A.G. It looks like a simple sedan, but from the stream of others Vehicle It is distinguished by complex headlights, a rapid profile with a sloping roof, a massive heavy stern and LED optics.

You don’t have to talk much about appearance - just look at the photographs. Here are the other advantages of this car, of which he has many, deserve attention.

Characteristics

"Volkswagen Passat B6" was offered to Russian buyers with five gasoline engines. The line looked like this:

• 1.4-liter turbo engine, 122 hp. With. Acceleration - up to 100 km/h in 10.5 seconds. Maximum speed- 203 km/h.
• 1.8-liter “four” with turbocharging, 152 hp. With. Acceleration - 8.6 seconds. Maximum - 220 km/h.
• 2 liter turbocharged engine, 200 l. With. Acceleration - 7.6 seconds. Maximum - 235 km/h.
• 1.6-liter naturally aspirated, 102 liters. With. Acceleration - 12.4 seconds. Maximum - 190 km/h.
• 2-liter naturally aspirated, 150 hp. Acceleration - 9.9 seconds. Maximum - 209 km/h.

In addition to the listed options, the Passat B6 with a diesel engine was also offered. It was a 2-liter turbocharged engine with 140 hp. With. With such a unit, the car accelerated to “hundreds” in 9.8 seconds, and its speed limit was 209 km/h.

The engines were offered with manual transmission (5 or 6 speeds), as well as with a 6-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. In addition, there were options with a 7-speed DSG robot with dual clutch.

By default, the car was front-wheel drive, but 4Motion technology was available as an option.

Execution options

There are two versions of the Passat B6 model - a station wagon and a sedan. The first thing they differ in is their dimensions. They are as follows (indicated in millimeters):

• Length - 4,774 and 4,765, respectively.
• Height - 1,518 and 1,472.
• Width - 1,820 for both versions.
• The wheelbase is the same - 2,709 mm.
• Ground clearance is 17 centimeters for both the station wagon and the sedan.

Judging by the numbers, the dimensions of the Passat B6 in different body styles differ slightly. But you need to immediately pay attention to the trunk! The highlight of the station wagon is the huge cargo “hold”, the volume of which is 603 liters. And it can be increased to 1,731 liters if you fold the back row. You will get a perfectly flat platform for large cargo.

Comfort and ergonomics

People who leave reviews about the Passat B6 talk in detail about what it’s like to be in this car. Here's what they focus on:

• The car is warm. In a frosty winter, after standing overnight on the street or in the garage, it heats up slowly but surely. Heated seats are of high quality. In summer, the air conditioner freezes perfectly, and at the same time you can’t hear its operation. From the outside, switching on is also silent, and it is not displayed when the engine is running. The car takes a long time to cool down.
• Foot airing for rear passengers powerful.
• The front seats and steering wheel have a lot of range. You can at least “lie down”, like in some sports car, or rest your head on the ceiling. The trunk easily folds out into a flat floor, creating an area of ​​0.9 x 1.85 m. You can organize a good sleeping place.
• The doors have convenient large pockets that can hold a lot of small items. And there is also a niche for an umbrella.
• The glove compartment is voluminous. Moreover, there is another one in it - a secret one.
• The dashboard has interesting lighting. Not faded, at night you even have to turn down the brightness.
• The handbrake is electronic and releases itself when you press the gas pedal.
• Setup menu in on-board computer contains a considerable number of points, but you can quickly figure out what is there and why.

And finally, the Volkswagen Passat B6 is the owner of a simply pleasant and laconic interior. The interior is made of high-quality plastic, genuine leather (fabric as standard) and real aluminum.

About the version with a 1.8-liter naturally aspirated engine

"Passat B6 1.8" is one of the most popular versions. People who own this car say that it drives very cheerfully, even when compared with cars with 3.5-liter units installed under their hoods.

You can characterize the driving style as follows: it is confident, calm, but (paradox!) it encourages dynamics, a more active style. The car is assembled, with excellent control, obedient, comfortable and soft. But if you properly press the gas pedal on a straight line, then it can already be compared to a locomotive. Or with some sports car. At the same time, there is no yaw, even in winter.

By the way, the dynamics are significantly influenced by the fast DSG-7 gearbox. As the owners of the B6 say in their reviews, the Passat automatic transmission seems to spur you on with its quick operation, making you want to push.

Motorists also note this car’s “love” for oil. Consumption is approximately 1 liter per 7,000 km. It is recommended to pour Valvoline 5W-30.

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The features of the transmission also need to be mentioned when talking about the characteristics of the Passat B6. We will, naturally, talk about the DSG - Tiptronic gearbox with six speeds. The transmissions are very short:

• The first is 0-15 km/h.
• The second is 15-30 km/h.
• Third - 30-50 km/h.
• Fourth - 50-65 km/h.
• Fifth - 65-80 km/h.
• Sixth - after 80 km/h.

Almost no one has any complaints about the performance of the DSG. Tiptronic changes gears quickly and imperceptibly, saving fuel, and without losing dynamics.

But there is still a drawback. This is a rollback. If you get into a Passat with DSG somewhere in a traffic jam on a hill, then it’s not a fact that you will be able to immediately drive off, moving your foot from the brake pedal to the gas. It takes some time for the force from the engine to be transferred to the wheels. It's just a moment, but you still need to get used to it. In general, it is better to use the anti-rollback function.

