New Volkswagen VW Passat B8 FULL REVIEW test driven neu 2016 1.8 l 180 hp DSG Magotan

[@RwwdE]

The simple fact that I can inform myself from a 5 year old clip and still feel like it was filmed last month says a lot about the quality of the channel! Indeed one of the best reviewers!

[@autogefuehl]

Highly appreciated!

[@mehmetguner5729]

This gentleman seriously knows how to review cars, he deserves more attention! It was one of his videos to why I bought my Jaguar!!!

[@autogefuehl]

thanks Mehmet, keep tuning :)

[@EntrepreneurALLDAY]

One of the best car reviewer in the world!

[@autogefuehl]

+Entrepreneur ALLDAY thanks ! =)

[@3dRoma3d]

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[@autogefuehl]

+Shannon Suber really appreciate it! We can very well use your support!

[@autogefuehl]

For everyone especially interested in the Passat B8 sedan, taken from the full comparison test Superb vs Passat vs Mazda6: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j33TnZqpeN2MY7M

[@kilarubanu]

What is your height?

[@appelTaartish]

he is 1.86m

[@spooner3452]

5 years after this awesome review and this car is still super cool! Big salute for Autogefuhl from Sveti Stefan, Montenegro! PS: Your reviews are not just reviews, they are pure art.

[@autogefuehl]

best greetings! Great you re with us =)

[@pitthepig]

I really like the close ups that you use on this video, for example around minute 4:00. In the videos that you made some time before I felt that this was a weak point, sometimes you were talking about some specific details with a long single shot. So congratulations for the camera work and the editing.

[@autogefuehl]

+pitthepig ok great to hear we ll continue that!

[@RightWing1]

Absolutely brilliant in depth review. For those considering buying I have the 2.0TDi Passat Estate B8 (latest version) and I get 38 mpg around town, 40-43 mpg mixed driving and on a 70 mile trip on motorway I got 51.4 (5.5l\100km) and this is improving all the time as the engine is running in nicely now (976 miles). Absolutely love the space, comfort and equipment for n my R-line spec car and thanks to Autogefuel site for giving such great reviews for the buyer

[@autogefuehl]

Hey Jerry, thanks so much! Please spread the word for us :)

[@ruialves9353]

Interior of German cars... simply the best. The review, brilliant as always.

[@autogefuehl]

+Rui Alves thx rui !

[@jongwonzaoping8527]

Autogefühl don't you think the screen needs to be more on the upper portion and bigger too. It is not very ergonomic in my opinion

[@emranize]

Apart from opel it's like German tea no one does tea better than UK although vaxhall has the same interior

[@Moisi547]

Talking about detail review!! Top notch best on youtube.

[@AG-jh1ky]

I have a north American passat 2016....it looks the same, but it's completely different when you look closely.The Euro spec is premium car..mine is not...the only similarity is the wonderful 1.8 tsi,i absolutely love the engine.

[@beatrizmemeka]

I miss this old reviews, when Thomas took his time, the interior of the vehicle was analized in real detail, with his fantastic voice, very calm, explaining everything about the materials, almost as we were reviewing the car.

[@autogefuehl]

Highly appreciated. Algorithm and modern view habits pushed me more into condensing a little more

[@jonjennings1587]

Thomas and Matt Watson. Mustard reviewers. Should be on Top Gear. Got a superb and love it but think Passat still has an underrated elegance. Understated. Thomas Superb review made me choose it.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks and enjoy your car =)

[@european1114]

And one more think your reviews is the best. Thank you .

[@autogefuehl]

thanks, spread the word for us !

[@brunoandrade4288]

Very good review as always! 2 comments: The only thing that really bothers me in all VW cars are those empty buttons around the Transmission (from minute 11:11 to 11:16). It gives the feeling that a lot of things are missing in the car but in the end nothing is missing, since even the complete trim levels of the GTI, Passat, etc nothing happens there!! And I don't understand why VW USA is not capable to build this Passat in Tennessee. The 2016 model in the US seems 4 years behind!

