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Volkswagen Passat 1999

Volkswagen Passat 1999

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$3,850

The 1999 Volkswagen Passat range of configurations is currently priced from $3,850.

Our most recent review of the 1999 Volkswagen Passat resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the Volkswagen Passat: Cheaper than the more prestigious marques from the same country, Good handling

The 1999 Volkswagen Passat carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1300 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

The Volkswagen Passat is also known as Volkswagen Dasher, Volkswagen Quantum, Volkswagen Santana, Volkswagen Corsar, Volkswagen Magotan (China), Volkswagen Carat in markets outside Australia.

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9.5L/100km (combined)
Sedan
4 Speed Automatic
Premium Unleaded Petrol
Overview
Likes
Cheaper than the more prestigious marques from the same country
Good handling
Dislikes
Stylish it's not, but that's the way VW does its shapes

Volkswagen Passat 1999 FAQs

Mini oil crisis

ALL engines use oil. It's the rate at which they use oil that can cause concern. VW engines have a reputation for using oil. There have been warranty claims from people running their engine low on oil and causing serious engine failure. They assumed modern engines don't use oil so didn't check the level. At 250ml/1000km I wouldn't be concerned, but I would be if it were using 1 litre/1000km. The point about the 15,000km service intervals is a good one. At the rate of 250ml/1000km your engine will consume almost four litres of oil between oil changes, which is close to a full engine fill. At 1 litre/1000km you would go through 15 litres between oil changes. Makes you wonder why you'd bother changing the oil.

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Volkswagen Passat 1999 Towing Capacity

The 1999 Volkswagen Passat has maximum towing capacity of 1600kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
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