The VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT (2000-06) 4DR SALOON 1.9 TDI 130 S is a traditional, four-door family saloon: a spacious, practical alternative to a hatchback or estate, rather than a small city car. It sat in the UK’s mainstream large-family-car class, competing with the Ford Mondeo and Vauxhall Vectra, and suits buyers wanting useful space without an SUV’s size. The 130 S’s 1.9-litre diesel is known for strong economy and relaxed long-distance cruising, making this Passat well suited to commuters, regular motorway drivers and families. It offers a comfortable, grown-up drive and a roomy cabin, while its straightforward, understated design prioritises practicality over fashionable styling. Against rivals, it is often valued for its durable-feeling engine and sensible, unflashy character. Across 304 mycarcheck.com look-ups covering 198 VINs, recorded cars averaged 152,000 miles, 9,000 miles annually and four previous keepers; average private-sale valuation was £500, so condition and history matter before deciding whether to buy.