Ride quality

They are touched upon by many people who leave reviews about the Passat B6. Particularly praised is the PPD - “package bad roads", especially for countries such as Russia. These versions have higher ground clearance and a stiffer, more reliable suspension.

The car holds the road excellently, and on the highway it feels like a glove. If paired with good tires, of course. Due to the rigidity, however, road unevenness is felt. But for excellent ride quality you have to pay for a little comfort, nothing can be done. But nothing knocks or rattles - it's worth it.

Electronic assistants work when needed. ESP is turned off from the button and is reflected by an icon on the panel of the Passat B6 when any of its systems is activated.

The AUTO HOLD function deserves special attention. It helps hold the car in place when you press the brake pedal fully. Very convenient at traffic lights and in traffic jams. And when a person presses on the gas, the function is automatically deactivated. By the way, it only works when the seat belt is fastened.

Pleases in this car mobile and adaptive electric power steering, which changes the force depending on the speed of the car. This makes the Passat incredibly obedient. Which is very important. The driver must feel that he is driving the car, and not him.

Operation in winter

Whatever engine is under the hood of the Passat B6 model, the car will still start even in the most severe frost. Not to say that it’s a half-turn, but it still starts. People who have the desire and opportunity pay extra for Webasto equipment and are generally deprived of any problems associated with this topic.

Some motorists say that the car's low seating position and long wheelbase cause inconvenience. When roads are uncleaned in winter, it can be difficult to drive without scratching the bottom. However, thanks manual mode The gearbox (or “mechanics”), the weight of the car and the front-wheel drive, reduce the possibility of getting stuck to a minimum.

Even in winter, electronic stabilization systems and ABS are very helpful. Useful features, especially on our roads.

In general, the car behaves well in the cold season. Owners of the Passat B6 in their reviews recommend checking the battery before the start of frost, or better yet, installing a new one, preferably with the maximum starting current. And the fuel filter needs to be changed before winter. Owners diesel versions It’s better to fork out money for Webasto, because without a pre-heater the engine takes a long time to start, reluctantly. And only under load. Analogue - electric heater(“hair dryer”).

Equipment

In the reviews of the Passat B6 you can read a lot about the configuration of this car. As mentioned earlier, the car is comfortable, and this is also reflected in the presence of various types of electronics and functions. So, here is what is included in the list of basic equipment:

• LED taillights and halogen headlights.
• Electrically heated side mirrors in body color and turn signal repeaters.
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel.
• Tachometer.
• Adjustable steering column.
• Multifunctional color display.
• Height-adjustable front seats.
• Dividing armrest at front.
• Pockets on the backs of the seats, mats.
• Electric driver's seat.
• Central locking and remote control key.
• Front and rear electric windows.
• Cooled glove box and bottle holders in the doors.
• Airbags (driver, passenger, side, head).
• ISOFIX fastening.
• Three-point seat belts with clamps and pretensioners.
• Electronic safety and traffic control systems (ABS, ESP, TSC, cruise control, etc.).
• Air conditioning, cabin filter, radio RCD-310, 8 speakers.

And this impressive list is not a complete list of what is in the car. There is also a self-dimming mirror, rain sensors, reading lamps, and an immobilizer. There is even a 12-volt outlet in the Passat B6 - one in the trunk and another in the rear of the center console.

And in cars with maximum configuration there is literally everything - rear armrest, side airbags, sports seats, leather interior and many other nice options.

Disadvantages and features

Every car has them. Here are the nuances that owners of the B6 model pay attention to:

• Mirrors. They could have been made larger. Some claim that it was because of the small mirrors that there were times when there was a risk of an accident. In general, they do not correspond to the level of the car at all.
• Front side windows. They are constantly bombarded with mud. The mudguards don't work.
• Heating windshield. In general, the presence of this function should be a plus. Yes, on “B8”, where the film is heated, this is the case. But on “B6”, where you can see a whole scattering of threads, blinding in bad weather and at night from oncoming headlights, it’s a minus.
• Front pillars. Too thick. Because of them, sometimes you really can’t see pedestrians.
• Trunk and door locks. Bleeding pressure is a big problem in this car. It's not easy to push and close. You need to make an effort.
• Blue backlight. Not for everyone. Many say that it spoils ideal instruments, from which indicators would be read perfectly if it were not for it.
• Automatic transmission. It has both significant advantages and unpleasant nuances. One, to be more precise. By default, it saves fuel to the maximum. To get her to stop doing this, you have to press the gas pedal for a long time and with effort. Or wield it additional features manually.
• Rolls. Happens in turns. Steering chic, but the suspension is not soft enough. The result is dissonance in sensations.

But main feature, which each version of the Passat B6 (station wagon and sedan) has, is a requirement for quality of service. The car is really very complex. And it is for people who know where to serve it and who to trust to handle it.

Owner's feelings and cost

Lastly about this. If you study in detail the reviews left about the Passat B6, you will notice a paradox. Everyone says that this is a reliable, comfortable, fast and dynamic car, which is a pleasure to drive. But... they do not recommend buying it. Or rather, this: before purchasing, they advise you to look at the price list and familiarize yourself with the cost of spare parts.

