2008 highline diesel - vw service is pathetic

Exterior Nice.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Good.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Be careful with oil since it will destroy the engine and cost lakhs in repair. Only use synthetic which is 3-4x more expensive than regular [mineral] oil. Don't allow excess oil filling since it will also damage engine without any warning lights.

Ride Quality & Handling Fine.

Final Words Avoid buying any used passat diesel since many have odometer tampering and the service centre won't share the history in a pre-sales inspection due to 'confidentiality' unless you are the registered owner!

Areas of improvement A single diesel injector costs rs. 75 k in delhi and rs. 71 k in mumbai the 2.0turbo engine needs 4 replaced so rs. 3 lacs in parts + labour + taxes! even used cost rs. 25 k each in delhi. worst car ever owned - total money pit. Engine will sieze up in the middle of the highway so it can be very dangerous if truck hits from behind.

safety, performance, styleunreliable and very fragile; exorbitant spare costs