2018 Volkswagen Passat is spacious, but lacks efficiency and tech

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

Why does every car reviewer want every car to be “sporty”? If you want a sporty car, buy a sporty car. This isn’t mean to be one. It’s a mid sized family sedan, meant to be comfortable.

[@ralphmcmahan2139]

It's been that way for the 40 years I have read car reviews.

[@DripExplains]

Because her old ass has a retarded view on driving.

[@kevindam1946]

She's been an automotive journalist for years and knows way more about automobiles and has driven hundreds of more cars, sporty and non-sporty, than some shit talking condescending sexist KZbin commenter like yourself.

[@vhateverlie]

Because car reviewers love to DRIVE cars meaning they look for fun cars that handle well. Most consumers buy them as appliances who wouldn't look up a review beyond crash ratings and MPG. I don't personally get the comfort part as I love sporty cars but I'll give up a lot to be comfortable.

[@lowrider276]

A car doesn't have to be a sports car to not suck to drive. Not to mention, if they went to the effort of including a more powerful engine and a dedicated 'sport trim' then you would expect them to deliver. If they never intended for this car to be sporty, they should be upfront and just own it

[@joshuaychung]

Don't sell yourself short, Emme! I know that the subscribers have the Cooley fetish here, but we love you as well. Please keep more of the reviews coming.

[@PresidentJackBauer]

Stop talking about sporty driving for half the video then saying most people don't care.

[@Moisi547]

Slamming the passat on things it wasn’t built for doesn’t make any sense. What do you mean by the ride is too soft, review a family midsize sedan as a family midsize sedan not a sports sedan.

[@octane520]

Still buying a Toyota Camry XSE V6 engine runs on 87 & still get 301hp

[@christopherd6399]

I don't know. I love my 2017 SE. The roads in Colorado Springs are brutal. The Passat smooths out most of it. I also love the understated styling. Plus dealers are offering steep discounts.

[@markwagner4909]

I disagree with most of this report Comparing this V6 VW to an accord which now is only a 4 banger Then comparing this to hybrids doesn’t seem fair V6 to V6 is a fair comparison Most people that buy the Passat want it for family and German build which is far superior to the Asian models We have had a Jetta and now own a Passat and it’s truly a wonder automobile

[@samr5043]

It's a shame the European spec Passat isn't offered in the US. It's up with the class leaders on refinement, practicality and efficiency. Technology, powertrains and spec options are also great. We've had once since 2015 and it's never put a foot wrong, drives really well, and is very tough to beat as an all-round package.

[@justabagel5173]

i would rather have a skoda superb

[@justabagel5173]

@@Brian-jv8iy how are you doing that? its not 25 years old yet.

[@brandononbrand]

Of course MPG is low. You tested the old V6. What about the new 2.0L? It is rated 29 mpg combined. And with an 18.5-gallon fuel tank, Passat might have the longest range in its class.

[@shwnc4842]

Idk why the got rid of the 1.8t. It was so smooth and had so much pep that it actually felt a bit fun to drive around town. The 2.0t is a bit unrefined in my opinion. The VR6 with the GT trim is definitely my favorite and I would actually get that car. The torque in that car is really fun

[@sszhao11]

I have the GTI 2.0T and it has much more lag than the passat 1.8T, for around town driving, I prefer 1.8T hands down. turbo spools with lightest tap on the accelerator, vs GTI need 2400RPM plus and more than 25% throttle input to get boost. resulting in no power for slow driving. I think VW did this to match accord specs, not really for performance.

[@vs1517]

Couldn’t agree more, I have a 2016 Passat S with the 1.8T and I absolutely love it. It is very peppy and it really gets up and goes when u want it to, it actually is a bit fun to drive around lol

[@shwnc4842]

Vishaal Sandepogu I also love how the 1.8t never feels old! I got into a 2017 Honda Accord and the whole cabin was vibrating from the engine at idle and the car only had 40k miles on it. Then I get into a Passat and it feels brand new and refined and I love it

[@cornbread70s4]

I love me some Emme....

[@gearone2444]

I've always loved the Passat as a direct competition to the E Class. But it isn't the E Class. Yet, this is a really cool car and I wouldn't mind one but that Mazda 6 is a killer car. Nice from VW but I am looking forward to major improvements in the drive sector.

[@edipires15]

Gear One the Passat was never an E-Class direct competitor

[@copperhead2295]

It sounds like a funny comparison but I actually know a lot of people that used to cross shop the last generation Passat new with a used e-class and most left with a Passat. They new generation Passat is a completely different vehicle though.

