Is NOW the time to BUY a 2020 VW Passat before it's DISCONTINUED?

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3 жыл бұрын

The Passat has been in VW's lineup for many years. On the outside of this midsize sedan you will find a reworked grill, wheels, and rear bumper. On the inside you will find some new changes to the interior. Under the hood is a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 producing 174HP & is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Is NOW the time to BUY a 2020 VW Passat before it's DISCONTINUED
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@autonewstv86 3 жыл бұрын

*That's a nice car! Understated, grown up looking interior. This definitely isn't a teenager's car.*

@jimmypena2442 3 жыл бұрын

Not a fan of VW interiors but this one is definitely properly subtle and clean.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you Jimmy!

@shanearnold1999 3 жыл бұрын

For some reason I just don't understand why the SEL Edition is faster than the r-line which is The Sportier version of The 2020 Volkswagen Passat Which I currently Drive

@Someone-cw9jj 3 жыл бұрын

Lol bought it while I was a teenager

@chayotinramirez6113 3 жыл бұрын

i like how he talks about every single detail that the car has on the outside, not like some other people that will only talk about the rims details, headlights, or the engine if its a v4 or v6 or sometimes just talk about the inside of the car. good job my guy this videos is very helpful to people that wanna buy a car like this.

@ralphbernard3908 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2020 Passat SE about 2 months ago. These are the features I like. No engine auto stop start feature. A torque converter automatic 6 speed transmission. A comfortable, quiet ride. Lots of interior room. That big car feel. Clean exterior and interior design. Good safety features. My insurance bill actually went down $10 a month because of the safety features! I paid $6000 less than sticker price. Dislikes? No CD player. I get about 36mpg on the highway. All in all it's just what I wanted.

@lordkent8143 3 жыл бұрын

I like the exterior but the Passat still has a late 2000s interior and engine 😅.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

So true about that.

@norosesnoskiesxx 3 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides wish this Passat went to the new platform the Jetta’s are on

@roberthastings5442 2 жыл бұрын

I kind of like that about it 😅

@vs1517 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2016 model and I love it! It's roomy, comfortable, and great on gas. I regularly average around 28-30 mpg in the city and it has no problem breaking 40 mpg on the highway, highest I've seen it is 41.5! The 1.8T has great get up and go for what it is too, overall love the car and definitely think it is underrated.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks sharing that great input and perspective!

@Paj3Ron 3 жыл бұрын

You work so hard. Keep up the great reviews. Shout out from Jamaica 🇯🇲🇯🇲

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ronji! That really means so much!

@Nestle245 3 жыл бұрын

These actually look really nice on the road especially at nighttime. Looks like a cheaper Audi A6.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that Ness!

@2004cyrus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ness! You have a point

@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName 3 жыл бұрын

Well that’s expected since Audi is Volkswagen after all...

@drewski1441 3 жыл бұрын

So is Lamborghini and Bugatti a lot of people don't know that.

@Vonny707 3 жыл бұрын

Just got mines on Saturday and I love it! The video helped a lot going into my test drive and purchase 🙏🏾

@abimaelcortes5019 3 жыл бұрын

Hey joe I can see you never rest, happy thanksgiving 🍁!!!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend! Same to you and yours!

@toreall101 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought a 2021 Passat R-line and I highly recommend. Having had both a Camry SE and Maxima before, I can definitely say it’s my favorite one yet. The subtle, yet aggressive exterior with the understated, yet classy interior is the perfect blend. Definitely one of the more underrated cars on the market today.

@Saturdayz_In_The_Fall 3 жыл бұрын

VW designers have been doing their thing the last few years. Their sedans are getting more and more attractive. This car is a great every day commuter.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share this one with you!

@2004cyrus 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure what anyone else thinks but I’m ready to see manufacturers use less chrome and use more of a bruised or matte silver or black. Something else! Nice car and nice review Joe thanks for bringing us along for this ride! Thanks Lori, and Victor too! Great work and thanks for keeping us informed/entertained during these unusual times! Your passion for automobiles always shines thru Joe!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joshua! That is a very good idea. I appreciate you saying that and I am so thankful you are part of the Raiti's Rides family!

@martinn4186 3 жыл бұрын

The best thing about the light refresh is that my 2014 Passat with 105k miles still looks like a new car! Other than routine maintenance plus new tires at 80k I have not spent any money on it; I still even have the original rotors and brake pads. I recommend driving it in “Sport” all the time.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Martin for sharing that input from your ownership!

@joseguerrero1875 2 жыл бұрын

Very reliable it’s more reliable than my Honda Accord

@bobby9882 3 жыл бұрын

Great review Joe. Happy Thanksgiving to you & your family!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend! Same to you and yours!

@amertvyy 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2014 SEL Premium and it's pretty much the same as this one... and I love it 😀

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great input from your ownership experience!

@dhruvasingu2895 3 жыл бұрын

Ohh just 1000 more to 400k subscribers congrats joe, I have been a subscriber since 150k

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for having my back and being part of the Raiti's Rides family!

@CarringtonHollister 3 жыл бұрын

R.I.P Volkswagen Passat (1970-2020) 😭😭😭 gone but not forgotten

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

It's crazy!

@movaemo.4098 3 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides why is the vehicle being discontinued? 😭

@2004cyrus 3 жыл бұрын

@@movaemo.4098 VE needs Mo sales Mo Mo

@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName 3 жыл бұрын

Yet you have a Nissan Altima as your profile pic lol

@ProblematicAraaB 3 жыл бұрын

I believe 2023 is the last year

@LeadfootLou 3 жыл бұрын

Great review!!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

You are the man!

@whitneyfan9019 2 жыл бұрын

I still have my 2016 r line. I still love it. I love how spacious these cars are. This nice model is very nice as well.

@JamieToddBand 3 жыл бұрын

We just bought a new leftover '19 Golf Sportwagen. Wait until 2021 for a good deal on a new '20 Passat. The Passat actually feels more expensive than it is, when you're inside. Strong competition from the other brands though. Another fun review, thanks!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jamie for letting me share it with you!

@23Piccolina 3 жыл бұрын

These are great sedans. I had a 2016 lease, enjoyed it; very reliable and it got great gas mileage. Turned it in for a Jetta, only because the Jetta lease was a lot less per month! LOL! ( the wife drives the Jetta but I still have my Alfa Romeo)

@jacobyaugust3786 2 жыл бұрын

I love me the Passat it even has that smart park feature and standard driving assistance so I’ll most definitely look into buying one

@cornerofthemoon 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2020 Passat R-line a few months ago. Wish it had a little more power but overall very happy with my decision. I also have a Beetle so soon I'll have two VW's that are RIP.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing the input from your experience!

@donaldzuramp4404 3 жыл бұрын

Happy thanksgiving Joe!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for saying that! Same to you!

@ralphbernard3908 3 жыл бұрын

Than you for doing this 2020 Volkswagen Passat review. It is the best review for this car that I have seen. To be sure, this car is not for everyone. A "niche market" competitor at best. But as always, a "perfect fit" for some. (Like me!) Thanks for a very fair assessment of the plusses and minuses.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

You are so very welcome Ralph!

@TheBreakfastLover 3 жыл бұрын

Sad to see so many great sedans get discontinued. Not surprised though, everyone's buying SUV's these days.

@yes8032 3 жыл бұрын

I’ll never buy an suv over a sedan I love sedans

@ahsanmalik1013 3 жыл бұрын

SUV makes more sense when you have kids with car seats on. For single or small family, compact sedan is all you need and mid size sedan cannot match the practicality of SUV no matter what.

