive, whereas VW’s 4Motion all-wheel-drive system is only included on the top VR6 model of the Passat Wagon. The Passat Wagon does have a better ride and more spacious backseat than the Outback, and its standard 2.0T engine is more powerful than the Outback’s 2.5-liter. Other alternatives include the Saab 9-3 Sport Combi, which also has good versatility and zippy performance, and the Volvo V50, which has responsive handling but a somewhat noisier interior. The V50 has an attractive interior design, while the 9-3 looks quite plain next to the Passat. Both Swedish models are pricier than the Passat Wagon, which appears to be an especially strong deal for the base four-cylinder models.

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