2006 Volkswagen Passat | Read Owner Reviews, Prices, Specs

Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

18 -22 City / 27 -31 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

200 -280

Seats

5

Positive Owner Reviews

Gloria R

Great ride and car that is smart and safe.

Drives well. Good mileage. Great that it tells me when gas is low, tires are low, when oil change is needed. Expensive repair fees but I have a good and trustworthy mechanic that knows how to take care of the Volkswagen. It fits 5 people. The trunk is pretty spacious. The car is reliable.

Emily D

The car runs very smoothly and the breaks are reliable.

The seats are very comfortable and the inside model is sleek. I think the car drives very smoothly and the brakes are reliable, if put in a close situation. The only problem I have found is that the back left door locks on its own so it is a pain to open at times. The speakers work super well also. The only other downside is there is no AUX cord.

Roger G

Stylish interior and exterior beautiful ocean blue color stylish trim.

The car has minor electrical issues door electronics is poorly made but the car is a high performance car it rides like a beast on the road quality German engineering if regular oil change and maintenance is done on time Passats are highly reliable and recommend it drives well on icy conditions.

Genevieve T

Great gas mileage whether in town or going highway speeds.

I like that I have lots of storage space in the trunk and in the main vehicle. I also like that it came standard with car seat hookups and has easily accessible storage compartments from the driver seat. Don't have many dislikes other than now that it's getting older the interior is slowly wearing out from sunlight or where it regularly gets touched.

Antoinette D

Great fuel economy in city and on the road.

Love the performance and I love the design and the features like heated seats which are perfect for driving in the winter. It's also fuel efficient.

Edna S

The motor and the way is running the condition and what kind the oil he use

I love my car..I don't have any problems my car..is a little bit a spences but is a good car.. The parts is spences..and the motor is perfect

Kris W

I like that it has a great pick up for pulling out in traffic. The heated mirrors and seats in the winter. I don't like that the relay for the moon roof is faulty and needs replaced.

The VW Passat has great head and legroom for tall people like my 6' tall son.

Carlos A

The amount of gas required to be paid. And that my car is reliable.

I love the interior of my car. The exterior of my car is sleek and beautiful. My only complaint is the amount of gas i have to spend.

Negative Owner Reviews

Taylor B

That it is expensive to maintain.

It is always breaking down. Maintenance is expensive. Nobody knows how to work on foreign cars. Work almost always has to be done at the dealership.

My C

Blue 2006 2.0t value edition VW passat.

Good city car, does great highway mileage. Country mileage is not that great. I have experienced common VW problems like coolant sensors needing replaced. Timing belts do need replaced in VW. Good engine. Is comfortable for small family of 2-3. The sunroof is one of the nicer features however they are notorious for leaking. Leather seats are nice however they made some without the heaters in them which can be inconvenient in the winter.

Emma C

Turbocharged, the sunroof is amazing in the summer.

The parts are very expensive. Volkswagens are all electronic making it hard to get the lights (engine light, parking brake light) off the dashboard. The performance is good but the 2006 passat is very loud. The oil goes fast, and the car is expensive gas wise because of the turbo.

Ernesto G

It has excellent gas mileage.

The thing I hate dislike is that the radio does not work l. The thing I like about the car is that it saves gas.

Alida R

High maintenance vehicle very expensive to upkeep.

A Lot of recalls on the car. Very expensive to maintain. Uses premium gasoline. Uses a lot of gas per mile.

Alex S

The safe yet expensive Volkswagen Passat

The main positives of the 06 Passat is its safety, and drivability. For an older car it drives great. Nice handling and suspension feel. This care is however very fragile and expensive. I have put about 2-3 thousand dollars of maintenance into this car per year. All in all it's a great car if you are comfortable spending a lot of money on maintenance and repairs.

Ama A

It drives really well and the VWs last quite a long time.

Dislike the cost of repairs for VWs. I also dislike that the car requires premium gas.

lauren h

It is surprisingly roomy! We've traveled a lot in this car because we can all sit comfortable and it stores a lot in the trunk.

