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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  Jetta Review - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Josh Patton - June 9 - 2:00 am

  I love that i get 40 plus MPG in fuel economy. This vehicle handles great! I can turn on a dime at 40 mph and it is such a smooth ride. The suspension is out of this world. I like the florescent lights on the dashboard at night as well. The safety features are nice with F and R side airbags and dual front airbags. Leg room in the back is a joke. This car might as well be a 2 seater. Im 62" and it is sometimes hard to fit in the drivers seat to drive. This vehicle is a little light and is difficult maneuvering in inclement weather such as snow...although the front wheel drive is better than rear wheel.

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  Great German Car - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Lance Corbett - June 1 - 10:00 am

  Wonderful car to drive. Good mileage, confortable seats, excellent power, excellent radio system, safest compact car made (5 star frontal, 4 star side impact). Has never been in the shop. Will buy another one soon.

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  Couldnt be Happier - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By bobpeller - May 22 - 4:40 am

  This is our third Volkswagan. We owned an old Volks Rabbit (year unkown), a 1994 Passat Wagon and now a 2002 Jetta 1.8T. The Jetta is fun to drive. The automatic/manual transmission was a big selling point. In addition the leather interior, sunroof, and mansoon sound options added more enjoyment to a car that has all safty features strandard and a robus standard warrenty.

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  THE car for the college kids - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By JamieG - April 19 - 10:00 am

  I was in the market for a car that crashed well and inexpensive. I found the best of both worlds after exhaustive research. The Jetta is definately the perfect car for any student headed off to college. My father loved the price and I loved the style and drive.

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  Just what I ecpected - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Jose - March 13 - 2:00 am

  The tdi Jetta is just what I expected,a well built car with an impressive diesel engine.I like the ergonomics inside overall.Since the begenning You feel you are driving a german design car for which you dont have to pay big bucks.Defenetely is a great example of european 4 door sedans with the right options a that special look.

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  2002 VW Jetta Wagon - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By MrZero - March 7 - 10:00 am

  Tight shutlines and a build quality normally associated with costlier vehicles. Rich interior materials. The base model includes 4 wheel disc brakes,ABS, side curtain airbags, dual front airbags, and front side bolster airbags standard. Honda charges a premium for ABS. Attention-to-detail is immaculate both inside and out. ABS plastic pans cover the underside of the car, properly diffusing air, causing less buffeting and lower wind noise. As with other 4 cylinder cars, the 2.0 engine bay is neat and all fluids are clearly marked and within easy reach. I am thoroughly impressed with VW

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  You gotta love a VW to own one... - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By sfbrian - February 24 - 2:00 am

  Okay, so ive only owned my jetta for about a month (2500 miles) but i havent had any problems yet. my wife and i bought this car as a compromise. she hates driving a stick and i hate driving an automatic, so we bought the tiptronic. i was sceptical at first to be sure (i wanted a 1.8t gti) but im now totally in love with this car. it has major balls! it handles well and accelerates like mad. the interior could be my bmws!

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  What a value - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By tar029 - February 13 - 10:00 am

  I feel like I have bought a luxury car at a common mans price. With standard safety features like side impact air- bags the Jetta gave us much more for our money than any other car in its class. With its great fuel economy and sporty feel it is a wonderful car to own and drive

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  Best Car Ever - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By God blessing jetta - December 20 - 6:53 am

  Well I just got my Jetta I love it. Very Clean car for 95000 miles on it . Its not giving me any problems since i got it . I read most of the reviews I believe if you take care of your car and this goes for all car and trucks if you take care of it , it will last you a very long time like for example i had a 1997 eclipse and It drove me everywhere and gave me no problems bc i took care of it but i sold it bc im 6ft 4in and need a bigger vehicle and it had 240,000miles and i just got my jetta and ima do the same thing is take care of it. its fast it runs good and its a 2.0litter well thats all for now

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  Excellent Car - 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
  By abarcius - November 24 - 5:40 am

  If you are looking for a fun-to-drive, powerful, reliable car and does not mind paying a little extra for these three things the Jetta GLX VR6 is your car. I bought mine in Feb. 2001 and I love it.