2018 VW Passat GT Review - Not Quite A GTI

[@TheStraightPipes]

Accord Sport Manual, Camry XSE V6, something else, or this? Also thanks to our early video access Patreon supporters Michael H, Sean R, Amin F, Oliver U, Arthur E, David C, Israel C, Madison K, Luke M, De Kun L, James M, Paul B, Julian M, Graeme P, Ethan L, Charles E, Pavo B, LeaseCosts Canada, Stephen Y, Edgarson R, Ryan J, Curtis K, Kevin D, Robert P, Tony B, Ben M, Allen G, Andrew R, Nick L, Joe, Waleed M, Hyogo M, Omar, J, Paul B, Matt W, Bill B, Kelvin K, Carlos L, James C, Forrest W, Carlos S, Kevin S, Jeremy S, Bill C, Brad M, Eli G, Jayanth N, 10ShapedFist, Phuong N, Santhosh B, Peter S, MK, Andy B, Casey A, Rob J, Kevin D, Romain B, Andrew L, Jayjay S, Emil, Christopher K, Alex S, Artur N, Alexander M, Edward A, Carlin M, Haley W, Pablo O, Kevin J, Jim G, Kirk H, Emile H, Brylon E, Nicholas M, Tyrone P, Quinn M, Matt P, Johnson L, Glenn K, James S, Rohit S, Grant H, Jim W, Henry K! Check out the cool rewards at www.patreon.com/thestraightpipes

[@pepsiman9882]

Accord in manual 🙌🏻

[@viniciushenrique7057]

Accord manual...

[@pasharespect]

Accord

[@stevenbellows9984]

Passat GT

[@palebeachbum]

Camry XSE V6 for reliability. Passat GT if you want something not everyone else has and don't care about high repair costs and mediocre reliability, Accord Sport manual for a blend of the two.

[@casaldana]

I agree with Yuri and think the Passat GT is the best looking sedan in it's class. The Camry and Accord seem to add lines and design elements just to be different (lobster claws and pointless vertical vents on the bumper). This Passat may look uninspiring to some especially on video, but in person it just has a clean, classic, restrained look that may not turn heads but will age gracefully.

[@iDrive4fun93]

Carlos Saldana The Passat will definitely age the best. It’s a handsome car for sure.

[@YuriTereshyn]

It looks very good

[@acchaladka]

Yuri Tereshyn ‘Sleeper classic Sleeper” sums it up well. If only it had a bigger power option. Agree it’s the best looking, _and_ best interior.

[@Jokero_YT]

Oh but it does turn heads ;)

[@ConsciousRobot]

280hp seems like a decent number... You're telling me it doesn't put that power down? Or are you just jaded because you've been driving a lot of faster cars?

[@davidq9705]

I'm just reading this now sorry but you have to feather the start .tires need to be stickier .fun car though I have had it Bout 3 years and still have fun with it.

[@emmacyd3282]

It’s a fun car ngl and it does be moving, I have one rn

[@LynxStarAuto]

That VR6 is a tune away from 300hp+ *and* is equipped with a DSG. This was imo one of the most malinformed, ignorant reviews you just come to expect from the "car community" on KZbin. It has no issues putting the power down. Imo, the only area of the car that needs work is the rear suspension and smaller wheels. 17's are better suited on this puppy than the factory 19's.

[@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo]

​@@LynxStarAuto very true, I heard all you really need is the H&R rear sway that fixes everything on these.... VR6 Passat is almost the perfect family sedan for an enthusiast.

[@vL07k]

jaded, put anyone in this car for the first time and it will surprise them, for sure

[@jeffthielke8091]

I have this exact color GT. Bought new on July 5, 2018 and love it! Premium fuel gives it extra HP, by the way. I think the power of its vr6 is underrated- this is the same motor that’s in the Atlas. It pulls! The exhaust sounds great. It’s factory lowered and comfy to drive. Definitely floats over large bumps, and steering is very light. That said, it’s my daily and I love it. If Arteon AWD came with this motor and DSG, I would switch today. Until then, I’m good.

[@aaron5222]

GT is not racecar. GT = grand touring the perfect road trip car

[@xoxoxar]

Exactly they definitely don't understand that

[@aaronjefferson6809]

Agreed

[@karanverma1233]

Grand Tourismo

[@briansweeney9670]

They completely missed how the VR6 is special. A 15 degree V6 with one cylinder head!

