Overview & Reviews

For 2002, the turbocharged four-cylinder engine receives 30 extra horsepower for a total of 180, which you can couple to a five-speed automatic with Tiptronic -- the 1.8T is now available for both sedans and wagons. In the spring of 2002, the Jetta GLX sedan's optional 12-valve 174-hp VR6 is replaced by a new 24-valve unit providing 200 ponies. A six-speed manual gearbox and the aforementioned five-speed automanual become available with the new VR6. Later on, the GLI sedan will appear -- it includes the new VR6, the six-speed and stability control without all the expensive GLX trimmings and replaces the manual-shift GLX. Other changes include the availability of the 1.9-liter turbodiesel engine for GL and GLS wagons. The base GL trim level is new to the wagon in 2002 -- previously, you had to step right up to the GLS model. A CD player is now standard on all GLS and GLX models, and all-new Volkswagen vehicles come with an improved four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, up from two years/24,000 miles. Volkswagen also offers a fully transferable limited powertrain warranty that covers five years or 60,000 miles. An on/off switch for auto-dimming rearview mirrors, a cruise control indicator light, a trunk escape handle for sedans and a new exterior color (Reflex Silver replaces Silver Arrow) complete the changes.

• Powerful 1.8T and VR6 engines, fuel-efficient TDI powerplant, fun to drive, comfortable ride, rich interior materials, loads of standard features, solid build quality.

• More expensive than most small sedans and wagons.

User Reviews:

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  The Car! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Bluekate18 - December 2 - 10:00 am

  I have just recently purchased a silver one and I am loving it. It is a big change from an 86 Chevy Blazer. Leather seats really add class to the car. I am very comfortable driving it. The fact that there are so many air- bags and other safety features gives me a peace of mind when driving it out in this crazy world. I would recommend this vehicle to anyone, no matter your age, because it is an overall wonderful car.

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  Love My Jetta! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Daniel - December 1 - 2:46 pm

  I love my Jetta. My 1.8T is re-chipped so it puts out about 230 HP which makes it really fun to drive. Even with my chip, my gas has been as high as 32 MPG. How about some comments about the low-end torque in this car? Come on! Name another 4-cyl car where you dont have to rev the engine past 3,000 rpm to get awesome power. The Triptronic transmission is great and is a blast to drive. It could use a bigger brain as all it wants to do it shift too early or late and seems fooled a bit too often for me. The trunk is huge. the heated seats are quite possibly the best invention ever. To top it all off, the car looks great. I bought mine used private party 2 years old with 25,000 miles and still got 2 years and 25,000 miles of warranty! Awesome!

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  Athletic yet elegant car - Fun to drive - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Thanh - November 30 - 10:00 am

  I have had my 2002 Jetta GLI VR6 with 6M for a couple of weeks and love every moment I spend driving it. The engine pulls strongly without much efforts. The handling is also excellent. Love everything about it.

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  Awesome Car! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Daniel P Gale - October 17 - 10:00 am

  I never imagined myself in a diesel or a Volkeswagen. Boy have I been missing out! This car is awesome. It is extremely comfortable, a joy to drive and has great gas mileage. People should not be afraid to test drive one of these! What more can you ask for in a car getting 45+ per gallon.

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  Great car! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Pam - October 10 - 3:31 pm

  Economical and great to drive.

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  My VW Jetta - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Gabby424 - August 23 - 2:10 pm

  I love my Jetta GLS!! It is everything the dealership told me, and this by far is the best car I have owned so far! The warranty package is acceptional!

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  Bang for the Buck - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By J.B. - August 9 - 2:13 am

  Youd be hard-pressed to find a combination of styling and features in a similar car. After driving the Passat V6 and Jetta VR6/1.8T, I opted for the 2002 GLS 1.8T w/ every option available. It was just a fun car to drive. It was a tough car to find (9/01), so the dealer tried to give me the supply & demand surcharges for silver, rare options, etc. You’ll experience the same headache with the New Beetle Turbo S about now. Needless to say, I worked a good price and have been extremely pleased.

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  get one - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By jojoi - August 6 - 10:00 am

  I love the car! runs fast and easy to drive-takes the mountains well. I am now looking into the deisel wagon so I can have more space for luggage.

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  Trust me youll love it - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Bubba - July 30 - 10:00 am

  I Didnt want an SUV but I did want the flexibility to haul whatever I need to. My wife and I chose the manual and BOY does that Turbo have a nice kick to it! Definitely get the Monsoon system too it makes for great road trips. We have had absolutelty zero rattling sounds from this car. Cant understand what was up with the editors car. We had looked at the Nissan Altima as well but the interior materials do not compare and it drove like a Dodge Intrepid. (Nissan Sentra Spec-V now thats a different matter, but too small) We also looked at the Saturn Wagon which had cheap interior construction and ho-hum looks.

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  The Diesel Dreamcar - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Carol B - July 6 - 2:00 am

  This car has been awesome. What other German car can you get 50mpg in under $20k? NONE. Its easy to drive, park, and speed in (likes to go 80-90, sometimes 100 and dont notice it). Very reliable, only in shop for oil changes.