The car itself is inexpensive, but maintenance requires a lot of money. When purchasing "B6", there is a risk of "tying" yourself to official representatives VW. Because in the event of a breakdown or serious defect, it will be difficult to fix it in someone’s garage or even in a specialized service center. A simple technical inspection alone, according to Passat owners, costs about five to six thousand rubles.

But if this nuance doesn’t scare you, then you can take it. The best model is with a turbine. Picking up from the very bottom, instant acceleration - an indescribable driving sensation! True, constant active driving can significantly increase fuel and oil consumption. For lovers high speeds you have to change it often: 1000 kilometers = half a liter of oil.

But even without reaching high speeds, the car behaves dynamically. If you need to change lanes or join the flow, then there will be no problems with this. And on the highway, overtaking loaded trucks goes with an impressive margin.

What about the price? As mentioned earlier, “B6” has not been produced for 7 years. But there are a lot of advertisements for the sale of used versions.

For example, a 2010 model with a 1.8-liter 152-horsepower engine and an automatic transmission mid-spec will cost about 450-500 thousand rubles. The mileage will be about 120,000 km.

Prices for models of earlier years of production start at 250,000 rubles. When purchasing, it is important to look at the condition of the car. In general, it is better to pay attention to more expensive models. It is advisable to overpay for quality at the acquisition stage, rather than then invest impressive sums in correcting deficiencies that were not identified during the inspection of the car.

Good afternoon, in this material I will try to give the most objective information about the Passat B6 car, but rather it will be instructions for choosing a used car for purchase. This is also a review about my car specifically...

So, let's begin. This means that the car consists of several main components and assemblies that are, to one degree or another, subject to wear: 1 is the body, 2 is the engine, 3 is the gearbox, 4 is the chassis, 5 is the brake, 6 electrical system. Even though the body is a Passat, regardless of its type and country of manufacture, it rusts quite intensively. In a sedan, you should pay attention to the doorways, where the bumpers meet the fenders, around the windshield, the trunk lid, and the internal cavities of the trunk lid and doors. There's rust everywhere in my car. The car is not drowned and not beaten. I'll add the bottom to this. Objectively, I will say this - the body is frankly weak, there is no need to harbor illusions: they say the Passat is 2008, which means everything will be fine. We add a rear cover to the station wagon body; when I was looking for a car, the station wagons were all openly rotten.

The engine is a very interesting topic. Of course, they are all very economical and powerful, but I would like to talk about the shortcomings, because we are considering a used car and in case of a breakdown you will have to solve the whole problem yourself. Let's go into more detail here.

This means gasoline: there are several types of engines. The first 1.4 TSI - oil burnt, problems with the turbine, very unreliable, real resource 150,000-200,000 km, no matter what anyone says. The worst problem is the timing chain. The most popular contract engine - the same problems and 1.8 TSI, they were good while they were under warranty, then it turned into a crap. The 2.0 TFSI is also not very reliable and consumes liters of oil, just think - 1 liter per thousand! This is absurd! IN best case scenario the most acceptable is 1.6 MPI, but it doesn’t go, it really doesn’t go...

Diesels. It's not so simple with them either. So I’ll tell you about those with whom I dealt. The 1.9 TDI has a factory defect - problems with pump-injectors break the sockets and hello heads, we learned how to make injectors too, but on huge runs the guard will pull out the money. To this we add the rotation of the liners - it is at 1.9 that the sore occurs. 2.0 TDI 142 hp Since 2008, they began to install nasosphosuncapiezo and the problem with breaking was solved, but a new one appeared - the injectors themselves with the H index at the end of the number flew shamelessly, then they changed to C as part of a promotion and the problem was solved. In addition, it is necessary to monitor the hexagon of the pump oil and it is advisable to change it with each timing belt replacement. Yes, there is a 2.0 TDI 170 hp engine. BMR So there are always problems with the cylinder head, cracks, without exception, the turbines are basically without problems. The rest is not a problem at the moment, I mean the soot valve of the games, everything is cut out and cleaned.

Personally, I have a BKP engine. By the way, engines with piezoelectric forces went without particulate filter From the factory in 2009 they began installing common rail. I won’t say about it, I don’t know, but everyone praises it.

I’ll share one case: one car arrived for diagnostics, the check light came on, and it showed that two injectors had exceeded the positive correction limit. They removed the forces, took them for repairs, installed them - the result was the same. As a result, there was simply no compression in these cylinders, this is a note for those who understand.

Box. Here everything has long been clear: any DSG is rubbish. The 5-speed manual is fine, the 6-speed is even better. The clutch - you need to understand that this is a consumable, replacing it yourself is not a problem, I, not knowing how to do it, replaced it in 5 hours. Regarding the kits themselves, I’ll say this: they come with a sunroof from the factory, but there are a lot of fakes. Saks is a normal company, Valeo is single-mass - it will fall apart before 60,000 km, tested.

Chassis. Everything here is simple and, in principle, reliable. Weak spots - rear silent blocks front control arms, suitable from an Audi A3 and a stabilizer bar in front of the rear, but they are also cheap. The main hemorrhoids that you may encounter are the bolts that secure the rear silent blocks of the front control arms. If you haven't turned them for a long time, they can break and then you may have to replace the subframe.