[@harrismi7]

It's definitely more conventional looking than an Accord or Camry. I'm surprised the VR6 sounds good as it does. I rented a base model Passat a couple years ago and I could not believe how big it was inside so if you need a "big" car this is a contender.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Yeah sounds great from the outside. Too bad you can't hear more of it inside. It's definitely cavernous in the back

[@spikeafrica]

If you have a baby like me. It's super easy to get the car seat in and out. Plus I'm tall. Hence I got a 17 Passat SE with tech package and modded it.

[@lbcarimages4557]

harrismi7 dude how are you surprised that the Vr6 sounds good those are known to sound amazing especially with an aftermarket exhaust

[@harrismi7]

LB Car Images Sorry, but I’m not a VW fan boy. VW doesn’t even put the VR6 in their performance cars anymore. Most VWs on the road where I live seem to be Jettas and Beetles. I doubt anyone is putting an exhaust on their VR6 powered Atlas.

[@spikeafrica]

harrismi7 my dealer I work at installed a catback, larger tires, and intake on a customer's car before he even took delivery of it. Pretty sweet looking on 33" tires.

[@cameronbajt4]

I like that you guys feel like my friends. You guys are my friends... right?

[@TheStraightPipes]

OneOneEight Rvolution as long as you're a subscriber. The second you hit that unsubscribe button, you unsubscribe from our friendship

[@YuriTereshyn]

Pretty much

[@MandusahRamirez]

LMAO

[@cameronbajt4]

Boys... I like... I comment... I subscribe.

[@TheStraightPipes]

You're the man

[@sourav9385]

"Fun isn't something one considers when watching countless car reviews in the KZbin universe. But this... does put a smile on my face." Excellent review lads!

[@jsponson]

There's science behind the non-linear speedo. The sensation of speed is non-linear. E.g. when driving in town the difference between 40 and 60 km/h is significant. It can be the difference between getting a ticket or hitting a pedestrian vs. otherwise. At autobahn speeds 200 vs. 220 km/h won't feel that different. It's the same thing that adding 50 HP to a Prius will feel dramatic but it wouldn't be nearly as noticeable when done to a Hellcat. Another reason is that most people spend their times driving in legal speeds so devoting more gauge area to that range makes the speeds more legible most of the time. BTW most V6's are 60 or 90 degrees. The VR6 is basically an inline 6 with offset cylinders.

[@SirKinc]

Just wanted to say that your content is amazing, you are informative and entertaining in a very natural and genuine way. I like the format with two persons reviewing and getting two videos per week feels like a real luxury. Keep up the amazing work! :)

[@donnclaibornejr7231]

PS Thank you for the USD price. Much appreciated.

[@ssr1680]

When are you guys getting the Arteon?

[@YuriTereshyn]

ssr1680 the minute we can

[@ssr1680]

YES!!!!

[@AnnualLotus]

Yessss

[@btjh1855]

@@YuriTereshyn please get the 280 hp R-Line one

[@MrOpticBlade]

Yuri Tereshyn Time to review it

[@Osprey1994]

GT line from VW has never been crazy fast... It's just enough to not be enjoyable without being alarming.

[@Overlord.gaming1]

OspreyBravo18 exactly. VW uses GT in the exact way it's supposed to. GT cars aren't a sports car, they're a grand tourer and do exactly that. Grand tourers usually prioritize comfort and handling and traveling in style. Instead of comparing this to the GTI this should've been judged on it's ability to be a grand tourer instead of being a sports car.

[@mistertee5000]

Wow. I was watching a different Passat GT review last weekend and was like "I hope TheStraightPipes reviews this car soon!" And today you made my wish come true :)

[@malavpatel77]

I legit watch your videos cause you guys are Canadian and funny with casual reviews :) keep up the good videos guys

[@johnperkins1307]

lol same. and btw I agree 100% with your review on this car

[@mrbriantheross]

People watch you for you and the box test, not safety ratings. Keep them coming. More Rex... and Accord all day.

[@pezz_pezzer]

Traction control disable is hidden in the main car menu under the little "setting" icon on the bottom right. If you scroll down you should see the mode disable but they do not call it traction control but the little symbol is the same. It re-enables after shutting the motor off or you can reactivate it and you do get some major wheel spin down low because of the torque and that is with my 2019 Jetta's 1.4l turbo and 6 speed manual. That VR6 should do the same and get a good chirp off 2rd and maybe even 3rd. Great review...

