2014 Volkswagen Passat Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
22 -31 City / 31 -43 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
140 -170
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Brittany A
My vehicle is crisp white with cream interior.
I have had no issues since getting my Passat, aside from a recent recall, but that will be an easy fix. My car drives so smoothly and is great on gas.
accountCircle Kathleen V
I didn't go wrong when I purchased my pre-owned 2014 passat.
The only real problem I have had with my vehicle was that a bolt connecting the turbo loosened and I was losing oil. No sensors ever indicated that the oil was low, I found out because my engine did not sound as it usually does when accelerating. Otherwise, she performs amazingly and I am now wanting to start upgrades. The car rides so smooth and aside from the bolt issue, she is completely reliable. I cannot say enough good things about my Volkswagen!
accountCircle Tyrone T
Exterior color, interior color, sound system, sunroof,
Very comfortable, performs well, accessories are great. Love the sunroof and interior. Outside sleek looking. Great on gas. Sound system is top notch low maintenance. Takes diesel fuel. White exterior gives it a luxurious feel. Wood grain interior with beige leather seats heated for those cold winter nights. Seats have massage mechanisms in them for lower back issues.
accountCircle Thomas
Space/fuel economy/smooth ride
T2014 VW Passat TDI SE with sunroof is an excellent car. The largest interior sedan Ive seen. And a huge trunk. Legroom front and back is incredible. Where is the magic button for all that interior space? Fuel efficient 35 mpg to 50 mpg. Smooth riding car. Quick. The DSG is an awesome manual transmission. This car in one word is INCREDIBLE!
accountCircle Marissa R
2014 tdi sel smooth ride and comfortable.
The only problem I have had with my car is the fender audio system you cannot upgrade your radio to an aftermarket if you want. The car drives and ride very smooth. The other think that I do not like is when the car is remote started and you go to unlock it the car turns off.
accountCircle Vicki S
Great car for a great price.
Excellent car. Comfortable for a tall girl. No issues with air conditioning or heat. Love the heated seats. Large roomy trunk area great for trips to the big box stores. Great cup storage on the doors and center console. The seats recline so you can take a nap.
accountCircle Mary G
It is a very safe car. It has a backup camera and all the airbags needed to stay safe.
I love my Volkswagen! It is truly an amazing car. Never has any problems, runs great, and all of my friends love it too!
accountCircle Jourdan G
My volkswagen passat: Overall, it is a fine car, nothing bad with it.
So I own a 2014 Volkswagen passat Wolfsburg and my car is usually fine but my air conditioning system does not always work. I could turn it on and wait while I drive somewhere but then it will not cool down. It takes a minute for it to cool down or sometimes it does not cool down at all.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Brandon B
Do not buy a VW diesel vehicle!
Diesel so that is a plus. Downside is in America they do not make the parts anymore since 2015. Vehicle has been in service more than being driven. Having a hard time getting parts to fix issues. I got sold a lemon and am working with VW to buy it back.
accountCircle Vw owner
Reliability
Very disappointed, marred with mecanical and electrical issues all of the time. No sooner the car is serviced, there are lights blinking and malfunctions galore. Woul not recommend this car. I have a family to care for, this is not a reliable vehicle. Every time I get in this car I am stressed and concerned if I will get to where I need to be safely. It’s tiring (and not normal) having so many frequent visits to the VW dealership.
accountCircle Joe
As long as you're under warranty, great car ... But -
Several friends said "don't buy it. Lease it. Because the repairs will be expensive." I should have listening. My 2014 until last month (August 2020) had no issues; only maintenance I performed was a new battery in June. Then ... Engine and EPC lights kept coming on. Engine misfires, poor throttle. Had new plugs and ignition coils installed ($500). One week later, same problem. Replaced NAPA parts with dealer/mfr parts. One week later - same problem. Now the engine coolant light is flashing. Leak somewhere getting the #1 ignition coil wet. Head gasket issues? I only have 58,000 miles on this car (mostly work from home) and my power train warranty expired November 2018; purchased the car new Oct. 2013. Really unhappy about this.
accountCircle Beth A
Chevrolet Cruze vs VW passat.
I don't really have any performance related issues. I just miss my Chevy Cruze that had a sunroof/moonroof, heated seats, back-up camera, and remote start. It was also in better shape with less miles and prettier colors. The passat does not have those features and it is black with grey interior, not dark green with tan interior.
accountCircle Carol S
Don't buy a diesel there are many problems with the ADBlue pump & heater. Also avoid keyless entry if possible. Ours had to be replaced after 4 years.
I like that is gets good gas mileage. I don't like the mechanic problems we are having with it.
accountCircle Diana D
Bad car. The Volkswagen has many problems among them an electrical short.
My husband bought this vehicle used. The dealership said they would repair the cruise control. When we bought it in for repair I was told there was a short in the electrical system and they refused to repair it. There has also Been 2 recalls in 1 year!
accountCircle Jason B
It is made by Germany and the handling is awesome.
It is expensive to maintain. Parts are hard to get for it. The electronics are expensive to fix. Tires are very pricey.
accountCircle Rebecca M
Volkswagen is a lot of work.
Overall it is a nice luxury car, but I have experienced many electrical and engine/transmission problems with this vehicle. The leather seats and rubber mats are a nice touch to making this car feel nicer than what it actually is. The sound quality of the stereo system is great and it is adaptable to Bluetooth audio. Heated seats are a bonus although I would suggest a heated steering wheel option.