It is a nice and roomy vehicle, but I expected more from this car. We have had a lot of issues with the car engine light being on and the pressure in our tires being misread. But, I really enjoy the heated seats, and the mileage is pretty great for this kind of car. I would recommend a VW, just maybe I got a defunct vehicle.

Volkswagen Passat Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

Value Edition Sedan

200 HP 27-27 MPG 5 Seats

2.0T Sedan

200 HP 27-27 MPG 5 Seats

3.6L V6 Sedan

280 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats

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2006 Volkswagen Passat Owner Reviews

4.07

45 Reviews

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5 stars

42%

4 stars

29%

3 stars

22%

2 stars

7%

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Kris W on March 20, 2021

I like that it has a great pick up for pulling out in traffic. The heated mirrors and seats in the winter. I don't like that the relay for the moon roof is faulty and needs replaced.

The VW Passat has great head and legroom for tall people like my 6' tall son.

Ashleigh P on March 15, 2021

VW Passat- comfy and functional!

My 2006 Volkswagen Passat is a super nice car, considering its over a decade old now! It runs smoothly and has never had any problems. It is comfortable on long road trips, and it is comfy for short drives too. I live in a place where it snows a lot, so having the car heat up fast is important to me.

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Pros from Owners

Gerald N.

Lots of nice features like heated seats and heated mirrors that are found on more expensive cars. Nice power from the turbo. Lots of trunk space. Great looking car. Fun car to drive with good interior space.

Matthew S.

My car has a nice leather interior. My car is a pretty color. It is old but has lasted a long time. It has a really nice sound system. It has a sunroof. It is really a good size and can fit a lot of stuff in the trunk.

Nancy G.

It can go fast quickly, has power, and great brakes too. I like the looks and style. The back seat can go down flat and there's a middle compartment that owns up. Trunk storage is great. Also has super visual. Easy to see what's around me.

Cons from Owners

Gerald N.

Requires high octane fuel. Seats are not the most comfortable. Interior noise. Dated looking interior. It is hard it is share of issues like exhaust manifold weld broke. Air bags continue to have issues.

Matthew S.

My car takes premium gas which is expensive. The car windows get stuck sometimes when they roll down and will not roll back up which is not good especially when it rains outside. The air conditioning is bad and the refrigerant needs to be replaced and often.

Nancy G.

Repairs are expensive. Oil changes are expensive. Routine maintenance is expensive. Even gas costs more I use premium, you have to use a higher octane level. I bought good rims and better snow tires, everything adds to the expense.

Ranks #11 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2006 Volkswagen Passat has an average owner rating of 4.02 out of 5 which ranks it #11 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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2006 Toyota Camry

4.43

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2006 Toyota Camry Solara

4.41

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2006 Volkswagen Passat

4.07

Ranks #4 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2006 Volkswagen Passat has a combined MPG of 33 which ranks it #4 of 15 other Midsize Cars.

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2006 Honda Accord

34 MPG

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2006 Toyota Camry

34 MPG

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2006 Volkswagen Passat

31 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2006 VW Passat parking brake module location?

Answer: The 2006 VW Passat parking brake module location is installed under the center console. Brake equipment will become old and will need to be replaced at some point. The brake pads and shoes need replacing every...

What's the 2006 VW Passat o2 sensor location?

Answer: The O2 sensors on a 2006 VW Passat can be found on the exhaust near the catalytic converter on the passenger side of the engine compartment. You will need to get under the vehicle to see them, but they are...

What's the 2006 VW Passat fuel pressure regulator location?

Answer: The 2006 VW Passat fuel pressure regulator is situated at the end of the fuel line and attaches to the car injectors. The regulator is in charge of making sure enough fuel is squirted into the engine to keep...

What's the 2006 VW Passat electronic parking brake control module location?

Answer: The 2006 VW Passat electronic parking brake control module can be found in the center console of Your vehicle next to the gear selector. This is the small electrical system that engages and disengages Your...

What's the 2006 VW Passat camshaft position sensor location?

Answer: The 2006 VW Passat camshaft position sensor can be found on the back of the engine below the valve cover and near the timing cover. This sensor has the job of measuring where the camshaft is in its rotation in...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2006 Volkswagen Passat Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs