Item: 2013 Volkswagen
Rating: 4.5
Author: CarMax

This car makes me so happy. It has all the tech features of the new hybrids - a great stereo (Fender), panel display etc. It has serious power - I haven't even tried to put my foot down for a prolon...

This car makes me so happy. It has all the tech features of the new hybrids - a great stereo (Fender), panel display etc. It has serious power - I haven't even tried to put my foot down for a prolonged period of time because it goes zero-fast in no time at all. It has fun features we keep finding - like it lights up the side of the road when you put your signal on. The heated seats come on lightning fast on those cold mornings. The defroster for front and back windows takes just seconds, as does the air-conditioning. And of course the gas mileage is ridiculously good - about 39 mpg for me so far.

Pros

Fuel Economy: 39 mpg - i never go to the gas station
Power: There is never a doubt that you can pass on the uphill
Technology and Entertainment: Fender radio, fun panel features to play with

Cons

Cabin Noise: The premium SEL wheels make highway driving a bit loud
Cargo Space: The battery does make you sacrifice trunk space a bit

These cars are made in Germany, very nicely made, great car overall. Wonderful interior, very sporty handling, nice engine. Also, I regularly get over 30MPG. Very room back seat and trunk too. Only...

These cars are made in Germany, very nicely made, great car overall. Wonderful interior, very sporty handling, nice engine. Also, I regularly get over 30MPG. Very room back seat and trunk too. Only down side is headroom in back due to low roofline. Car is very low, but I like that. It is a true sports luxury sedan at a bargain price for a used model. CarMax on the other hand did admit to a problem with the rotors on the brakes. I noticed some rotor noise, thought it was becasue the car was sitting so long. Turns out they should have known and didn't realize it was a problem until about 4 week in while I was way on business, I missed my 30 day window to have it looked at.

Pros

Ride and Handling: Very nice, and sporty too.
Fuel Economy: Great fuel economy on the highway.
Styling: Beautiful body

Cons

Braking: Had a problem with the brakes at low mileage.

Drivability, quality and simplicity in the cabin. I'm sold on VW/Audi for best driving cars with simple, no nonsense dashboards and quality materials - all for a reasonable price with no repair stick...

Drivability, quality and simplicity in the cabin. I'm sold on VW/Audi for best driving cars with simple, no nonsense dashboards and quality materials - all for a reasonable price with no repair sticker shock. Yeah, they cost a few dollars more, but they're worth every penny. Not quite a BMW (owned a 325 conv), but not that expensive either, and repairs are far, far cheaper. I own a GTI which I like even better. If you can handle it, reach for the Tiguan with the suspension options (for even bigger grins).

Pros

Ride and Handling: the best for the buck
Dashboard: simple, black on white - no nonsense
Styling: European styling beats the Asian/US styles by far

Used 2013 Volkswagen for Sale

2013 Volkswagen Reviews

I cannot believe how much i love this car

I cannot believe how much i love this car

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Cons

Wonderful Car, I have reservations about CarMax

Wonderful Car, I have reservations about CarMax

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Cons

Tough to beat the Germans for quality engineering

Tough to beat the Germans for quality engineering

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