@baronvonjo1929 3 жыл бұрын

@@ahsanmalik1013 I made the decision to get a sedan for my first car. I grew up with SUVs. I got a 2013 Camry. It handles completely different than anything we have had in a long time. My first car was a 2000 4Runner that me and my twin shared. It has plenty of room. And we even took it on a 10 hour trip too flordia for a cruise. That's where I think everyone was impressed with it. We barely got everything to fit in the trunk and me and my mom were comfortable the entire time in the back. My dad and brother rlive driving it and my dad says it's a sports car. Cause it doe look sport as it came with the sporty trim body kit. black rims, and tinted windows. We all know it's not. I do enjoy it but I now have a lot of money from my job and can plan on staying with me parents for a while and have a great relationship with them. So I'm thinking about giving up on the camry for a Rav4 or 4runner. I hate the trunk and I hate the lack of ground clearnce. A CUV or SUV is so much better. I completely understand why people dont buy them as much. The splash shield under my camry just got ripped off and I was furious. Told my dad this is why people dont like sedans. Still dont know what ripped it off.

@ahsanmalik1013 3 жыл бұрын

@@baronvonjo1929 My Jetta drives much better than Atlas but Atlas is so roomy and so practical and even Passat won’t cut it anymore as you highlight the reason why sedan can never match the practicality of SUV. I am surprised that sedan managed to outsell wagon for decades even though wagon offers SUV like practicality and are now losing to SUV and all types of crossovers wagon-alike.

@baronvonjo1929 3 жыл бұрын

@@ahsanmalik1013 I have just mostly grown up in the CUV world. So it hard to believe at one point sedans were so popular. Not even a hatch back. I dont understand why people chose sedans over wagons or hatches. But I wasn't even alive so what do I know.

@mrchris7277 3 жыл бұрын

I've got a 2017 passat sel and its the best car I've ever had

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your input from your experience!

@kirk22221 3 жыл бұрын

I have a black with beige int 2017 sel. The car is loaded with features. I agree.

@AnonNotAnonymous 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2020 Passat SE after watching this video. Had been looking at several cars but wife and I liked the Passat and price it was at here in NOLA. Wanted the R-Line but dealer wasn’t trying to work on it. Only the SEL Jetta and we wanted more backseat room for our giant 3 year old 😂. Went across the lake and got the SE from another dealer willing to work a deal on it.

@raymondku7811 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Thanksgiving Joe!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Raymond!

@frankvilla3622 3 жыл бұрын

Joe VW is definitely going the right direction with this Passat VW should've never messed with their Emission system's shot themselves right on the foot with that one but hey Live and Learn. Enjoy your Thanksgiving Joe

@shiftautomotive854 3 жыл бұрын

may u explain what happened?

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you

@matthewfischer6232 3 жыл бұрын

Love the Passat, used to have a 2015 Passat Limited that was totaled in a wreck last month

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mathew for sharing that great input and perspective! I hope you are okay!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mathew for sharing that great input and perspective! I hope you are okay!

@samuelchan9501 3 жыл бұрын

Why does the Jetta Sel come with a digital dash but not the Passat SEL?

@aloisys.2257 3 жыл бұрын

Hey brother, love your channel. is there anyway you could do a Renault Talisman?

@kazumazoomer3548 3 жыл бұрын

Bro, my grandpa drives a 1996 Passat, these things are indestructible

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great experience that your grandpa had.

@kirkm3354 3 жыл бұрын

I'm actually considering one to replace my 2014 Passat. Can't find anything this size for this price that drives as smoothly and looks as good.

@CaptainCJ97 3 жыл бұрын

Wow a grill on a modern car that isn't huge? Nice! Also happy Thanksgiving

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I know right! I hope you had a great Thanksgiving!

@jamespn 3 жыл бұрын

Great review, I like the Atkinson Cycle 2.0 liter engine in this Passat. Looking forward to a review of the Arteron in bright mustard yellow. In Houston they’re selling 2020 Passats with at least $5,000 of MSRP, that’s good value for money. Hostess Twinkies, not a sponsor.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James! I appreciate you sharing that info.

@p_enta5012 3 жыл бұрын

OF course they are discontinuing the passat here in the united states, cause we can never have anything good. its such an amazing car : (

@baronvonjo1929 3 жыл бұрын

We have 4Runners :D

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

LOL

@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName 3 жыл бұрын

@@baronvonjo1929 And we have Camrys

@yathindrac.k3096 3 жыл бұрын

If you don’t mind, can you please do a review on VW Passat 2015 TDI

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I will try to track one down for you!