[@TheStraightPipes]

Pezz Pezzer ridiculous! Thanks

[@spikeafrica]

Not in the Passats unfortunately.

[@pezz_pezzer]

Oh yeah, I see it: They call it "ESC" as it effects both the stability control and the traction control both. Pretty sure a disable for those are mandatory because they can get you stuck in mud or snow if you can turn them off sometimes.

[@pezz_pezzer]

pretty sure that menu is the exact same on both, I will check at my dealer next time I go but I am pretty sure I saw it in the same location Spikeafrica

[@spikeafrica]

Pezz Pezzer unfortunately, I had both a 13 TDI and now a 17 1.8TSI, there is no button or menu to disable it in the Passat. Trust me, I wish it wasn't true.

[@walperta]

The fact that you can browse on Sat radio without changing the audio is a MUST HAVE feature for any new car. Audi and BMW do it even better - you can see a whole page of songs currently playing before having to choose.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Yes!! Thank you - Jakub

[@-DocHolliday-]

Good looking car and Volkswagen's most reliable model. You guys are cranking out the best car reviews on youtube, keep up the good work 😎👍 Subscribed.

[@motormusique]

I am sorry. If you call this car good looking, it makes me think that your wardrobe consists only of a black t shirt, jeans, and running shoes. No one is going to complain about the way you look, but god damn if it ain't boring.

[@brittgayle467]

motomusiq I just bought the Passat GT two weeks ago and have received multiple spontaneous compliments about its appearance.

[@michaeljordon704]

thanks for replacing motor trend when they privatized all their videos

[@themza912]

I appreciate the USD. Man I got a lot of flack for being an "entitled american" asking for it on the last video, but we're North America buddies so it's a nice gesture. I understand specs/models might not be exactly the same, but it still is helpful. My Patreon dollars well spent!!

[@TheStraightPipes]

We won't do it every time because it doesn't always make sense. This one was easy because the model/options was almost identical. In most cases, they are very different and giving a USD price would be inaccurate.

[@themza912]

Sounds good to me, thanks guys!

[@Craig_Bolin]

TheStraightPipes , I was going to say the same. I often have no idea what the price would be In USD, especially for the more expensive vehicles. I then usually get distracted by clicking on another video, forgetting to convert CAD to USD. Im not the kind of American who thinks the English language is 'Murican and I dont think it's being an entitled American wanting the USD price when USD value is (mostly) known worldwide. I think Only listing the CAD is probably only beneficial to a small percentage of your global audience. Regardless I love the channel and can only assume your audience will continue to grow. PS I would love to see you guys to a Versus episode on a bunch of different older roadsters like the BMW Z3, Mazda Miata, Honda S2000, Porsche Boxster, Audi TT and Toyota MR2s. Maybe throw In a Saturn Sky too! It could be a series, and would probably get a lot of views since a lot of people look for an old roadster/sports car to autox/track with. Just make sure you include a Z3. They dont get much KZbin love.

[@Lennox1492]

I wouldn't give 2 shits about the flack because the only ppl who would complain about this are the liberals or social justice warriors. Funny how we Americans are considered privileged for asking about $$$ conversion but they say nothing about this video being in English instead of French.

[@backseatdriver8902]

Mine is a year old now. I installed a big rear sway bar, lighter weight wheels and better tires (sottozeros and PS4S). The exhaust has broken in and sounds even better. The handling is 10x better with tires that grip and the RSB flattens the corners and it amazes you how this huge boat sails around the bends and the wookie roads the down the road. Golf R for weekends and GT for family and commuting.

[@ir0nm8n]

Great review!😊 I wasn't expecting it to sound that good🤔🤔

[@icky_thump]

The VR6 has always been a legendary aggressive sounding engine. Dates back to the very early 90s in the Corrado SLC. I had a 12v 2.8L version in an old '01 GTI. The later 24v 2.8L and 3.2L versions sounded the ABSOLUTE best.

