I've had oil consumption since I bought my Passat 2.8L V6 new in 1999. It burns about 1.25 qt every 2000 miles and for the longest time, I just accepted it as fact, but then I got to thinking that this shouldn't be happening. I've never owned a car that regularly required oil to be added between oil changes. According to the VW dealer who spoke to a corporate VW Quality Manager, burning up to 1 qt every 1000 miles is considered normal. That completely astonishes me. Even consuming 2 qt of oil between oil changes (as my car does) seems excessive. Can anyone verify VW's official stance regarding oil consumption on the 2.8L V6? My engine still has another 3000 miles or so before the 10 yr/100K mile warranty expires and I'd like to have the rings replaced on VW's dime if they should cover it.
Thanks.