1999 Volkswagen Passat
| MSRP: | $21,200 - $28,150 |
| Invoice: | $19,078 - $25,390 |
| Total: | 24 reviews |
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| Excellent | 10 reviews | |
| Very Good | 5 reviews | |
| Average | 6 reviews | |
| Poor | 2 reviews | |
| Terrible | 1 reviews |
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After an extensive redesign the year before, the Volkswagen Passat received minimal upgrades for 1999. VW had planned to offer the Passat with an optional all-wheel-drive system, as well as a wagon with a V6 engine, but neither made it to showrooms for the '99 model year. What did show up were Passats with two trim levels and two engine options.
Trim packages were the entry-level GLS and the higher-end GLX. Standard features on the GLS included air conditioning, power windows, power door locks, anti-lock brakes, traction control, cruise control, front and side airbags for the driver and passenger, a keyless entry system, and an anti-theft alarm system. The GLX added a sunroof and leather seats (power in the front) as standard equipment, among other features.
The two engine options included a 1.8-liter, 150-hp turbocharged 4-cylinder, which was available only with the GLS trim package, and a 2.8-liter, 190-hp V6, which was dropped into both the GLS and GLX versions. A five-speed manual transmission was standard in the GLS, with a five-speed automatic available as an option; the automatic transmission was standard on the GLX package.
Drivers and reviewers were complimentary of the Passat's styling, as well as the fact that it borrowed many of its elements from the higher-end Audi, which also is owned by VW. Also noted as positive points by drivers were the car's affordability, safety features, power, and roominess. Quality was still a concern for some drivers, though, who noted both minor and major problems that required sometimes-expensive trips to the repair shop.
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| Excellent | 10 reviews | |
| Very Good | 5 reviews | |
| Average | 6 reviews | |
| Poor | 2 reviews | |
| Terrible | 1 reviews |
“'99 Volkswagen Passat 1.8t Sedan”
Performance - Great acceleration, braking and handling, gets up to speed fast. Build Quality - Slight squeaking while driving, but barely noticeable. Appearance - Looks great inside and out, not hard ... More
“Recommended To Us In '98, It Has Truly Been A Joy To Drive, Unsurpassed In Comfort And Space For Car Its Size, With Style And Extra Features As Well As A Decent Price. ”
My husband originally talked me into the Passat when I wanted a BMW. I have not regretted our decision and think the Passat, as well as the newer Jettas, to be some of the most attractive cars on the... More
“My Old Vw Passat V6 Syncro Estate”
Good solid car it was a V6 Syncro Estate fitted with Tiptronic box, which used alot of petrol. Great performance but recommend an LPG conversion for anyone wanting to use it on a daily basis. makes... More
“Fun Sedan”
I got this car broken. the transmission is the problem and when fixed i can tell this car will be amazing. the sound system in the car is crazy and the upholstery is amazing. black leather interior. i... More
“It Ok”
she drives ok....i think something is wrong with the transmission and she has alot of problems with the windows going up and down on there own when ur driving and the door locks dont work...good on g... More
“1999 Volkswagen Passat 4 Dr Gls 1.8t Turbo”
I really like this car. The acceleration is amazing with the 1.8t. The car has good traction in the snow, but would be better if I had the traction control. I wish that it was a 4Motion - then it w... More
“Passat”
The VW is pretty much a excellent turbo engine on a car that has more clitched then a robot build by Homer Simpson. The car flings around corners on try days with percision but suffers under wet weat... More
“"car"”
Just some more tunning and i will be really happy with my car.Hoping its going to be for soon, very very soon. Overall a very nice car, not only my opinion but what almost everybody tell me. Any body ... More
“V-dubbin' ”
This is a really awesome car. Leave it to V-Dub to produce such a solid car. its quick but not so fast that you have to get in trouble. its got style. it hasnt had alot of problems. and the gas milage... More
“'99 Passat (1.9 Tdi) - 110 Bhp”
It's reliable, solid and quite powerful. I am yet to find a car with a more comfortable driving position and for a ten year old car, it still looks bloody good :-) Consumption is slightly high for a d... More
1999 Volkswagen Passat Trims
| MSRP: | $21,200 |
| Invoice: | $19,078 |
| MSRP: | $21,750 |
| Invoice: | $19,569 |
| MSRP: | $23,800 |
| Invoice: | $21,400 |
| MSRP: | $28,150 |
| Invoice: | $25,390 |
1999 Volkswagen Passat Articles from Around the Web
- carsurvey.org — Fun, clever little German car... More
- www.edmunds.com — JD Powers quality ratings for the 1999 Volkswagen Passat... More
- www.edmunds.com — Edmunds Editorial Ratings for the 1999 Volkswagen Passat... More
- www.edmunds.com — We have had a lot of problems with our '99 Passat. (139 more reviews available)... More
- www.edmunds.com — http://www.edmunds.com/used/1999/volkswagen/passat/12056/re... More
- autos.yahoo.com — http://autos.yahoo.com/usedcars/reviews/article/?id=2322 More
- www.epinions.com — Get to Know your Mechanic!... (51 more reviews at Epinions). More
- autos.msn.com — Nice looking Junk! (200 more reviews on MSN Autos). More
- www.fueleconomy.gov — http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/noframes/15159.shtml More
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