[@autogefuehl]

+Bruno Andrade very true

[@connydietrich7688]

Herzlichen Dank für deine Arbeit. Endlich mal ein langer Beitrag, in dem auch Emotionen (im Rahmen unserer deutschen Möglichkeiten ;-) ) rüberkommen und nicht diese TV-Heinis, die - gefühlt - von einer Karteikarte ablesen... :-D ;-)

[@Driving_Somewhere]

The 1.8 seems to be one of the most rev happy and good sounding 4 cylinders today. Even more so than the 2.0 petrol.

[@danielrabraga]

You are the best. Complete.

[@autogefuehl]

+Daniel Braga

[@saeedanwar1536]

Great review , as usual very in depth , Very nice car. Keep up the excellent reviews. Happy Holidays and Happy new year to you all at Autogefuhl Saeed

[@autogefuehl]

+Saeed Anwar happy holidays saeed!

[@systemfails]

thanks for testing, you are working on holidays :) thank you again.

[@autogefuehl]

+Mehmet Bakır I am always working for you! :)

[@91stgeneration]

I just subscribed. I like your in-depth reviews a lot. Keep up the good work. BTW. JUST bought a Passat 1.8 2015 TSI DSG Comfortline, and I love IT!!!

[@autogefuehl]

welcome !!

[@ashwinthiagarajan2650]

Damn, this looks like it is competing more with the likes of Audi or BMW rather than Honda or Toyota. VW, u have really outdone yourselves here. Great Job!

[@ItisBean]

Hello Thomas please review more Audi and Volkswagen's cars, and thank you for this Passat review! Your review is amazing, love the scenic background!

[@autogefuehl]

+calvinm „Cal“ 213 Hey, we are reviewing A LOT of Volkswagen and Audi cars, you will almost find EVERY model of the lineup, just use the youtube search with 'autogefuehl audi (model name)' and 'autogefuehl volkswagen (model name)' or just autogefuehl audi / volkswagen etc :)

[@mr.vander9947]

in north america the passat is different shape and size i drove it and i love it !!!!!!!

[@FaizKhan-sq2nz]

As always....exhaustive n well presented review sir!!!

[@autogefuehl]

+Faiz Khan 🤘

[@FaizKhan-sq2nz]

Would love to see reviews of suv's like ford endeavour/everest,toyota fortuner,etc...thank u

[@gogagoxy]

That engine is just awesome! I have it in my Skoda Octavia a7 but with manual gearbox and the car is so fast and the noise of the engine is so good for 1.8 litre. I must say that the quality of Passat's interior is just a bit better than Skoda's. That's why you pay more for a Passat actually, also the gadgets. Great review as always!

[@autogefuehl]

+Goran Stepanovic thanks and well observed!

[@alfonsoesquivel5943]

You should do a review of the Northamerican Passat comercialized only in Canada, US and Mexico, it will be very interesting

[@gp2003gt]

Great review, love the seats, the interior, I wish they would build this version in North America. Kind regards, from Canada.

[@autogefuehl]

regards over the pond!

[@awomangala9759]

We've come to depend on your videos for even used car🚗purchases: remember that cars that you review become really important for people like us in Wisconsin, where used cars are important for second cars because of the heavy snow❄seasons. Therefore, your reviews are appreciated for both new and used car🚗purchases. This is especially the case for premium compact executive saloons, which the VW Passat is.

[@autogefuehl]

Cool! Keep tuning in =)

[@etbadaboum]

Looks like premium is the new mainstream. I wonder how real premium brands will evolve since this Passat and its competitors are really top-notch. I think electrification is the new technological frontier and will clearly be a factor of distinction.

[@autogefuehl]

+etbadaboum true

[@Jayquan92]

I love the Passat Line up, however the version they sell here in North America looks nothing like this and I would love to have it :(

[@autogefuehl]

totally, they have to bring the B8 to the US

[@romellbernardo3073]

I like the Volkswagen Passat sedan. I've already driven that, 2.0 TSI variant

[@cincomilhoes]

Thomas, you prefer digital or analog speedometer? Amazing review!

[@autogefuehl]

+cincomilhoes thanks ! Usually I prefer the analogue ones, however I found the active info display in the passat very decent and therefore the best digital display so far

[@yippie6862]

It's nice to see a real VW Passat again. They went extinct in North America a few years ago.

[@_chan.burn.21_]

True! I don't understand why we can't get something like this instead of whatever they call the sedan they have here now, because it's not a real Passat.