Volkswagen Passat Models

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

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S
170 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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S w/Nav
170 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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Wolfsburg Ed
170 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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SE
170 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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TDI SE
140 HP 35 MPG 5 Seats
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SE w/Sunroof
170 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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SE w/Snrf/Nav
170 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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Sport
170 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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SE w/Sunroof & Nav
170 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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TDI SE w/Sunroof
140 HP 34 MPG 5 Seats
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TDI SE w/Sunroof & Nav
140 HP 34 MPG 5 Seats
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SEL Premium
170 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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2014 Volkswagen Passat Owner Reviews

4.42
284 Reviews
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5 stars 55%
4 stars 34%
3 stars 9%
2 stars 2%
1 star 0%
accountCircle David T on June 25, 2021
I commute 80 miles per day and love the comfort and quiet of my passat.
No overtly major problems, regular maintenance has been affordable. Excellent gas mileage and comfort, huge trunk for storage. Recently broke 100,000 miles still running strong. Very reliable vehicle with parts mostly available at auto parts retail chains. Some mechanics may not be qualified to handle certain specifics of Volkswagen.
accountCircle Stef V on June 16, 2021
Wish the features were better.
I loved the car when I first got it. I just believe that VWs are behind on the intelligence in a car. Like no push to start, no automatic seats. A lot of American cars have that in a old as a 2013. The car stalls a lot. It had about 45000 miles on it. I am at 69k, and it seems to be declining.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Chas G.

Good value, decent mileage, safe, nice finish. Drives smoothly, has good handling. Stereo quality is not bad, and Bluetooth works well. Overall it has not been disappointing, the backup camera is a nice feature as well. Not too expensive to insure.

likeFilled Knom A.

I love the Gas mileage, the comfortable seats, the smooth steering, the smooth driving and it is nice in long road trips so long as there are not a lot of stopping. I haven't had to do any work on the car yet so that's nice. It has low miles and is long lasting.

likeFilled Jovana J.

The pros of my vehicle is that the car drives smoothly. It is good on gas. Has a very nice look. Has enough room for 5 passengers. Has a sports feature. It is easy to control. The pedal is not too loose.

likeFilled Rebecca P.

Pros are it has a lot of space and runs smoothly. I like it can speed up and stop quickly very safe for my family and I. By far my favorite car I have ever had. A lot of trunk space for my double stroller.

likeFilled Jaunice S.

My vehicle is low maintenance and drives very smoothly. The wheel is not too sensitive and I really feel like I have great control of it. My Volkswagen is also very roomy. I can fit a convertible car seat, one booster, and my other son in the back.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Chas G.

Electronics had some issues that needed to be fixed in order to restore functionality to the backup camera. Also needed some engine work to clean out buildup in the header assembly. Dealership cost to fix issues is expensive.

dislikeFilled Knom A.

I am not a fan of the manual transmission. I know that's how I bought it, but it kills the gas mileage when in the city or anywhere where you have to make frequent stops. It isn't very fast and it can be a little gutless when in 3rd gear going up hills.

dislikeFilled Jovana J.

My cons of my vehicle is that going to is limited in other colors unless you get a color change. Acceleration sometimes seems to be a little slow start (may just be my vehicle, not sure what the problem is).

dislikeFilled Rebecca P.

The drivers side door does not lock always but the other doors do. Parts to fix it are very expensive and oil changes are double compared to a common car. My windshield wipers went out 3 times and it was 500 to fix.

dislikeFilled Jaunice S.

I have owned several Volkswagen before and they all at some point had issues with the coolant leaking and a faulty air conditioning. My engine light turns on also from time to time and completely disappears.

Ranks #6 Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2014 Volkswagen Passat has an average owner rating of 4.41 out of 5 which ranks it #6 of 14 other Midsize Cars.