Steering rack. It can also bring surprises, but as a rule it is a consumable.

Now let's touch brake system. The weakest point is rear calipers and the handbrake button is repairable, but there is no caliper and the whole reason for their failure is the material from which it is made, and it is made of silumin, a kind of aluminum, which is why it oxidizes, swells and ruptures the handbrake motor housing and removes it out of service. If this happens, then it is more advisable to replace them with calipers from the Passat B7, these are made of cast iron, and even galvanized. Will still need to be replaced and brake hoses in B7 they are different.

The electrics are generally reliable; I can’t say that I have ever encountered repairs. Climate control deserves special attention, and more specifically, the damper servomotors begin to fail over time. There is a lot of information on this topic on the net about cleaning and adaptation, but the whole point is that in order to remove them you need to disassemble a lot of things. In short, you'll end up dead. Perhaps I’ll mention one more climate control area - the interior heater radiator: no, it’s not leaking, it’s clogged. It is determined this way - the driver's side warms up with the passenger side no, it can be changed easily, the dashboard does not need to be disassembled.

Somehow like this. It’s a car that you need to gradually delve into, there are a lot of consumables, in fact, everything I described is consumables. The choice is still yours. All of the above is the result of ownership for two years.

Advantages of the car

Appearance, dynamics, consumption, comfort.

Disadvantages of the car

After 100,000 km there is a lot of trouble, expensive spare parts.

General impression

Buy it, try it for yourself and leave a follow-up review.

The VW Passat B6 model can hardly be called old, because it was produced from 2005 to 2010. Based on reviews from owners, let us consider in detail the advantages and disadvantages of a used car at secondary market, so to speak, let’s wash all the bones and conclude that it is important to take into account, if you want to buy a used Volkswagen Passat B6, what typical faults are found on used Passat B6 sedans and station wagons.

At all times Volkswagen cars were among the best and most popular in the world. Their most important advantage is high reliability and real German quality assemblies. However, not everyone can afford to buy a brand new Passat. That is why car enthusiasts in Russia, and probably in many other countries around the world, are showing tangible interest in the used car market, in which sedans and station wagons (petrol and diesel) Volkswagen Passat Used B6s are rated quite well, as is the predecessor of the Volkswagen Passat B5.

TDI FSI TFSI engines for used Passat B6, reviews

The heart of a car is perhaps the most important indicator for a true motorist. What are the most popular options, and why are they good/bad?

Engine Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 FSI - according to reviews, naturally aspirated 2.0-liter engines produced before 2007 are considered not the best option among the Passats. They often have the following problems that require repairs or reconfigurations:

• difficult start in frosty weather(which, however, can be solved by reconfiguring the ECU);
• although for the Passat B6 2.0 FSI the manufacturer promises 90 thousand kilometers without replacing the timing belt, the timing belt is subject to increased wear, and in reality problems may arise after 60 thousand;
• It is very likely that the corrugations on the exhaust system will break.

Passat B6 2.0 TFSI engine - according to reviews, the turbocharged version of the 2.0 engine is more suitable for power lovers, because the acceleration dynamics are excellent: from 0 to 100 in just 7.6 seconds! Yes, but this is also a minus at the same time, because the previous owner could have rolled the engine decently. The 2.0 TFSI did not find any other characteristic weaknesses.

The 1.8 TFSI engine has appeared in the range of engines for the model since about 2008. Spotted with him more problems:

• With higher mileage they start to malfunction solenoid valves turbines;
• breakdown of the high pressure pump;
• somewhere around 60 thousand the intake manifold will need to be replaced;
• The timing belt will completely become unusable and stretch due to wear on the hydraulic tensioner.

The most powerful engine is 3.2 FSI. Passat B6 with FSI except the obvious huge expense, as a rule, is susceptible to the same ailments as its weaker brothers (problems with the timing belt and hydraulic tensioner). TO common problems Some of the above power plant options (specifically FSI) should be attributed to the problem in the form of a failure of the ignition coils to operate.

Reviews of the Volkswagen Passat B6 diesel (1.6, 1.9, 2.0 TDI) allow us to conclude that among diesel engines, for those wishing to buy a used car, it is better to choose engines equipped with the Common Rail system (manufactured since 2008). Older engines with pump injectors are very sensitive to diesel fuel Low quality, which, as a rule, “die” by 100 thousand mileage.

Drive for Volkswagen Passat B6 with mileage, reviews

Almost all Passat B6 models have front-wheel drive. However, if you wish, you can find a used car with 4Motion all-wheel drive. The system was significantly improved and the mechanical differential was replaced by a Haldex clutch. According to owner reviews, four-wheel drive Passat B6 (4Motion) is an excellent system that does not have any particular disadvantages. In normal mode, it supplies 100% of the torque to the front axle, and if the front wheels of the car lose traction, the distribution occurs equally on both axles.

Manual and automatic transmissions for used Volkswagen Passat B6, reviews

There are three different transmission options for the Passat B6.

The mechanics on the Passat B6 (especially if a manual transmission is paired with a diesel engine) wear out quickly and the dual-mass flywheel becomes unusable (it becomes clear when uncharacteristic knocking noises appear when starting off). In cars manufactured from 2008, gears or 1st speed synchronizer sometimes break.