[@FredRothV]

I'm about a year into owning my GT. Absolutely love it. I also drive the XSE V6 Camry, the 2.0 sport Accord, and the Mazda 6 Signature. All great cars, BUT, except for the VW, all had brand new engines (scares me). The Camry was WAY more expensive, and the Honda felt cheaper, and the grip was horrifically bad. I almost grabbed the Mazda, but the superior VW warranty and V6 won the day. I have been SUPER happy with the purchase. My only complaint is the mediocre and expensive OEM tires (got an irreparable sidewall puncture after 455 miles). Grip is mediocre, but they ride well. It's a comfortable, affordable, slightly sportier family sedan that I am not ashamed to drive co-workers around in (compared to the 05 Corolla it replaced).

[@danI43541]

Coming from Europe: this Passat looks really strange and cheap :D I prefer the European one, especially the wagon (you don’t really see the sedans anyways).. but you guys get a V6.... here the good old 150hp 2.0 TDI rules :P

[@Jacobk66]

It all comes to money. If the US offered the Euro Passat they'd have to charge at least $30k US for a base model and $40k for this which puts them out of the market range. Keep in mind Accord/Camry start in the low 20's here. We had the generation before this one the same as Europe really great car but they started in the high 20's 10 years ago which is like the mid 30's today. The Arteon is pretty much a fancy Euro Passat and they are bringing that over since they can get people to spend more for it since it looks different.

[@danI43541]

Jake Kennedy could be.. the Arteon is basically the same in the US and Europe

[@jonnylivesinbr]

the euro 2.0 tsi is probably quicker than this low power version of the vr6

[@tubejorrit]

I’ll rather have the us version with vr6 engine then the europe models with 1.4 TSI engines.

[@danI43541]

tubejorrit well you can get it with a 2.0 TSI with 280hp... no need for the 1.4

[@DwightWBrown]

Since you asked,I totally love my ‘18 Accord Sport 2.0 10 speed. It’s shockingly fast,comfortable,safe and looks great in dark blue. Only wish it were a bit smaller but I do like the huge trunk & back seat. I’d like to order a 2021 with R Typr red/black buckets with super bolsters and the 3 mode suspension.Premium fuel really wakes up this beast!

[@gab_e210]

Nice vid guys, I'm the guy yuri met at Canadian tire couple weeks back I'll never forget it. Saw this car while you were there when you told me about it thing looks sweet in person. keep it up!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Mopar fanatic Yo great seeing you! Did you get in trouble for that picture?

[@gab_e210]

TheStraightPipes no not at all thanks for asking tho😂 I left that place 2 weeks ago I couldn't handle working in the heat I'm off somewhere else

[@YuriTereshyn]

Mopar fanatic hope you’re doing well!!

[@casaldana]

Yessss! Finally another VW review from my favorite KZbin car review channel! Haven't watched it yet but excited to watch it right now!

[@seths8034]

Thanks for adding USD prices!

[@yermiesantiago4476]

Seth S yes that was really touching!

[@billsbikes]

Looks still a lot like my 2015 Passat TDI sport. I have the 6 speed manual and love the thing. Not very fast but you can’t beat the mileage! Great review guys!

[@juliensavage5439]

2018 Mazda6 all the way. Good review as always guys.

[@havok6927]

Julien Savage Backseat too small compared to the Passat

[@floorit4443]

The “blank” switches by the shift lever aren’t actually places for switches, they are blank like that even for the fully loaded top trim SEL. So it’s just the design.

[@avensis17]

"No, but I know people like VR '6'" cracked out after I heard this lol!

[@jackwood8307]

They need to go ahead and make a GTI version!

[@Jokero_YT]

Love my VR6 Passat! And with the huge VWoA discounts right now, you can't beat the deal, 23k brand new! I wanna see Honda do that for you :D .

[@GeekTherapyRadio]

As a VW fanboy, I was excited about the Tennessee plant...now not so much. The north American offerings are super tough to get excited about. Honestly, the only model offered in north America that makes my heart flutter anymore is the GTI and possibly the Arteon. VW has lost its fun endearing quirkiness that made us buy them in the first place. Now they are purpose built to be plain. Please VW, at least give us the option to purchase the Euro models, even at a higher price.

[@51StPi]

The Euro models are going off, torsion beam suspension, going full touch screen and losing the volume knob, meanwhile they getting more chrome on the bumpers and the dash.

