AVOIR

2005 Volkswagen Passat

Ownership intelligence · Midsize Cars · Diesel
71
Good
Consider
AVOIR Score out of 100
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Category Scores

Reliability 71
Longevity 69
Maintenance 76
Depreciation 97
Performance 52
Efficiency 46

Reliability & Ownership FAQ

Is the 2005 Volkswagen Passat reliable?

AVOIR rates the 2005 Volkswagen Passat's reliability 71/100 — good — from NHTSA recall counts, complaint density, and multi-year defect trends. Its overall AVOIR ownership score is 71/100 (Good).

How long will a 2005 Volkswagen Passat last?

AVOIR scores the 2005 Volkswagen Passat's longevity 69/100 (good), estimated from high-mileage survival data and resale-panel evidence of how far these vehicles actually run.

What does it cost to own a 2005 Volkswagen Passat?

AVOIR scores the 2005 Volkswagen Passat on maintenance 76/100 and depreciation 97/100 — higher is better (lower real cost) — plus fuel, insurance and resale in the full breakdown above.

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