@tristanwall6566 3 жыл бұрын

I love the Passat it’s a big Jetta

@juniormeyer27 3 жыл бұрын

This is like saying a quarter is a bigger penny.

@702vindog 3 жыл бұрын

@@juniormeyer27 your comment makes no sense my man I’m sorry 😂😭

@Donfrasl 3 жыл бұрын

@@702vindog it does make sense

@ahsanmalik1013 3 жыл бұрын

@@Donfrasl So it doesn’t. People love Jetta and if Passat is bigger Jetta, all the more reasons why people would love Passat for more practicality.

@victordasilva5255 3 жыл бұрын

I tell my wife I’m just a smaller John Holmes....

@brandon6541 3 жыл бұрын

That passat looks nice!

@yes8032 3 жыл бұрын

True

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you like this one.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share it!

@adama047 3 жыл бұрын

Volkswagen put a real nice colour on the Passat. I'm thinking this would be a great car for someone a tad older. I may not be the most adept at flicking the gears, but I still find it fun. Nice video coverage, Victor! This car wants to be your BMW when it grows up

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy reading your comments Adam!

@adama047 3 жыл бұрын

I love the interaction! You put your heart into your channel, and I feel it's a good thing to add a bit of personality to my comments 👍

@jeremysomeone 3 жыл бұрын

Nice car, great warranty, great price. Nice dash, and overall fit and finish. Not all the hard plastic found in the girly Accord or Camry. Nice review!

@baronvonjo1929 3 жыл бұрын

This looks so much more girly than an Accord and first thing I think about when I see either is totally not girly.

@shiftautomotive854 3 жыл бұрын

This looks so boring most boring design and performance offered. Looks like something my grandma would drive

@2004cyrus 3 жыл бұрын

@@shiftautomotive854 your grandma has good taste

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share it with you Jeremy!

@yathindrac.k3096 3 жыл бұрын

I wish they never discontinued the VW Passat diesel.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Diesel and VW don't mix anymore in the USA.

@ronaldboykin9755 3 жыл бұрын

You can still find the diesels at a cheap price, Volkwagen stored thousands of them and have been reselling them at a huge discount!!

@yathindrac.k3096 3 жыл бұрын

@@ronaldboykin9755 are they used??

@ronaldboykin9755 3 жыл бұрын

Most are used with low miles. They were bought back by Volkswagen after the emissions scandal, stored, updated then put out to be resold as used!

@docthediesel7781 2 жыл бұрын

I’m late to the game here, but I’ll chime in and say that, even if it became dated, the Passat was still one of the great value propositions for a mid-sized sedan right up until its end with its understated-yet-elegant styling and massive interior volume. I had a 2013 Passat SE with a manual transmission. Loved it and later regretted parting with it. The old 2.5 liter five-cylinder engine was underpowered, but the manual helped compensate for that, and it was the smoothest manual I’ve ever driven. I’d take a 2020 Passat over a new SUV any day.

@panzoxpress4759 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is funny, I love his videos

@GladiatorLBS 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, I have a main question: What kind of car do you and Lori have?

@RealKevGotEm 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve asked that too, he won’t answer it lmao

@edwardvalivonis23 3 жыл бұрын

Joe: thanks for asking, i drive Shelby GT350 Heritage edition and Lori loves her Subaru BRZ

@GladiatorLBS 3 жыл бұрын

@@edwardvalivonis23 oh wow. I thought Joe drove one of those Mustangs 😂

@abdullahthabet6943 3 жыл бұрын

I think he has civic type R also

@GladiatorLBS 3 жыл бұрын

@@abdullahthabet6943 wow. I was interested because he reviews a lot of cars

@e70_x5_guy4 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love the Passat! I’d buy it over a Camry, Accord, ETC

@Saul-hm1ku 3 жыл бұрын

Had to click as soon as I read discounted, I currently have a 2018 Passat R-Line

@Hercegovac.1 3 жыл бұрын

I own a 2017 r line, love it 😀

@shiftautomotive854 3 жыл бұрын

is it boring to drive?