[@zebracherub]

Not gonna lie, as an European, even the Euro models kind of suck. They're all the same small gas engines / 2.0 diesel. All the cool stuff like the Phaeton and the Touareg are either discontinued or lost what made them interesting. As you said, only the Arteon is kind of interesting, and I'll add to that the Amarok, which surprisingly has ditched the 2.0 4 cylinder diesel and now only comes with a 3.0 V6 diesel, and is one of the rare pickup trucks sold in Europe that can be a "luxury/family" pickup, since all the other pickups are either heavy duty work orientated, or recreational off roading.

[@zebracherub]

Not really about the pickups. Remember, in Europe, your average pickup truck is a Hilux or a Navara (which is a Nissan Frontier). Except the Amarok and the new Mercedes X Class (which is a rebagded Navara), I can't think of any luxury orientated pick up trucks. The Ford Ranger, even in the Wildtrak trim, is orientated towards off-road performance. The Nissan Navara was, during a month or so, offered with a V6 and a "higher" trim at a ridiculous price, nobody ever bought those. Otherwise, in the other trims, which are mainly commercial/work trims, these are extremely popular and the Navara is the 2nd most sold truck where I live. The Toyota Hilux is marketed for heavy duty work. The Isuzu D-Max is marketed for heavy duty work. Even the new Renault Alaskan (which is again, a rebagded Navara) is marketed towards commercial use. The Fiat Fullback/Mitsubishi L200 (they're the same) is no where near a luxury pickup. There is a reason why in Europe all those trucks (except for the Amarok and the X Class) are sold by the commercial/professional branch of those major brands. There is a reason why imported Dodge RAMs are popular with people who want to tow boats and bring their families along, and there is a reason why people go through the hassle and cost of importing brand new F150s Platiniums when they can buy 2 or even 3 Hiluxs with the money. Regarding about the engines, I am talking about how widespread the MQB platform and its engines are. From the Golf to the Tiguan, the platform and the engine options are the exact same.

[@mr.blanco6763]

You guys will be very big one day.. I like the way you guys talk about cars and I just can’t put my tongue on what exactly I mean.. great video content, would like to see drone footage in some future videos.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Mike Blando we've done lots of drone stuff but it takes a lot of time so we can't always do it

[@ROZBenzGarage]

The best part of your videos is the transition from your faces to nice moving exterior shots. Its great to have the mixture instead of just your mugs all video :D

[@jameshartman2881]

I have this car and your review is the most accurate I've read, both the good and the bad. I changed to one width larger tires (Yokohama 245/40/19 summer tires) which made for a very noticeable improvement.

[@kevspec]

I could stare at your thumbnails all day they look so damn good

[@sharky32965]

Yea He just got a manicure.

[@Lennox1492]

You have very low standards

[@ShersGarage]

Here is something Passat does anyone else in it's class. It has more room in the back, it is comfortable, steering and suspension feels really nice. It is an excellent cruiser. Not much of a performance machine but that VR6 sounds awesome!

[@EleisonUA]

In this segment I would definitely get 2018 Mazda 6 2.5T, tho new Camry looks awesome too.

[@dorkultra]

The stare from the back seat really made this review special

[@TheStraightPipes]

Thank you, I tried very hard

[@MordFustang1966]

Yay Nice Jakub is back

[@RapideWombaticus]

VR6 - Narrow angle V6 @ 15° - Pistons contained within one large/wide bank rather than 2 close together. Normal V6s are 90° or 60°. Nice video guys 😎👌

[@arturn_czyk]

Well, I can agree that Camry XSE, Accord Sport as well as any Mazda6 looks good, but I would all day take the Passat GT over them. I ❤️ it 😉. The only thing I don’t like is that there is no analog clock in the dashboard (as in my ‘14 Passat). I do appreciate the full LED head and tail lights. Personally I have never complained about the steering column. On the other hand, I do agree that the infotainment screen is a little bit to low in the dashboard, as well as the seats being a little bit to flat and not having enough bolstering. Also, every car with dark/black headliner is gangsta cool 😎 👍🏼. And I don’t know about Canadian market, but the US 2018+ volkswagens get the 6yrs/72k Miles bumper-to-bumper warranty, so that is always a plus. Overall, I love this car.

[@iDrive4fun93]

Artur Niemczyk my 2015 Wolfsburg TSi has the analog clock as well and I love it. I would own this car over any of its competitors as well, the only other I would consider is the Mazda 6.

[@AnnualLotus]

I miss the analog clock too

[@arturn_czyk]

Oh well. Here we are. More than 1 year later, and I would be a team Accord on this one 😉 Specifically the 1.5T Touing or the Hybrid Touring.

[@cwyoming7004]

You two understated the sound. It was awesome. I wish you would have included a lot more sound clips. Great videos, subscribed

[@janson2911]

Man, i really want to help this channel but I don’t have credit card so i guess I’ll just subscribe, like, and comment

[@nourel-deenayman3943]

Janson Mathew do to forget to hit the bell

[@DamianSabre]

You can use paypal

[@YuriTereshyn]

Thats perfect

[@TheStraightPipes]

Janson Mathew that helps more than you think!

[@ishsaggi3460]

Janson Mathew hahahaha Just because u dont have Credit card only that why u wants to help this channel... if u would have got the card... u wouldn't have talked shit. Just to get replly from uploader :D

[@rootsmanuva82]

Yuri has the sensibility of an AARP card carrying 65 year old. I think a Prius would be his ideal car even though he'll never admit it.

[@christianregitz5791]

I would definitely want this engine as an option in Europe..

[@MrRichardG22]

Thanks for reviewing the GT! I currently own one and I agree with all of your thoughts. It’s not a « sports » car, simply a fun « dad car ». Exactly what I need for now. Thanks again! Keep up the good work!

[@fritztm9261]

I wish my insurance company felt the same way

[@siddheshgandhi7668]

I can't stomach the poverty spec NA Passat compared to the real Euro Passat

[@ikjadoon]

Oh, holy shit. Ehe Euro Passat looks fucking unreal compared to this. Wait, what....

[@simul8guy75]

@@ikjadoon - Yeah, right, looks just about the same only a little smaller and with a nicer interior for a significantly higher price.

[@martinesse4830]

the engine tho

[@astana524]

I was looking at buying a Passat, but now that the GT is out I may be looking into one, thanks for the video. Also shout out to the other viewers that use the captions.

[@tonyren.tr5]

Review requests: 1. 2018 Nissan Qashqai (Rogue Sport) 2. 2018 Honda CR-V 3. 2019 Lexus ES 4. 2019 Honda Insight

[@RohanIyer]

Tony Ren wow, some of the most boring vehicles available today.

[@oliverquickdidnothingwrong]

Yes, they're boring cars, but it'd be interesting to get Yuri and Jakub's take on it.

[@StinkySundae]

Rohan Iyer boring sells!

[@YuriTereshyn]

Hmmmm once winter hits yes

[@RohanIyer]

Stinky Sundae You say this as though it’s a good thing...

[@charlesbilodeau6916]

Hey guys , I’m that annoying guy who pointed out that Jakub was condescending toward Yuri. I have to say that I see a tremendous change with Yuri’s knowledge and that attitude seems to be gone from Jakub. It makes your show , for me , more enjoyable and feeling more natural and no more cringy. Great job , you guys deserve to go a very long way , I do enjoy your show very much now ! I had to say it :-)

[@BillBurrAnimations]

13.7 l/100km? you must be joking VW.

[@lisamuel41]

my v6 Camry does 17L/100km 😥

[@drkamikaze1]

My i30 does 5l/100km

[@مُحَمَّدٌبِنْعَبْدالله-ذ6ض]

My avalon dose 10.9/100km (:

[@Drayexe]

kamikaze my i30 does 9l/100 in the city lol

[@BillBurrAnimations]

My Suzuki GV v6 does 12L/100km city. ))

[@fritztm9261]

Everyday I realize VW didn’t give this 4Motion because A. It wouldn’t be under 30k and B. It would directly complete with an A4 which they won’t let happen. Shame. I’m purchasing one this week and I love the idea of a baby Audi.

[@DTMan13]

I really love your show, so I hit the bell ;)

[@andysp8845]

What does "hitting the bell" do?

[@DTMan13]

try it

[@TheStraightPipes]

You get notifications of all of our videos so you never miss any. That's what subscribing used to be a long time ago

[@zatharos6427]

Considering the GTI has red trim lines at 220ish horse power, this definitely deserves the looks

[@jacobtaylor8975]

I cant be the only one who sees the "GT" badge on the grill and thinks that the "I" fell off.

[@warlords8839]

That vr6 sound soooo good!