[@julianmukerji9371]

Gear One absolutely agree with comparing it with a E class if your talking the B6 passat (last gen) being a B6 owner I would definitely compare the 2, I’ve owned it since new in 08 and was comparing it to Benz when I was looking, however this new passat is a completely different story it’s not European at all there is no luxury or quality anymore. Even the dealers now this, they talked me out of buying a new passat saying it’s a complete down grade from what I have now.

[@gearone2444]

@@julianmukerji9371 I agree with you in that regards. Watched a couple of videos and didn't like what I saw. For the price range it's being offered, I'd pick the Mazda 6 or Honda Accord. But then, the last gen Passat was a near E-Class killer. Wondering why they had to tone everything down, save for the seats. For Audi? I hope they're able to reverse this in any future mid year refreshes else, vw may have to endure worse than the diesel gate crisis.

[@julianmukerji9371]

Gear One they changed the Passat because of sales, a base model B6 started around $26K the new passat starts at around $22K, people just didn’t want to pay almost $30K for a base model Volkswagen. Even though its the best passat ever made in my opinion.

[@ibakedit5850]

Why do you some reviewers expect a midsize, practical, car meant for a comfortable A to B commute to be fun? If that is the case get a sports car! I think those who buy Passats, Sonatas, and the like generally look for practicality and comfort, not necessarily prodigious road holding and an uncomfortably firm ride.

[@717dash_cam]

WHY do auto makers seem to think that adaptive cruise without stop and go capability or having different types of adaptive cruise control is acceptable?

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

We love you Emme

[@lexusfan100]

Ya i have a 2017 passat. Well i have to agree on everything she said. And i do no like what it offers as compare to competitors. That adaptive cruise is horrible and disengages under 15 or so mph. Wtfff..and then she didnt mentioned about remote start that shuts off engine when you open the door...wtff...the only reason i got it was price i paid at dealer. For midtrim package i paid just under $22k ..now thats awsome deal!!

[@gerrypiazza8293]

I just need to get to where i need to get to man. That's it.

[@lowrider276]

I love the people in the comments getting defensive over this car just cause they hate the reviewer lol

[@tonyvargas368]

I dont know why this car was reviewed. Ther are no new V6 SEL Passat's for sale within 500 miles of Phoenix. I know, i have looked. The lack of supply tells me the car is about to go away.

[@tonyvargas368]

@@Brian-jv8iy I owned two Passat's. My 2002 was great. My 2007 a little less so. The current model is boring in comparison.

[@roguedogx]

I still dont understand how this was motor trend's car of the year.

[@AndRootPro]

Back in like 2012? Well I mean it does drive really well with the 2.5l inline 5 with the hydraulic power steering instead of electric. Feels much more sporty compared to the newer ones because of the suspension tuning, regardless of body roll it's a fun car to drive around, especially the 5spd manual. I've been loving this car for the past 2 years I've had it, it's a 2014 5spd and I have no complaints other than a slight rattle noise somewhere in my center console area when it's cold out

[@Sciron]

Get a v6 if you want it to be sporty

[@Andrew-zv4fm]

Is Cooley no longer doing car reviews? Just answering E-Mails? I have to say I am not liking the separated segments. IOP I like it all in one. (gigity)

[@lash9400]

Emme your as good as the rest of your team... When does the Arteon come on the market ?

[@DripExplains]

It got delayed in the U.S, 2019 first quarter.

[@julianmukerji9371]

Waiting on the Arteon...

[@joshuaychung]

I want the European Passat Estate (Wagon)!!! Stop trying to be like the rest of the American/Japanese companies and give the die hard VW fans what they come to VW for.

[@camilogomezkeep2324]

A R T E O N !

[@landroverSV]

VW Passat VR6 all day and every day over the ricers.

[@Major_Mason]

Yea, volkswagen never meant to be efficient, they should have made an electric version of this to make up.

[@Tallus08]

I'd be happy if they started making some hybrid VW vehicles in North America. I guess we will skip hybrids and go straight to the electric vehicles.

[@BuntMeister66]

But we like emme hall

[@Modeltrainscarsstereos614]

You’re high speed too

[@Antenox]

So, take a Pass At the Passat? 🧐

[@Tallus08]

Up vote for cheesy dad joke.

[@MrCarguy2]

Not necessarily, buy used

[@hualant]

So basically, the Passat is a boring appliance that you save a couple bucks to buy in. Emme, you’re cool beans, no need to sell yourself against Cooley and the gang. Been following you since Roadfly.

[@Lucky8s]

North American VW vehicles are crap. They're no where near the level of quality and luxury (in some models) offered by VW in China. It's time for VW to step up their game.

[@gearone2444]

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