@Saul-hm1ku 3 жыл бұрын

@@shiftautomotive854 it’s zippy but it’s definitely not fast with only 174 hp, but it was some nice safety features and good interior too. I’ve only had if for about 6 weeks after I got in a car accident in my challenger, but my experience so far has been good.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share it with you Saul!

@jonasbernard5218 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Joe, I would love to see your full review on the 2020 kia cadenza limited edition, because I am digging it and looking forward to buy one next year

@Saturdayz_In_The_Fall 3 жыл бұрын

That thing is hideous

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I will track them down for you!

@hazimhusejnovic8139 3 жыл бұрын

We are looking to buy a 2021 R-Line when they come out in January

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share this one with you!

@thinkabout602 3 жыл бұрын

Looking good Joe. The Passat looks kind of old to me but a solid mid size 👍

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@mariowhyte2816 3 жыл бұрын

First we eat the bird, then we watch Raiti's Rides!!! The Passat is surely a looker. Too bad people started buying more SUV'S than sedans. Thanks for bringing us this review Joe. Happy Thanksgiving to you, Lori, Crown Vic and your entire dealership network who facilitate these epic videos!!! I'm calling it right now too....400k subs before midnight!!@ Congratulations!!! #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #OnThrottleAgain #LoriGotAngles #CameraQueen #Zonkmeister #CrownVic #OnThrottleAllOverThePlace #IfYoureReadyImReady #VW #Passat

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share it with you Mario. No 400k yet but we are so close.

@mariowhyte2816 3 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides No problem bro. I checked lastnight and this morning too lol so close I can taste it!!!

@will_in_texas 7 ай бұрын

I own a 2021. It’s been a good car. Only thing I hate about it is the noisy engine. Low rpm’s it sounds like a diesel. Once under way it gets quiet. Great road trip car. Roomy and comfortable

@kerrirodrigues7892 3 жыл бұрын

which watch brand are your wearing?? gosh its do eye catching.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

It's an Invicta. Thanks for saying something.

@AbdullahHood 3 жыл бұрын

Yup. Underrated car!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

You are so very right!

@alvinsimba734 3 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides i almost bought one but then ended up with a corolla for some reason.

@Cynical496 3 жыл бұрын

Still German. More expensive to fix WHEN something breaks if your from the states.

@michaelragusa3520 3 жыл бұрын

@@Cynical496 I’m not a fan of vw but I’m think their sedans are decent cause well they haven’t changed but there suvs are let’s just say German

@Cynical496 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelragusa3520 yeah but there’s still no real reason to get this over an Americanized car if you’re in the states. This has the parking package over our competition, I don’t mind this I got a camera installed in my TLX which assist me in parking so I can see how close I am to the car in front also pulling up to traffic lights I can see the line in the road. The interior is still kinda bland that screen is horrible. They usually have better driving customizations, they are still way more unreliable and expensive to fix. I’d choose an Accord or Civic over this any day. The style is on point though, how the Accord shoulda looked.

@saurabhvartak1992 Жыл бұрын

If this is a mid size sedan, then what’s the full size sedan would look like ?

@AdrianGonzalez-wn4qf 3 жыл бұрын

That’s the old badge lol...happy thanksgiving!!!

@2004cyrus 3 жыл бұрын

Yea VW hasn’t put the new badge on everything yet

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Yep!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

This is true!

@easyautodetailing 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Joe. When are you gonna review the 2021 arteon??

@DavidBrowningBYD 3 жыл бұрын

I had a 2014 Passat--one of my favorite cars ever! The interior and trunk space were amazing, and I quite enjoyed the drive. It was great for road trips. The only thing missing was the heated steering wheel I'd had on the car just before the Passat. Unfortunately it was a lease and I had to give it back at the end. I would agree with the commenter who called Passat a good used buy--I would usually avoid a new car because of the immediate depreciation upon delivery--but then, people like Scotty Kilmer would have us believe any German car is worthless once the miles begin stacking up. And I've become the sort who stacks up miles before letting go of a car. P.S. Tried to email you at the address on your "About" page and it bounced.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that input from your actual ownership.

@shawndarudeone 3 жыл бұрын

Is it not worth lease to own?