[@cavavision5547]

Mazda 6 anyone? Or maybe step up to a Stinger.

[@aldoczavala8540]

Biggest takeaway: Time for an all new Passat with a more powerful engine in base models. Great review guys.

[@dannera5359]

I have a GTI and if I had to replace it, I would take the Accord 2.0 or Mazda 6 Turbo over this.

[@oversteer_9339]

That engine note is lovely

[@oversteer_9339]

Reminds me of an old audi S8

[@Benni3]

Passat in America sucks compared to the European and Asian Passat. The Passat in Germany is super high tech and modern looking with auto pilot features and full digital cockpit, and we have this super cool Passat since 2014.... Like wtf

[@nicolasprieto6117]

Ben Godenrath u guys also get the Hyundai IN 30 , we dont get it here :(

[@Jokero_YT]

Haha full laggy digital cockpit! VW can bring all those to the US but nobody is crazy enough to pay 48k for a Passat because it has some toys, get real. And the Chinese Passat is just funny, no need to mention it.

[@backseatdriver8902]

I got one of these. Put a big rear sway bar on, lightweight wheels and better tires... It fixes most of these guys concerns. Even steering is slightly more weighty with "grippy" tires.

[@loudcatcher13A]

new outroooo

[@albertop.6167]

spoilers!

[@Zednix]

That sounds way nicer then my 17 GTI does. It's tough to make a GTI sound good.

[@Jacobk66]

I always though the Passat should have the 2.0T from the GTI, not the VR6. What ruined this generation Passat to me was they put that terrible 2.5 I5 in it originally and those halogen headlights/taillights, no HIDs were even offered until recently. It's such a boring car!

[@billm47645]

Agree. 2 Liter GTI Turbo, DSG, Adaptive Dampers, and LSD.

[@zohanjames7793]

toaster a stage 1 GTI makes just about 400lb torque at the wheels!!!

[@meugzy]

For me 1)Mazda 6 signature 2) honda accord touring 2.0t 3)camry xse v6 4)kia optima.

[@rifqisetiawan5997]

Would get this and then add air suspension with bbs rs wheels and a roof rack with fuel barrels on them

[@rifqisetiawan5997]

Oh and stage 2 on the engine lol

[@nickbuccini7535]

There is no "stage 2" on the 3.6. You can get a tune and intake which would be "stage 1" but anything past that is completely custom... And stupidly expensive.

[@alaincazavant4022]

I am a mature BMW owner of M235 and X2 M35. When my son Will let go his Passat GT VR6, I Will buy it back, because it is such a sleeper car and sound great.

[@wandersondeoliveira211]

2018 mazda6 signature. You get a lot more for your $....

[@trancross7040]

Another great review guys! The exhaust sounds great! There's even a lil crackle during gear changes. It's not a very exciting sedan. But for those that want something roomy with a slightly sporty look, this is a winner!

[@knifetoucher]

Only in America can a pair of Canadians drive a German car...

[@mikenormandy9250]

...And this is why the Accord and Camry out sell this car every year (In NA at least, I am in the US, can't speak for EU or Asia). Great vid dudes!

[@Subbanfan11]

Accord 2.0T!

[@John-yg2rt]

all day

[@InitialDAmine]

Oh god whenever I see a NA VW I get the chills, I mean EU passat and NA are so different! And I'm not talking about looks

[@Neo.555]

This model is so dated, especially the interiors.. why they don't launch the latest one available across the Europe/Asia!?

[@stephenhendricks103]

Because the last time they tried to sell the Euro version of the Passat in the US, they could hardly give them away.

[@Neo.555]

Stephen Hendricks I don't know about last time but this time it should be fairly easy

[@stephenhendricks103]

Neo Sorry, but major manufacturers based their product planning on extensive market research focused on what consumers want to buy, not on what self-selected "enthusiasts" post on the internet. If there were a major demand for sedans among American consumers Ford wouldn't be exiting the market, altogether.

[@WikedTechniQz]

Love the outro music!!! Another great review in the bag gents!

[@TaijiArban]

Mazda6 is better. :D

[@landroverSV]

The Passat GT VR6 is by far the nice one. And with the help of the aftermarket you can really turn it into a proper GT!