1
car
2014 Subaru Legacy
4.61
2
car
2014 Honda Crosstour
4.59
6
car
2014 Volkswagen Passat
4.42

Ranks #2 Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2014 Volkswagen Passat has a combined MPG of 43 which ranks it #2 of 14 other Midsize Cars.

1
car
2014 Ford Fusion
44 MPG
2
car
2014 Volkswagen Passat
43 MPG
3
Tie
car
2014 Mazda Mazda6
38 MPG

Is The 2014 Volkswagen Passat A Good Car?

Yes, the vehicle does what is needed and efficiently. No extreme problems with the vehicle that needed any major care.
Trey J.
Yes, it is very reliable. Only issue was when my fuel pump failed, but that was an easy fix. I would recommend this car for any new drivers on the road.
Devon J.
Yes, it is an excellent vehicle as a sporty midsize sedan that is powerful and fun to drive. The 280 hp v6 engine makes it very fast and capable of handling hills and mountains without a hitch.
Tom M.
Yes! It is running well and has not left me on the side of the road. I bought it used from a dealer and I love it! It is super stylish too.
Sara J.
Yes it is very gas efficient and has always been a smooth ride on the road. Safest vehicle on the road.
Vanessa M.
This is an incredible vehicle. Very reliable, fast and smooth drive. Great handling, amazing interior and features. You can tell it is a well built machine. I believe it is worth every penny. By far... Read More
Brian B.
I think that my Passat it a good vehicle! Others have their own opinions. I have had it for under a year a really no trouble with the vehicle itself.
Jenna M.

How Reliable Is The 2014 Volkswagen Passat?

Very reliable. I have not noticed any problems with the vehicle so far and it runs smoothly and perfectly. Ascends expectations.
Trey J.
Yes it is reliable. I heard horror storys from other Volkswagen owners about breakdowns, but I have never experienced them.
Devon J.
Very reliable, I have had no problems with the vehicle since I have owned it. Regular maintenance and oil changes keeps it running at a high level of performance.
Tom M.
It is very reliable. The only problem I have had with it is that I had to replace the back left tire twice but I has run over a couple of nails.
Sara J.
My vehicle is reliable. It has never given me any problems. I always make sure to keep up on the maintenance.
Vanessa M.
I believe this car to be very reliable. I used this car for work and drove it many miles a day. I have not had many issues with this vehicle.
Brian B.
I have not had any problems with it since I have had the vehicle. Oil changes are every 10,000 miles which is great and I have not had to replace anything really except tires.
Nancy B.

Is The 2014 Volkswagen Passat A Good Value?

$14,000. This value is good because the car is in perfect condition with 1 driver, no accidents, and 60,000 miles.
Trey J.
I got mine for around $10,500, I think that was a fair price. I would not pay more then $11,500 though.
Devon J.
It costs about $33,500 at full trim, with a number of promotional pricing and discounts available. It is essentially an Audi 6 at about $20,000 less in price, making it a very good value.
Tom M.
The price ranges from $10,000 - $18,000 depending on how fancy you'd like it with extra features or colors that are provided.
Sara J.
It costs just under $36,000. It is an amazing value for the type of vehicle you get. Very spacious to fit a family of 4-5.
Vanessa M.
I paid around $27,000.00 on this vehicle. I believe it to be a great value and I hope to have it for a long time.
Brian B.
I am the second owner of this car so I can only say what I paid for it which is 12,000. I think that is it a good value.
Ava B.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2014 VW Passat TDI oil capacity?

Answer: The 2014 VW Passat TDI holdS5.8 quarts of SAE 5W-30 engine oil. Volkswagen recommends that You use synthetic oil whenever You need to change it. There are two types of oil that are on the market these days,...

What's the 2014 VW Passat power steering fluid location?

Answer: The 2014 VW Passat power steering fluid location is found by watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbJci1hK85A The power steering fluid needs to be replaced every 75,000 miles. Along with changing fluids,...

What's the 2014 VW Passat fuel filter location?

Answer: The 2014 Volkswagen Passat's fuel filter is now in-tank as part of the fuel pump itself, and is no longer a serviceable part. That is, You can't just change the fuel filter, and even if You drop the tank and...

What's the 2014 VW Passat cigarette lighter fuse location?

Answer: The 2014 Volkswagen Passat cigarette lighter fuse location is located in the fuse box in the dashboard, under the glove box. In electronics and electrical engineering, a fuse is an electrical safety device that...

How do i perform the 2014 VW Passat TDI adblue reset?

Answer: To do an adblue reset on the 2014 VW Passat You will first want to get into the car and shut the doors. Once You have done this You will need to insert the key to the ignition and turn it to the on position,...
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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety