The latter is largely thanks to VW's 4Motion all-wheel-drive system ... This author grew up in the back seat of a B5-generation Passat wagon, which boasted a handsome design, a spacious cargo ...

This Jetta TDI has 170,000+ miles and not a bit of trouble so far. Loved my 2004 b5.5 VW TDI wagon... no more made... :( 6 speed manual TDI, plenty of room and comfort. QUITE and very sporty.