Reviews of the Volkswagen Passat B6 automatic indicate that the Tiptronic automatic transmission in used cars often suffers due to rapid wear valve blocks responsible for the transition from one gear to another. The car appears to jerk.

Robotic DSG gearbox on Passat B6 - the robot suffers due to problems with the mechatronics unit (with high mileage). Often the entire unit needs to be replaced, but sometimes reconfiguration helps.

Front and rear suspension of Passat B6 with mileage

When choosing a used Passat B6, you need to carefully examine the front and rear suspension, which will tell you about real mileage cars. In the front suspension, at the turn of 50-60 thousand km, the silent blocks of the front levers wear out first; by 100 thousand km, as a rule, the stabilizer struts become unusable, and by 120 thousand, the silent blocks of the subframe. The most durable parts in the front suspension are ball joints, which can last 200 thousand or more.
The rear suspension on the Passat B6 is more durable and reliable. The camber arms will have to be replaced first at 80-100 thousand km, then at a mileage of 100-120 thousand km the stabilizer link will need to be replaced. The remaining elements of the rear suspension will require attention after 200 thousand.

Steering rack for Passat B6 with mileage

All VW Passat cars are equipped with electric power steering. On models that went on sale before 2008, a problem often appears: the rack bushings wore out too much by 70-90 thousand km. This resulted in a strange knocking sound from the rack when driving over uneven sections of the road surface. After 2008, the problem was eliminated by reworking the entire unit.

Electric handbrake Passat B6 with mileage

Perhaps, this part is a kind of Achilles heel of the Passat B6 (i.e. weak point). The button that controls the mechanism often does not work. IN in rare cases There is a problem with the electric drives themselves.

Disadvantages of Volkswagen Passat B6 with mileage, reviews:

• The first and most important disadvantage is that the market average price is inflated, as for a used car. Yes, this is business class, yes it is real German, but still not new...
• Problems with electronics (radio tape recorder, engine start button, electric handbrake, air conditioning controls, etc.).
• Slight rust in chipped areas.
• The slightly raised rear makes parking difficult, especially if you've never driven a bulky sedan or station wagon before.
• Problems with timing belt, hydraulic tensioners and intake system corrugations.
• Expensive body and interior parts.
• Rapid failure of silent blocks (especially in the front).
• High pressure pump failure.

Advantages of the car:

• The machine is practically not subject to corrosion, body parts change only after the most difficult operating conditions of the sedan.
• Security is high. At one time it received 5/5 stars from Euro NCAP.
• The finishing materials are top notch, because this is German business class.
• Comfortable seats, excellent lateral support, wide range of adjustment.
• Huge selection power plants, from diesels to turbocharged aspirated ones.
• A big plus is the availability of models with all-wheel drive.
• High controllability and stability on the road.
• Rich equipment.
• Durable rear suspension.

At all times, Volkswagen cars have been among the best and most popular in the world. Their most important advantage is high reliability and true German build quality. However, not everyone can afford to buy a brand new Passat. That is why car enthusiasts in Russia, and probably in many other countries around the world, are showing a tangible interest in the used car market, where sedans and station wagons (petrol and diesel) Volkswagen Passat B6 with mileage are quoted quite well, just like its predecessor Volkswagen Passat B5.

Short story

The most striking innovations that manufacturers have introduced into the design can be seen when comparing the sixth version with the fifth. The new Passat B6 model was presented to the general public at the beginning of 2005. It replaced the already outdated fifth series of the popular brand. Manufacturers of the new car presented their consumers with the capabilities of the new model. Compared to the previous version, the Passat B6 body has new, more modern lines. Manufacturers pleased wide range engines and a comfortable interior. The sixth series of the model was produced until 2010.

The new Volkswagen Passat B6 did not disappoint its fans this time either; following the fifth series, the car broke sales records all over the world. More than two million cars were produced at Volkswagen factories in just five years. This indicates the great popularity of the WV Passat B6 model among car enthusiasts. But these numbers are understandable. After all, the products German concern is of high quality. Cars are designed for a wide range of consumers and therefore not only satisfy all the basic needs of motorists, but also meet all established requirements regarding safety. Undoubtedly, buyers are attracted by appearance cars. Clarity and precision of lines is what distinguishes the exterior of the Passat models.

Innovations

In 2009, manufacturers decided to update their model using light cosmetic restyling. A new one was released that same year sports model Passat B6 R36. Here is a list of modifications: lowered ground clearance; sports tuning; engine that has a power of 300 hp. With.; extra box double clutch gears.

Reliable body

A special feature of the Volkswagen Passat is that the body, whether of older generations or newer ones, is durable and has very high corrosion resistance. Of course, galvanization is used here. You rarely see rust on the body, which means that paintwork also very strong. The only thing that can show age over time is the radiator grille, made of chrome, as well as moldings; they especially age if the car is often driven on salty roads in winter.

There are many sedan and station wagon cars on the market. There are about 40% station wagons, they are convenient for transportation thanks to large trunk 1731 liters if lowered back row seats. The price for station wagons is about the same as for sedans.