[@yanksmc7]

If I'm buying a VW it's a GTI

[@YuriTereshyn]

Michael Cianciulli golf r broooooo (in manual and orange)

[@zohanjames7793]

A simple stage 1 ECU flash and a GTI will smoke the R and a ghost of other fast cars for 15gs less!

[@backseatdriver8902]

The GT is equally quick as a stock GTI, and a tuned GTI will be wheel hoping while the R drives away...

[@SkeleMusic]

I think this car is highly underrated... id love to have a vr6. It should be a bit quicker than my ‘14 gli, and my GLI needs some sticky tires to keep it from slipping like the GT does with the contipro tires

[@PresidentJackBauer]

Optima sxl or sonata 2.0t

[@MiellDuBz]

Thank you for recognizing it's a vr6 and not a traditional v6 like every other casual car reviewer. I get they are badged as a v6 nowadays but c'mon fellas. 🇩🇪

[@pepsiman9882]

Umm can you review the alfa romeo stelvio or the giulia pwetty pweez daddies

[@YuriTereshyn]

Pepsiman maybe fall. Also what’s with the daddies thing? Is it cause people say daddy Doug?

[@pepsiman9882]

Yuri Tereshyn OMG YOU ACTUALLY REPLIED!!!!! Best day ever😭

[@pepsiman9882]

Yuri Tereshyn and the daddy thing is joke 😂

[@DCassidy42]

If there was a 4motion wagon version of this with a few more features, I'd be all over this.

[@ewwmin3m]

Doesn't even deserve the vr6 engine... They should transfer the engine to the golf :p

[@mbrunnme]

?? The Golf R32 had the VR6 engine before they developed the EA888 with big turbo and reworked internals that it has now. The four banger has more power and a wider, flatter powerband. Dropping a VR6 into it would be going back a decade. Sounds good but slower with worse fuel economy.

[@ewwmin3m]

I know, but I would've liked to see a new modern iteration of the VR6 in the type R; indeed with a turbo or a supercharger... modern VW don't excite me as the r32 did :-/

[@RDJ1SS]

mbrunnme I'm not gonna lie an awd vr6 turbo golf would be heavenly

[@hillre14]

When he zoomed in on your face in the back seat...hilarious made me subscribe

[@TheStraightPipes]

Lots of face zooms in other videos 😉

[@alihaboh1866]

The north American passat model is ugly

[@Benni3]

Iheb Moh very

[@alihaboh1866]

The international model is so classy

[@Benni3]

Iheb Moh ikr

[@Wenatic]

My dream starter car. It looks so good.

[@Saud-mt4wi]

Guys is it Pronounced Volkswagen or Folkswagen? 😃

[@GuilleSanchez.answers]

It's the right pronunciation of the German name.

[@Malik-jt8hi]

Saud Khan that’s how it’s supposed to be dumbass

[@Askiaban]

It's correct dumbass

[@gaycha6589]

...there's always got to be one tit out there. congrats.

[@112OostNederland]

Folgswaggen

[@Xaphal]

Long time subscriber from Connecticut. My girlfriend and I watch your videos together over the weekends!

[@ooharloo]

Mazda 6

[@ZROSTARS]

I have a fever and the only cure is more truck reviews

[@TheStraightPipes]

ZROSTARS coming

[@AwesomeJoe007]

R u kidding me? Best looking sedan? I don't think so. Well, it's a personal preference thing. Also, to answer your question, I love the Camry XSE.

[@iDrive4fun93]

Joe E. Looks are a matter of personal taste, but I agree with them, it looks far better, classier, and will age way better than the Camry or Accord.

[@icky_thump]

I agree, I love the looks of it. Very handsome with a hint of sporty, just like the GTI.

[@iDrive4fun93]

Paul Denney it’s simple while still being mature, refined, elegant, and classy.

[@BeesonsCars]

Actually sounds really good for a V6 family sedan. I love the look of this car, very understated and classy. But subtlety aggressive.

[@sergevivier2861]

MADE IN USA

[@thedude2897]

Serge Vivier Technically put together in the US. The parts are elsewhere.

[@netcruzer]

And that's why it's a huge land yacht sedan.

[@xrecix]

Still German.

[@waltchan]

3.6L V6 engine and 6-speed DSG transmission are built in Germany, according to sticker I saw on window.

[@bb2status]

Accord 2.0t easily. But i have a 09 Accord 271hp V6, sliding visors and sliding center console/armrest and all love it!!