[@nikomn]

Interesting test :)! The inclination of the parked vehicle gave it a space ship feeling (thumbs up!). Are You based in "Ruhrgebiet" or is it only the location for this test? Have a successful 2016! :)

[@autogefuehl]

+nikomn thanks and happy new year as well! Glad you liked car and location =) We use different locations

[@cristiananghel8552]

Great review, Thomas and a great car, but for me, if I would need to buy a new car, I would definitely go for the Skoda Superb Style Sedan, with the classic engine in Germany 2.0 TDI with 150 hp and DSG, of course with fabric seats or If I'm lucky with alcantara.

[@autogefuehl]

+Cris FanCars thanks ! sounds good :)

[@mauriciogomezweiss1652]

Thomas, Thank you for the excellent review, sadly the Passat that is for sale in Germany is not available in Canada, we get the one that is for the USA which is in disadvantage with the German model.

[@autogefuehl]

+Mauricio Gomez Weiss thanks! yeah too bad they havent brought the B8 over yet

[@artemusje2]

I'm not a fan of white. But I think this car looks great in 'harvard blue' with a light interior. The looks may not be all that exciting, but I think it would then look quite classy and the design will probably continue to look good in the future.

[@autogefuehl]

+artemusje2 yeah indeed the setup is very nice

[@norian11]

Another great review, Thomas ! Big like ! How do you appreciate the DSG7 of the Passat vs. the DSG6 of the Superb?

[@autogefuehl]

+norian11 thanks! tbh doenst make such a difference

[@ravxm]

Love the design of this Passat, specially the interior how the lines flow horizontally across the dash. I saw your video then went to the VW US web site but the 2016 Passat, the interior looks almost like my 2009 Passat. Not sure what the reasoning is for having the US version so behind, they'd sell way more cars if it wasn't.

[@_chan.burn.21_]

The reason is because VW is refusing to ditch the platform they're using on the current North American Passat, called the "New Midsize Sedan" platform (kinda ironic if you ask me), which is a platform they specifically designed for U.S./Canadian consumers, although I've always personally preferred the European Passats, and it's funny because I know a lot of people who do too. Also, the North American Passat is actually built in Tallahassee, Tennessee, and it would take a ton of money & time to convert the assembly lines to manufacture an MQB-based Passat like the Euro-spec one in this video. Hopefully one day they'll ditch the platform & switch to using a global strategy for their cars' platforms like nearly every manufacturer has done in the past few years, and they also need to start building their cars in Wolfsburg again, because naturally the cars from their domestic country are of better quality than ones manufactured in the U.S. and Mexico.

[@teksgeroi]

I just bought Audi A4. I almost like Passat's exterior more, but I have to disagree with Thomas about silence. I chose Audi A4, because Passat has terrible tire roll noise - at least on Finnish motorway roads.

[@dragospahontu]

Interesting

[@TheRTPatriot]

The Passat in EU is more attractive on the interior especially the virtual cockpit- it adds life to the car. Otherwise, VW always goes conservative with the Passat design maybe because they target a specific segment of the market - executive cars and people above 50. In North America things are completely different: it's plain boring let's put it that way. I do like the fact that it's a turbocharged line-up all the way from the entry trim. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to all Autogefuhl team! Keep bringing these excellent reviews for 2016...See you then

[@autogefuehl]

+ChAbAr happy holidays! indeed, I still dont get it why they havent updated to the B8 in the US yet. Stupid decision

[@TheRTPatriot]

There is no market but don't do anything to make one. The Diesel gate just dragged them behind

[@hrh2092]

Highline 2017 comes with optional knee airbag! Check vw.de and do a configuration!

[@davidsahul8134]

well done review! pls what is the exact name of this white color?

[@OhadSebbag]

Great review! :) Trying to decide between A3 1.8 and Passat 1.8... Which is more fun to drive? Better quality in the A3 over the VW? What would you pick (single guy)?

[@autogefuehl]

+Ohad Sebbag (Zoomba) if u are tall the passat

[@dragospahontu]

How long does a dry clutch dsg last on this car?