Internal electrical

Although externally the car is made to the proper level, inside the electrician can create some difficulties for its owners after several years of operation. For example, after about 6 years, heated seats and their electrical adjustment, door locks and other small things may fail. It happens that The turning mechanism on the headlights gets stuck, which is why the adaptive headlights will simply shine at one point. But if it fails electronic locking steering wheel, which locks the steering wheel and refuses to unlock it, then you will have to change the entire unit, the price of which is 450 euros.

When buying a used Passat, you need to carefully check the climate control; if it has any glitches, or the temperature is not displayed accurately, then you may soon have to change the air duct dampers, each of which costs about 100 euros. These flaps are located inside the front panel of the servos. After 80 thousand kilometers, the heater motors may begin to squeak; by the way, they were usually replaced under warranty. Cars of early years suffered from the fact that their compressor was extremely unreliable and required replacement, and this was minus 500 euros from the personal budget.

EnginesPassat B6

The choice of engines for the B6 is excellent and wide . Manufacturers have stocked up quite a large number of engines for the Passat, and each of the variations is familiar to ordinary people from the VW Golf, but the priorities here are set completely differently. And all this because the car is 140-220 kg heavier than the Golf.

The 1.6 engine with a power of 102 hp turned out to be not very popular for the B6. This is due to the fact that the dynamics of a heavy station wagon clearly fall short even to the usual comfortable level. And the only thing that helps such a car is its low cost and low cost. repair work. This model requires heavier and more powerful motors .

The popularity of the car was not at all overshadowed by the rapid identification of shortcomings in current engines. For example, the optimal naturally aspirated 2.0 FSI engine could become capricious and not start during light frosts, and also did not please its owners at all with its considerable lubricant consumption and not the most reliable fuel equipment. And the 1.4 TSI engine, which at first glance seemed very economical and powerful, turned out to be quite problematic and complex, not having the most reliable chain, turbocharging system and fuel equipment. The rather weak 1.6 FSI, fortunately, is not found in Russia, since its dynamics are no better than those of the 1.6 with eight valves.

More reliable motors forPassat B6

Reliable and powerful 1.8 engines “saved” the reputation TSI and 2.0 TSI . They turned out to be the strongest and most trouble-free. It is these mechanisms that have gained the greatest popularity on the Russian car market among all other modifications. Unfortunately, even the V-shaped 3.6 FSI and 3.2 FSI could not please us with the absence of problems. The problems are basically the same as with the above motors. 3.6 FSI can also upset you with other problems that relate to the mechanical part. It is also necessary to take into account that station wagons with these engines are purchased on the condition that they will be used for driving fast with the appropriate degree of wear.

Experts and buyers brought the most positive news after test drives diesel engines, for example, 1.9 TDI, which has a power of 140 hp. With such engines, the car cannot please with racing dynamics, but at the same time this car cannot be considered a slow-moving one. Also, such an “engine” has very low fuel consumption and much more high reliability than their gasoline counterparts.

It’s a pity that you can’t buy a 1.6 turbodiesel in Russia, since it hasn’t earned any more or less negative reviews. But the most serious and powerful diesel engine from the BMR series, which has 170 hp, unfortunately, was a little disappointing, because it has problems with the turbine and fuel equipment. This engine has an adjustable nozzle apparatus, in which any undetected error can lead to breakdown of the piston group - after all, there is a very high degree of boost here.

Transmission FeaturesB6

Boxes DSG have become very unpleasant surprises . The appearance of the Passat B6 dates back to 2005, since then this model has become the first to use DSG-7 engines. And they installed the box on the less popular 1.4 and 1.8 TSI engines. And then the result did not take long to arrive.

Those drivers who became owners of the first Passats went through all the “circles of hell” with such problems as replacing assembled gearboxes and replacing clutches. The first parts from DSG were quite simple and unreliable, despite the fact that they received quite flattering positive reviews about himself in the press, where his smoothness and excellent dynamics. In traffic jams, these boxes irritated with their jerking, and drivers also did not have much joy from regular breakdowns of the clutch and other components.

But it’s good that by that time the six-speed DSG, which had an oil-bath clutch, was perfectly tuned and did not deliver serious problems to their owners. But even here there was a fly in the ointment - failures software and problems with the mechatronics unit were able to give this box an unflattering reputation. Such robots were previously installed on station wagons that had two-liter engines, as well as on diesel engines.

Volkswagen specialists quickly corrected their own mistakes. And a conventional six-speed hydromechanical automatic was born, which actually had no flaws.

Interior.

If we put aside all the emotions associated with Volkswagen, how prestigious car, then the B6 appears as something average in its segment, with the exception of space, spacious trunk and high quality interior finishing. The interior looks good even after 200,000 km.

The trunk is simply huge - 565 liters.

The equipment, although rich, does not go far beyond the standards accepted in the class. Already in the basic Trendline configuration, the Passat has 10 airbags, climate control, while the Highline has leather seats with Alcantara and a more advanced air conditioning system Climatronic. There are often examples with an RNS satellite navigation system and a multifunctional steering wheel.

The overall level of comfort is good, but there are better offers on the market, such as the Citroen C5. And if someone needs a car with plenty of space in the second row, then you can choose Ford Mondeo or Skoda Superb. Unfortunately, the issue of prestige of owning a Passat B6 also affects the price of the car, raising the bar too high.