@DavidBrowningBYD 3 жыл бұрын

@@shawndarudeone Let us just say I was in a much better position financially at lease inception than at lease end.

@shawndarudeone 3 жыл бұрын

@@DavidBrowningBYD Got it. Things happen. Got a VW lease myself and honestly I dont wanna give back the car. We'll see if I still feel that way down the line. Its still early in the contract.

@SuperFriday 2 жыл бұрын

Do you think it's great for elderly people? The Sabaru Legacy is insane

@flipfloplogic 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Joe you've posted videos of the Jetta recently and now the Passat. Is there a chance we will see a Golf GTI review soon? Its the perfect all around daily driver hot hatch in my opinion.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

You better believe it!

@chrisfisher9313 3 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides That's what I would like to see also.

@omarjimenez8895 3 жыл бұрын

Give it a boost in horsepower, the current Jetta GLI's screens & steering wheel, bring back the interior design style of the CC and keep all that nice wood and flat dash and you've got yourself a killer VW

@ProWrestlingMi 3 жыл бұрын

Can you do a drive with the 2021 Dodge Durango SRT because I am a big fan

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I will try to track one down for you!

@Coronet_1969_ 3 жыл бұрын

With ya Joe, needs more HP and the screen is undersized too.....also, AWD would be nice now that some competitors are offering it on their mid-size sedans, about half the country would like to have AWD is my guess.

@mbcaiost 3 жыл бұрын

I only miss 3 things from my Passat: the lit-up glove compartment, Climatronic, and the dual-lighting for rear passengers (little things). You can definitely see several corner-cuttings where VW cut back in quality. The transmission is clumsy at lower speeds, the ride is not very stable at higher speeds - compared to other makers - and the seats are horrible for the back. VW really gave up on catching up with the competition.

@windanthonystream 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know why they detuned this engine when it’s capable of so much more power!!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

AGREED!

@chickflickone 3 жыл бұрын

My best friend has the 2018, and just visually i actually prefer that. Don't like that they got rid of the clock inside and i also don't like that volvo style P A S S A T either, looks cleaner without any badging imo. That one has the electronic e brake tho 🤔

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Very good points!

@MEAMERIE 3 жыл бұрын

Joe...good job trying to hype up the styling of this car and make it seem less dull lol. This and the Jetta look under styled in and out.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother for saying that!

@yes8032 3 жыл бұрын

Sad that VW is cancelling the Passat for you guys I like the car but the Passat from Europe looks even better I wish you guys had it too you would really like it anyways nice video again 👌👍

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks George for letting me share it with you and for your great support!

@Traysandor 3 жыл бұрын

I test drove a 2017 VW Passat R-line during car shopping and was fairly unimpressed. The transmission seemed a bit off, though it could have been a rental car (I never bothered to look at the carfax to see). Too bad they're gonna be gone soon but I doubt too many people will miss them that much.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great input from your experience!

@bachbui 3 жыл бұрын

I’m gonna miss the Passat :((

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

It's sad they are killing it off.

@leyonthomas410 3 жыл бұрын

This is probably one of the best automotive KZfaq channel. @Doug demuro you might wanna catch up lol...

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Leyon for saying that! You are so awesome!

@calvinmarshall9511 3 жыл бұрын

HAPPY THANKSGIVING JOE

@edwardvalivonis23 3 жыл бұрын

Joe is a type of a guy who pardons turkey named Doug

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Calvin for saying that!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

One of your funniest comments ever!

@edwardvalivonis23 3 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides i guess what Doug names his turkey

@calvinmarshall9511 3 жыл бұрын

YEAH

@Pinkpolo85 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate how often you post. Its awesome!!!! When do you and Lori sleep?!?! This Passat looks so dated to me. Its super bland, the small rims, small screen, old technology, no panoramic sunroof, and $32,000?!?!? Its far to many better options for the price!!! You can get a 2018 Passat same trim, looks identical for under $20k!!!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend! That really means a lot!

@reynaldocordero4247 3 жыл бұрын

The Gateway car for the Audi A6.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

So true!

