Quality has seldom been an issue with Volkswagen products, and it isn't here. The Passat is beautifully assembled from materials as good as, or better than, class norms. The only potential stumbling block to its success is the window sticker,
but closer inspection reveals base prices aren't the whole story: At a glance, the Volkswagen Passat seems more expensive than some of its rivals, but their advantage quickly vanishes when comparisons are made between similarly equipped examples.
Well built, fun to drive, economical, comfortable and carrying a long list of standard safety and convenience features, the stylish new Passat is highly recommended.