DISADVANTAGES OF USED VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT B6, REVIEWS:

• The first and most important disadvantage is that the market average price is inflated, as for a used car. Yes, this is business class, yes it is real German, but still not new...
• Problems with electronics (radio tape recorder, engine start button, electric handbrake, air conditioning controls, etc.).
• Slight rust in chipped areas.
• The slightly raised rear makes parking difficult, especially if you've never driven a bulky sedan or station wagon before.
• Problems with timing belt, hydraulic tensioners and intake system corrugations.
• Expensive body and interior parts.
• Rapid failure of silent blocks (especially in the front).
• High pressure pump failure.

ADVANTAGES OF THE CAR:

• The car is practically not subject to corrosion; body parts are changed only after the most difficult operating conditions of the sedan.
• Security is high. At one time it received 5/5 stars from Euro NCAP.
• The finishing materials are top notch, because this is German business class.
• Comfortable seats, excellent lateral support, wide range of adjustment.
• A huge selection of power plants, from diesels to turbocharged aspirated ones.
• A big plus is the availability of models with all-wheel drive.
• High controllability and stability on the road.
• Rich equipment.
• Durable rear suspension.

How much does the sixth model cost?

In Russia, the Passat B6 is equipped with a Trendline configuration with power unit a volume of 1.4 liters can be purchased for 400,000 rubles. Full assembly With the most powerful engine and all-wheel drive option on Russian market will cost around 1,300,000 rubles. These are prices for 2013. The difference in price between a sedan and Passat station wagon B6 - about $15,000. That is basic model with the required minimum it will cost $26,000, and the most expensive configuration will cost the buyer $33,000. A very good price for a good and high-quality station wagon. Along with technical characteristics It is the cost that makes the model so popular among car owners.

Conclusion.

One thing undoubtedly unites B5 and B6 - a huge number of offers on the market, which, however, does not make it easier to choose a worthwhile copy. In the case of B6, things are even worse. When purchasing a cheaper B5, no one expects its excellent condition. When buying an expensive B6, car enthusiasts believe that they are buying a younger car, which means it shouldn’t cause any trouble. But there are often cases when in reality the B6 has already covered more than 200-300 thousand km, and the seller simply prepared it very well for sale. This is especially true for cars from Europe: many of them worked in cheap taxis, but after a whole arsenal of magical rejuvenation methods they began to look like fresh copies.

Test drive: Video

Cars of the German concern Volkswagen long time remain popular in the secondary market. Until today, vehicles with a large age enjoy a certain rating in our country. The sixth generation Passat has not aged much, the car looks quite attractive and has quite modern technology. Of course, this is far from perfect car, and today we will tell you about all the surprises and possible troubles that await the owner of this car. However, this is a German car, which has a beautiful body, well designed technical part, and also provides incredible comfort of traveling by car. The Passat B6 is the dream of many potential car owners who want to purchase a reliable European car with good data in all respects. But do not forget that this car is already old, and you need to choose it very carefully.

There are many legends, both positive and negative, about this generation of Passat. Some experts say that this is one of the best generations of the corporation, while others argue that buying this car will not bring joy to the future owner. Both one side and the other have reasons and evidence. A used sedan turns out to be quite a controversial purchase, especially if you don't look too closely at the car when choosing. Quite often on the market you can find poorly restored after accidents or simply very worn out versions of equipment. Such a car will not bring you positive emotions and is unlikely to become the favorite vehicle in the family. Therefore, it is important to choose the right machine so as not to get into trouble in its operation in the future. Let's look at some important points purchases of this particular generation of Passat.

The main advantages of the car - briefly about the important

Appearance could be considered an advantage a few years ago. Today, the B6 generation looks quite mature, is unlikely to appeal to young people and does not cause much excitement when encountered on the road. However, the classic features will remain worthy for a long period of time, so this purchase will not be an unpleasant investment Money. The benefits are hidden inside the car, where the driver and passengers will find the following important features:

• seats with incredible comfort, which is not found in many new cars, very well thought out shape of the backrest and cushion, convenient size and good spectrum settings;
• excellent location of controls, it will not be difficult to get comfortable behind the wheel, you can position yourself so that you can see the road perfectly and not get tired on a long trip;
• plastics are expensive, all materials are soft and durable, nothing wears out or deteriorates prematurely, there are expensive finishes and decorative inserts with good reliability;
• The equipment in the car is excellent, even basic versions they turn out to be quite adequate in equipment, the cabin has everything to make you feel completely comfortable;
• This is a D-class sedan, and the comfort of its movement will leave only positive emotions; it is worth remembering the indestructible suspension, excellent steering system and high endurance.

All suspension parts last for many years, there is no need to constantly go for service. Repairs up to 200,000 km may include replacement of silent blocks and some work on steering gear boots. Otherwise, the suspension and handling of the car do not require attention. But in the most important technical units everything is not as colorful as we would like. The issue of insufficient quality remains relevant for many versions of this car. Let's look at this in more detail.

Engines - which engine to choose for the Passat B6?

