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2002 Volkswagen Jetta
80 reviews
Known as the Bora in Europe and Latin America, the fourth generation Jetta comes as a 4-dr sedan and wagon. The base TDI models' engine is a 1.9-liter, 90-hp turbodiesel. This engine comes with 5-speed manual transmission or 4-speed automatic.
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80 Reviews from Epinions.com
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Pros: Super fuel economy (40+mpg), good looks, great interior
Cons: High price, diesel fuel inconveniences
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The Jetta TDi offers an extremely robust, well-rounded package, and the new 4-year bumper-to-bumper warranty is an added bonus. Read More
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Pros: Sporty, comfortable, fun
Cons: Haven't found one yet!
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I absolutely love my car. When this VW finally does have to be replaced, it will be with another VW. Read More
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Pros: Improved switch gear. Higher torque
Cons: Fuzz magnet upholstery.
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Drive at least 50,000 km (31,000 miles) per year? The added cost of the diesel is offset by the increased fuel efficiency and lower fuel costs. Read More
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Pros: MPGs, Comfort, Design, Quality, Looks, Fact that it was free(ish), Heated seats, Radio, Leather, Peppyness.
Cons: Gas station woes, The fact that there are 7 of them at my high school.
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Buy it, Lease It, Steal It Read More
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Pros: Excellent styling, features similar to a 3-series BMW, quick, low cost maint.
Cons: Cramped rear seating... not many others I have experienced
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Buy this car. Get the 1.8T version if power is an issue. It still gets great gas mileage and I can smoke all rice rockets! Read More
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Pros: 200-hp VR6 finally gets exciting! 5-sp tiptronic transmission, ESP
Cons: Rear seat still too small, front nose/light design looks bland and outdated
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You cannot find a better combination of power, quality, and technology for the money in this market segment. Read More
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Pros: Fuel mileage, interior, handling
Cons: Cup holders block CD player and radio
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50 mpg and fun to drive Read More
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Pros: The stylish exterior and blue/red dashboard lights. Pick-up and go with the 1.8T
Cons: Everything....read below.
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Stay away. I only rated this "Excellent" so this would be read. Poor reviews are not pulled up first. Please avoid the VW Jetta Read More
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Pros: Fast (1.8T), Great factory sound system (Monsoon), Expensive Car Feel (Feels like a BMW!)
Cons: Wheel crank seat recliner, bad cup holder position, velour seats are lint magnets.
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Get it. You won't be disappointed if you like a high performance car for the price of an economy car. Read More
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Pros: looks, mileage, safety, quality, handling, 5-spd manual transmission, engine
Cons: Monsoon sound system, cheap looking arm rest, rear leg room, auto tranny
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Recommended, oozes quality for this class of car, Wash., D.C. to Denver with one fuel stop...wow!, avoid Monsoon sound system, 5-spd better than the auto tranny. Tops in safety. Read More
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