[@tyjaztyjaz2749]

Great review. Would you recommend to go for 1.8 TSI DSG7 ? Is there a big difference between that one and 2.0 TSI DSG6? I would like to go for Super with 1.8 TSI , but I am not sure about dynamics and also that DSG7. I bought VW Polo Gti based ond your test. So I have some experience with EA888 1.8 TSI , but with manual transmission. So I am wondering how this engine behave in larger car and with DSG7. Thank you

[@autogefuehl]

imho the differences are not THAT huge. See what you can get a better deal with

[@tyjaztyjaz2749]

Autogefühl Thank you for fast answer. Registration tax for 2.0 tsi in my country is 1200€, 1.8 is 700€ and gap between this two in pricelist is 1800€ . So its 2500€ + for 2.0 TSI. I ll rather go for 1.8 in that case. Have a nice day

[@dragospahontu]

@@tyjaztyjaz2749 1.8 oil consumption issues!

[@peterzenker5980]

@@dragospahontuyest it can, but mine has not taken one drip in the 4 years I own my 1.8 tsi Passat RLIne.7dsg

[@dragospahontu]

@@peterzenker5980 how many kilometers?

[@kingtiger31]

Considering to get sedan, audi a4 2016 or passat 2015 , difference on price tag: i can get passat with highest trim level, on a4 i can only get some which one should i choose?

[@autogefuehl]

+Adrian Shepherd which country/market? And what specifics are the most important for you?

[@kingtiger31]

Turkey/ market heavily depends on tax rate, from 1.0 to 1.6 motors tax rate is %45 above 1.6 motor tax rate %90, i can get passat 1.6 tdi or 1.4 tsi or a4 1.4 tfsi, not traveling much and going to use it in city only, doing 15 - 20k km a year. so gasoline is good choice, this is only chance i can get a new car not going to buy another any soon. with highest trim level on passat equal to empty a4, if i can manage to buy a4 with some sale it will have mid trim level. strictly on budget. thanks for adive have a nice day.

[@autogefuehl]

+Adrian Shepherd we re talking about the new a4 or the old a4? Old A4 vs Passat I would always take the Passat. In general, you get more car for the money with the passat of course. If it is the new A4, you should take it if you really want a high class interior, but then again, you should probably have a mid-trim level. So overall, i would go with the passat

[@kingtiger31]

+Autogefühl thank you for answer.

[@Moeez97]

Awesome car man and a professional review like always great job m8 :) btw can u tell me that will this the exact *same* model will come to Middle east? :/

[@autogefuehl]

+BluntMachete appreciated! Good question, I am not sure about that sorry

[@jonevans6549]

Good. review

[@autogefuehl]

+Jon Evans thx!

[@carlosdias8967]

Do you know how the 220 hp Passat handles compared to the 180 hp tested by you ? Is the 220 hp Passat as comfortable as the 180 ? Consider please that both have DCC. Thanks !

[@autogefuehl]

Not such a huge difference...

[@carlosdias8967]

Thank you for the information !

[@1111italia1111]

thanks and merry christmas to the autogefuhl team! this discover pro with rear cam is the same on the golf 7 or is it specific version?

[@autogefuehl]

+1111italia1111 merry xmas! Should be the same as u get in the Golf Mk7 if you pick the highest sat nav spec! It's just that it can be combined with the Active Info Display here (digital instruments) and also optional satellite view in the big main screen

[@ghostinthemachine76]

I don't like that digital display, analogue for me. Otherwise, a really nice car. I think we only have diesel versions in the UK.

[@Jz31000]

Very Nice review.. what color is this?

[@autogefuehl]

+Jason Gunawan thanks! Oryx white pearl effect

[@unintentionallyfire]

Fun fact, electric ergoComfort seats (14 way) cost NZ$3,000...

[@autogefuehl]

+Zachary Ong omfg !

[@desirefan1]

Also verbraucht das auto in der Realität ca 9-10L? ganz schön viel oder? Habe ein Passat aus 2004 (116PS 2.0 4 Gang Wandler) der braucht das gleiche

[@autogefuehl]

+Timo Ta In der Tat verbrauchen aktuelle Autos aufgrund der vielen elektronischen System und den ganzen Komfort-Sachen nicht weniger als die von früher ...

