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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  Buyer Beware - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Sandy - November 14 - 11:56 pm

  I have had the car for three years now and it has been towed four times and back to the dealer for repairs ten times. My history of problems with the car started a month after purchase with malfunction of minor parts (hoses, the window...) and is beginning to escalate into larger problems. The car is completely unreliable and not worth the amount of money it cost me. It has been extremely inconvenient to have the car (since VWZ does not provide loaner cars)and I have regretted its purchase since the first towing at 60 miles.

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  Dont buy a Jetta! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By lrm80 - November 9 - 1:53 am

  This was the first "new" car that I ever purchased and I thought I was buying something reliable! Instead I spend most of my time at the service department. Ive had a laundry list of problems including needing all four coil packs replaced, a new transmission at only 30,000 miles, the drivers side window falling into door three times, both coolant fans needed replacing, the seat heaters short circuited and I still have trouble with the Tiptronic gear shifter! I would never buy another VW again, it has been nothing but a waste of money and when you buy a new car you expect reliability!

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  NEVER AGAIN - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By NEVER AGAIN - November 2 - 11:26 pm

  I bought this car about 2 and a half years ago. Nothing but problems, after 3 months my water pump blew. I should have got rid of it then. My radio nobs have fallen off, my arm rest broke, the seat adjuster broke in half, the value drops about 75% after you drive it off the lot and its so uncomfortable . Last week I lost the only key the dealership gave me when I purchased the car. Most dealerships can cut you a new key off of the vin right then and there. Not Volkswagen in order to get a new key you have to drive to Layton (30 miles from my home) show them proof you own it then they will order you key and then you have to tow your car to the dealership. price of key 200.00! Ridiculous.

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  Dont Buy a Volkswagen - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Emiliy - October 31 - 7:16 pm

  I purchased my Volkswagen Jetta GLS in 2002 and have had to have the engine repaired for three major problems, as well as having it in the shop for numerous other recalls and malfunctions. At less than 50,000 miles the engine has blew up due to an "oil sludge" problem and VW will not pay for repair. Passat engines have been admitted to have this problem, but they will not admit it is an issue with Jettas. Consumers, despite what VW says, cannot control the sludge. Then once you have a problem, VW customer service is awful. Also note, they claim dealerships are independent contractors and will not cover problems in workmanship, etc.

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  awsome and reliable - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By vwjettaisgreat - October 25 - 2:00 am

  I have to drive about 1000 miles a week for my work and have driven from pa to ca and back and pa to florida and from pa to ohio many times, me and my wife love it. The 5 speed auto. is great. very comfortable inside and excelent build quality. I have almost 60000 and i have had it for 8 months. No problems except oil changes.

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  Great car for a great price! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Kahlua - October 4 - 10:20 am

  We purchaed a Jetta Wagon GLS 1.8T 5-speed. The steering is excellent, with some body roll evident, as we didnt get the Sport Suspension, but its still manageable. The shifting is precise, and the car is QUICK, and stable at high speeds. We got every option you could get on the GLS except for the sport Suspension package, and still came in at $21.5k even. For a car with this many options, thats a GREAT price! This car needs nothing else to be a great and fun car for a small family.

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  Good car but has its draw backs. - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By edhkmco84 - September 25 - 10:00 am

  I hate the MONSOON radio that crapped out on me after 103 miles. Yeah, thats right 2 days after I got the car I was back at the dealer. Other then that no problems yet...still in "break in period" so not too sure on power yet..but thing that I wish I got the 1.8T just for the triptonic thingy and the extra horsepower (trying to accelerate to highway speeds on the Parkway is a problem). ***DEFINATLY test drive the 1.8T and the 2.0L BEFORE YOU SIGN!!*** AND I must commend their marketing department...with out them I dont think I would have ever thought about a VW. (And I believe it is that way with the majority of "new" VW owners).

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  jetta - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By CACYE - September 22 - 10:00 am

  this is by far the best car it is comfotable, stylish, great on gas, very reliable

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  Run, this is not for you! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Cindy - September 7 - 2:00 am

  With only 42,000 miles on the car it has been in the shop 5 times for the transmission. Talk about a lemon and YES I am checking on the lemon law.

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  Frustrated with Volkswagen! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By discodancinqueen - August 10 - 2:00 am

  I have taken my car in numerous times for recall things. I had only had it for 1 year when the keyless remote quit working - was told it would cost $200 to re-key it - that it wasnt covered under the warranty! (I shudder to think of paying $200. every time it "loses" its memory!) Then the sunroof wouldnt open all the way - I was charged another $200 and told it wasnt covered under warranty because it was only "dirty" and "needed cleaning!" So Im going to pay $200 every time it gets dirty!?!