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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  MY SECOND NEW CAR - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By YACOUB NASRALLAH - March 4 - 10:00 am

  the jetta is a car toyota is a toy like the name says,with a few GS more you get the jetta nice interior:nice cup holder, seats,dash board design,SEATS five people ,safe car ,nice blue lights at night to light the spedometer and gas gauge etc.on the outside :open the hood and enjoy the look of its engine on the road:a heavy car on the road unlike the tercel ...its a lot of fun to drive for long trips its comfortable....the only thing about the jetta is if you wanna pass a car it takes the jetta about 5 important seconds to start speeding like you want it unlike tercel because of its light in wieght it responds quick

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  I love my car! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By ks1984 - March 2 - 8:36 am

  I love my VW! I have not had any major problems with it. Runs great and is very comfortable. Handles great in the snow! Gets regular maintenance and oil changes with synthetic oil.

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  under rated TDI - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Huggybear - February 22 - 3:26 pm

  I consistently get 48-50 mph highway milage at a steady 70mph. It should be written about more as a superb vehicle, worth every penny!

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  VW Jetta - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By DawnD - December 9 - 2:00 am

  My favorite car, fast, fun to drive and lots of style. No need for an Audi or BMW when you have the VW GLX VR6. Its a great car with lots of features and you feel safe

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  Teutonic Rocket - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Paul71 - November 27 - 10:00 am

  Finaly picked up my 2002 GLI last week. I shopped around for the best price and was able to get a "base" GLI (with the NE Emissions) for $20.3K. The car is a blast to drive. Fit and finish are excellent. Feature content is really high for a car of this price.

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  Theyre Not All Lemons - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By DenverKen - October 17 - 10:00 am

  Im surprised to hear about so many major problems others have had. My car has been pretty great. Last car was a Honda Civic. The Jetta is fun to drive, super peppy, comfortable, and Im getting about 30MPG. The car was recalled for the coils (after I had to be towed once because of poor behavior related to the coils). Mechanically, the Honda was perfect - never a problem with it. The coil issues, and frequently blown taillights, are annoying, but all in all Im very happy with the Jetta. Mine was manufactured/assembled in Germany - it was the first year of the wagons.

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  Great Bang for the Buck - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By BRM10984 - September 27 - 10:00 am

  I purchased my Jetta 1.8T w/ leather, cold pkg, Monsoon, and sport pkg on 1.25.2002. Overall, I have been very happy with it. The build quality is comparable to a low-end BMW, but certain parts lack some quality. I have had a couple coilpacks fail, and I have had the ECU replaced. All issues have been painlessly taken care of under warranty, so there is no real problem. The interior is classily- styled, yet does not have an over- abundance of wood trim. It is very fun to drive. I only wish I had gotten a 5-speed. Maybe next time.

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  Windows - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By MC2 - September 2 - 10:00 am

  I love my Jetta i spent two years building them online, and when i finished up my senior year of high school i told my mom and dad that we were going New Car Shopping b/c i was not going to drive my POS anymore. We got my Jetta the day i graduated and a month later my drivers window broke so they fixed it. A month after that the passenger window broke we took it back but we had to drive in the pooring rain with the window down and they fixed it. That time they gave us a loaner b/c we were pissed. What we found out is that there is a plastic clip and it brakes but the replace it was a metal one. But your window has to brake first before they will fix it.

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  Jettas a winner!! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By drjhson79 - September 2 - 10:00 am

  We bought our Jetta in August 02 so we dont have any long term experience with it but the time we have had it has been great!! The quality of assembly and materials of the interior is wonderful and the exterior styling is what we were looking for. I work for an automotive supplier and could have recieved some great discounts from the "big three" but they just didnt have a car that could compete with the Jetta. The VR6 is incredible in its smoothness and power. This is the first import we have owened an at this point we are very impressed.

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  fun to drive!! - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By AlexR - July 27 - 10:00 am

  I have had my GLS 1.8t for r week now, I and I love it. The power from the turbo is great, and the tiptronic tranny is fun to use, and useful. Even though I am still in the break in period, I have tested the power a few times.