[@jonathanek1490]

Will u ever do a review on the Volkswagen Passat GTS Estate? I'm looking into getting one of those and i can't seem to find any good videos with it.

[@autogefuehl]

+Jonathan Ek what's a Passat GTS ?

[@jonathanek1490]

Missed ur answer, It's a "trim level", It has the 240hp diesel engine. I'd like to see if it's any fun to drive. Thanks in advance!

[@AlexKovachevic]

The font in the dashboard looks a lot like comic cans - a huge miss by the UI designers!

[@ValdisVitols]

Double glazing window option new to you?

[@autogefuehl]

+Valdis Vitols No but it shows the quality of the car

[@f30lover45]

Will North America get this version?

[@autogefuehl]

+F30 lover so far, not. Very sad. I hope they ll do that one day

[@denihodzic]

I really can't see VW bringing the B8 to the US which is about the same size as a Jetta. Focusing more on the Jetta would just make more sense, it's the best selling VW in the US. But then again, there are not all models available here, no vans, pick-up trucks and small city cars. The Japanese offer everything.

[@marko_jack_]

And about room on back seat,so less space,I cant even seat upright, and I am average height 180cm... Very uncomfortable...

[@autogefuehl]

+Marko Max hm, i am 186 and that was fine

[@davidletterboyz]

Surprised to find yours is fitted with a Bridgestone! and I assume you're from Germany! Kinda irony. VW in my country tries to fit their cars with Continental tires because it's a continental brand.

[@devinrai]

can anyone here suggest me which one I should go for, the new Passat or new Superb?

[@autogefuehl]

+Devin Rai See the big comparison, it is linked in the video description !

[@dragospahontu]

Ingot Passat

[@christianschumacher6689]

Just a short comment to that review: 1. The Passat is the new S class. It's so spacious and luxurious. And has the same weight as an S class from 1987. 2. I am just fine with the seat adjustment both manual and electric. That way the car is lighter. The seats look wonderful. I especially like the many different ways you can adjust them. 3. The rear view camera is very nice, too. But with these many different kinds of how to use it I am not sure if life really gets easier by it. I would call it technical overkill. 3. In my opinion the central display and the climate control should be in a higher position. 4. In general I want to say that a car of this size and fuel consumption only makes sense from the environment aspect if regularly 4 adult people sit in the car. If regularly driven just by one or two persons a car like the Polo is just fine. 5. Aggressive versus safe and polite driving style: When the traffic lights turn yellow I am supposed to stop. Period. 6. 150 hp should be the legal maximum a car is allowed to have. Like Thomas honestly said: If you have that extra amount of power (that you actually don't need at all for safe driving) you will also (ab)use it. 7. Many more aspects of this car could be addressed but this time I wanted to write just a short comment. The Autogefühl reviews and my comments seem to have something in common. Both are "full length" ;-) Thanks Thomas for the excellent review!

[@autogefuehl]

+Christian Schumacher yeah great full length comment 😎

[@dukagjin2850]

who you think is better This passat B8 or Golf 7 👍

[@autogefuehl]

depends on the use case. Driving long distance and no problems with parking in cities -> Passat. For more city use the Golf

[@Dkcode]

Nice car. Wish VW would lay off the piano black plastic on the dash. It's hard to keep looking good over time.

[@kiehm93]

Könnt ihr mal ein VW Phaeton fahren ?

[@autogefuehl]

+kiehm93 Hi! Der Phaeton läuft aus, macht wahrscheinlich nicht mehr viel Sinn ...

[@kiehm93]

Ja aber man könnte ihn ja zum Abschied noch mal fahren ?

[@FUTURE-IS-U]

Gonna get it soon

[@dragospahontu]

I got mine with package for bad roads

[@swiizzie5220]

I wish my 1.8t had the dsg pared with it

[@ParFektion]

Volkswagen - Das Co2 👍😁

[@autogefuehl]

+Angus MacGyver =)

[@makedonija24tv]

what about cheating device

[@autogefuehl]

+makedonija24 what about it?

[@european1114]

I think for the money you pay USA 🇺🇸 version is much better. It's bigger more comfortable and cast 10000$ less. I had European version and now I but USA version because I move to America. I love it. It's so soft to drive.

