I took a new Passat 2.0T out for a test drive while I was having our
2002 Passat 1.8T serviced at the dealer the week before last. It had a tighter feel and more get up and go, but I was shocked at the road noise. It was like riding in our old Taurus on a tar and chip road. I couldn't believe it how bad it was. It was like the factory forgot to install sound insulation in the rear of the car. After our car was finished, I took it over the same roads and there was no question that the 2002 Passat was MUCH quieter than the new car. Has anyone else had the same impression?
Bill
78 Rabbit...10/77 - 4/02 82 Convertibles(s)...since 93
95 Golf GL...since 11/99 02 Passat 1.8T Tip GLS...since 4/02