The range of engines on this model is simply incredibly wide. It makes no sense to list all the engines; today we will talk only about the most attractive and most problematic options. Became popular gasoline units, and diesels were deprived of attention Russian buyers, and very in vain. They may be sensitive to fuel quality, but without problems they can last up to 300,000 km without repairs. Otherwise, the following problems may arise with the units:

• the basic naturally aspirated engine of 1.6 liters and 102 horsepower is excellent in everything except acceleration of 12.9 seconds to 100 km/h, this is the engine you should take if you need German reliability;
• the 1.8 TSI turbocharged engine had several versions on this car, the engine is characterized by problematic timing parts and issues with the turbine, and is also very sensitive to gasoline;
• 2-liter turbocharged units are rare, as they were quite expensive, but they demonstrate quite combat endurance in Russian conditions, despite the turbines;
• on later versions they also installed the 1.4 TSI with 122 horses, which did not work well on the Passat; it is worth buying only with a mileage of up to 100,000 km;
• 2.0 diesel units do an excellent job of their duties, but they break down very actively if you flood them low quality fuel, so you have to be careful.

The most popular engines are 1.8 TSI. It was with them that the owners suffered a lot of problems. After 100,000 km, problems with the timing belt begin, the chain needs to be changed, and if it comes off, then the entire cylinder head must be replaced. The pump fails ahead of schedule replacement, the turbine itself lasts about 100,000 km, which is incredibly short for such an expensive element of the engine system. These were not the most successful engines, but they turned out to be the most popular in their segment.

Gearboxes and other equipment - what to look for in a Passat?

Of course, for cars produced in 2006-2010, you should only choose manual box transmission In the history of the car there were also traditional automatic transmissions with a torque converter, which worked well. But they are a minority. Mainly with TSI engines were installed robotic boxes DSG, which serve very poorly on this generation of cars. Most owners have encountered problems at least once during their ownership period. expensive repairs such a box. Pay attention to the following features:

• The DSG robotic gearbox saves you money on fuel; with it, the engine even consumes less fuel than when operating a manual transmission with economical driving;
• robot design during times Passat release B6 was changed several times, and in later versions it was more or less normal, but there were a lot of problems present initially;
• This unit can only be repaired in some cases; most often, a unit replacement will be required, and new robot it is simply incredibly expensive, so this is a tangible problem;
• maintenance requirements are high, but even constant compliance with the regulations will not insure you against unit breakdowns; operation must be as careful as possible;
• There are problems in other machines too, so the best solution when buying a used VW Passat it will be exactly manual transmission, there are no problems with it at all.

Automation in the gearbox system causes a lot of trouble. But the biggest costs will have to be incurred if the aggregate part breaks down. Before purchasing, it is recommended to perform a full diagnostics of the machine to find out weak spots and demand a significant discount from the owner as insurance against gearbox failure. People who understand the specifics of robotic gearboxes will never buy robot DSG with significant mileage and 8-10 years of experience in Russian conditions.

What else should you pay attention to when buying a Passat?

This car will help you get a completely adequate quality of movement. But there are a lot of offers on the market with huge mileage. At one time, cars were bought for commercial purposes, for daily out-of-town trips. Therefore, many owners for more profitable sale twist the mileage. Pay attention to this, take the car to computer diagnostics and find out real indicators mileage The following selection details are also important:

• in the presence of service book be sure to read it, look at the types of fill technical fluids, evaluate the condition of these fluids on the dipsticks to ensure the quality of maintenance;
• the suspension should be examined carefully, since even replacing the silent block will be a big nuisance for your pocket; for these little things you should take a discount from the car seller;
• the body is almost always intact and free of rust, if the car did not have an accident, but with handicraft repairs, body parts quickly begin to show problems with corrosion;
• high mileage will definitely affect the paintwork - by 200,000 km numerous paint chips appear, the surface is rubbed down and no longer looks attractive, like in a car showroom;
• the condition of the interior parts can show you all the necessary features of the car's operation, as well as tell you about the actual mileage, so you should definitely take a close look at the details.

For example, if the leather steering wheel is very worn, this indicates a significant mileage of the car. Also, the gearshift knob wears out only after 200,000 km. Scratches and abrasions on the plastic may indicate less than careful use of the machine. There are quite a lot of nuances, and they are definitely worth taking into account. If you pay attention to such little things, you can save your budget when buying this car.

We invite you to watch a video with the features of choosing a Volkswagen Passat B6 on the secondary market:

Let's sum it up

Cars with good quality and significant technical advantages are not always available on the used car market. VW Passat - recognized leader segment D, this is an excellent business sedan that offers comfortable trip and very high quality equipment. But there are a lot of minor troubles that become obvious with age. Therefore, when purchasing such a car, you should be very careful about important technical details. The choice is not the most the best engine can cause very high car costs in the future.

Please pay Special attention specifically on the engine and gearbox. The simpler they are, the greater the chance that you won't have to make expensive repairs. 1.6 MPI and 6MT gearbox are the best you can choose for this car. However, you can take a risk and buy a car with a turbocharged engine, receiving even more advantages in the form of dynamics, excellent fuel consumption, and amazing speed limits. You should be wary of automatic DSG boxes With high mileage, as well as cars on which the kilometer counter is twisted. What do you think about the German legendary Passat cars B6?