[@autogefuehl]

been driving in the Passat B7 US in Vegas, actually made a nice impression. I also dont know why people complain so often about it

[@falexandre29]

Nice vídeo Thomas. Do you think VW can compete with Mercedes BMW and Audi (Same group) in quality,performance confort etc ? Thanks

[@autogefuehl]

for sure

[@niklasdksalkin]

What about oil-drinking problems on the latest version 1.8 tsi?

[@banpowel9784]

I think it maybe due to you not servicing your car properly, always adhere to oil change schedules......that will get rid of the problem.

[@marko_jack_]

Its looks nice,inside and outside but also the same,about price and competition it is so overpriced,Biturbo Engine good from 0-100 but after 100 kmh-200kmh very very slow for 240hp,seats are firm,very hard for driver and passengers so uncomfortable,and suspension is hard as rock,for bumpy roads a real hell... You can find a 1000 of cars new or used,with good desing,way better ride quality (soft and comfortable suspension) better performance for even less money...

[@keenchia74]

cant decide between VW passat and Audi A4.

[@autogefuehl]

+antiroadhogger Audi A4 review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKO9l5KhnrmZiZY

[@pimi891]

brand new car and the check engine light is on.just vw things :p

[@autogefuehl]

+Afrim Lusha you mean at startup or while driving ?

[@pimi891]

+Autogefühl at the startup.I didn't notice it while you were driving maybe because it was blocked by the steering wheel.

[@autogefuehl]

+Afrim Lusha those lights turn on at startup to prove they are working, and then shutdown usually

[@pimi891]

+Autogefühl I know that but the check engine light stayed on even after that.

[@g00dfeeling]

Passat is the ugliest among three not pretty cars compared. Hope people would by more cars such as Talisman, Insignia, 508 or anything else not matching such utilitarian approach. C class, 3 series and S60 are not bad but I have highest expectations from new Citroen C5, C6 and Alfa Romeo Giulia

[@alanexknight9810]

Those cars are bad at safety Bro... The passat and superb got the second safety award giulia is not a spacious car though

[@g00dfeeling]

+Alanex Knight According to Euro NCAP Talisman is on the same level as Passat regarding active and passive safety. Insignia, C5 or 508 provide enough confidence also. I really don't care that much. I wouldn't like Giulia to be spacious like Passat or Superb as it would ruin the concept.

[@lennardeberling6896]

Wäre voll gut wenn ihr auch Deutsche Videos machen würdet

[@autogefuehl]

+Lennard Eberling Hallo! Unsere Website für ausführliche Hintergrundinformationen machen wir auf Deutsch.Die Videos laufen über KZbin und erreichen ein internationales Publikum, sehr viele Zuschauer aus USA, Deutschland, Großbritannien, Japan, Russland und weitere aus über 100 Ländern der Welt. Darum sind die meisten unserer Videos auf Englisch. Die meisten deutschen Videozuschauer verstehen auch Englisch, aber fast alle anderen verstehen kein Deutsch. Insofern ist es nur logisch, die Videos auf Englisch anzubieten, was auch sehr gut ankommt.Wir würden uns freuen, wenn du auf Deutsch unsere Text-Berichterstattung verfolgst und auch hier unsere englischen Videos. Herzliche Grüße Thomas

[@Singh415]

hey somas i was sinking to buy one of sem..

[@nehalpal1500]

every car is associated with the volkdwagen grp!?

[@gonnabeok]

cool, but that clock on dashboard looks cheap as fuck.

[@gnembhard]

The US version has been dumbed down for our market. The European version is much nicer.

[@autogefuehl]

+Gary Nembhard indeed. I ll soon ask the new Volkswagen CEO about this

[@gnembhard]

+Autogefühl , It looks like the Passat is marketed as an entry level executive class car in Europe. In North America, the Passat is marketed with the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, which is more like a family saloon. Our consumers wanted a car with more rear seat room, which made your vehicle less popular here. They decided to build an assembly plant here in Tennessee. Our Passat is a slightly longer vehicle, but not quite as refined as yours. Since you are on speaking terms with the CEO, could you please ask him why the CC doesn't come with a sliding panoramic sunroof?

[@steveokinevo887]

This motor and 2L 220 hp are not available if i will buy it in France this suks i turn now to BMW 328i GT