@lryoung17 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like they should put the new steering wheel, the R Line package should be available on the SEL with the bigger 19” wheels, add AWD on SEL and at least the newer 8 inch infotainment inside for 2021 if they really wanna sell this thing because I had the 2012 and loved it with the VR6 & DSG and drove this one liked it but didn’t love it. The outside styling is the best of that gen. tho

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Very good points!

@chrisfisher9313 3 жыл бұрын

That generation of Passat (2012+) is the absolute most boring Passat in history. The previous generations were something special.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great input Chris!

@tuxedoblackcat1680 3 жыл бұрын

The sound of the car is what I would kind of Zonk because of how quiet it is. I wish if it was a little bit louder like a Toyota RAV4 2017, so that way you can know how loud the car is being right now while driving.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your creative comments!

@Subbanfan11 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Raiti? How come you didn't go with the price of the vehicle when you go to the interior portion? I love when you do that :)

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I thought did?

@junz2445 3 жыл бұрын

This is a grownup grownup car, its a simple point A to B machine and some might just appreciate that, without all those techs that in your face.

@lego4virgo 3 жыл бұрын

This refresh makes the Passat look like a larger version of the redesigned Jetta. Also, all those cameras and driver assistance packages we love? Makes a $150.00 4-wheel alignment on a '19 Jetta cost $600.00! So..maybe there is such a thing as TOO much tech.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Very good points!

@lego4virgo 3 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides Thanks Joe! Yeah--that was an EYE opener!

@rustynailgaming4094 2 жыл бұрын

I think I preferred the Arteon better because it's bigger than the Passat and it's on the MQB platform. What I like on the Passat: Bigger Backseat What I don't like on the Passat: Small Infotainment Display Traditional Gauges No 360 Degree Camera Old school handbrake What I like on the Arteon: Larger Infotainment System Digital Cockpit Display 360 Degree Camera Electronic Parking Brake

@doctorrobert60 3 жыл бұрын

VW makes some nice looking cars. Unfortunately Consumer Reports rates most VW bottom of the pack in reliability. The model that scores high is the VW Golf. Hopefully this will improve for other models in the future.

@mystictk4149 3 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely a nice looking car.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you like this one.

@mystictk4149 3 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides You know it.

@jorgeboudet9707 3 жыл бұрын

Good job

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jorge!

@jonstebbins5115 3 жыл бұрын

I have one, agree that it is a little slow. But, keeps the wife happy.

@coolcarz-nf5tj 3 жыл бұрын

First! Love this video I wish they wouldn’t discontinue the Passat 😢

@yes8032 3 жыл бұрын

It’s the fault of people buying crossovers from VW instead the of sedans

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

So very true!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the compliment and for letting me share it with you!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the compliment and for letting me share it with you!

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

So very true!

@jj5515 3 жыл бұрын

Hold up they are discontinuing it??

@pigybak 3 жыл бұрын

i like the flat bottom steering wheel

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

#racecar

@Demoxx1 3 жыл бұрын

Joe it may be a commuter car and not fast by any means. But slow cars are fun cause you can go on throttle with them everywhere and nobody would think your going fast. And these smaller engines are quiet so you cant wake up anyone.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

This is very true Michael!

@SamuelGalindo88 3 жыл бұрын

You didn’t mention that it’s going to be discontinued and the value you could buy one at considering it’s on an old platform.

@jorgeboudet9707 3 жыл бұрын

This maybe my sedan long live sedans

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you!

@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName 3 жыл бұрын

SUV variants are making sedans obsolete unfortunately

@mfmf100 3 жыл бұрын

The styling is sharp but this is de-contented inside and out compared to the euro version. They half assed it and it shows.

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

That is very true!

@stephen-pd1vh 3 жыл бұрын

so close to 400k

@RaitisRides 3 жыл бұрын

You are so very right Stephen. Thanks for having my back!

@DaveDVideoMaker 3 жыл бұрын

In Europe, we get a different Passat. The body is different. In China, they call the European Passat the Magotan, and China calls the American Passat the Passat. Both the American and European Passats are sold in China, but the European Passat is under a different name.