Overview & Reviews
For 2004, all Jetta models get an updated look, optional telematics and a new and more powerful 1.9-liter TDI engine (GL and GLS models only). The 2.0-liter engine is now PZEV-rated, and the GLX trim is no longer available. Also note that you can no longer get the 1.8T engine in GL trim. Besides that, the GLI sedan sports new 17-inch alloy wheels and the Cold Weather Package items (heated seats and washer nozzles) as standard, while the GLS features a standard Monsoon stereo. The wagons get a revised instrument cluster late in the model year, and the sedans get new metallic trim rings around the gauges.
- Powerful 1.8T and VR6 engines, fuel-efficient TDI power plant, fun to drive, comfortable ride, rich interior materials, loads of standard safety features, solid build quality.
- More expensive than most small sedans and wagons, tight rear-seat legroom, weak base four-cylinder.
User Reviews:
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Great Value - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
By JP_1.8T - December 9 - 10:00 amThis new Jetta replaced my old 98 Jetta. The physical difference between the two could not be greater. The level of refinement and power I have in this car compared to its predecessor is amazing. And the sticker price on them were virtually the same! VW made truly amazing strides with this generation.
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Excellence Pure Excellence - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
By Mollie Sauers - December 9 - 10:00 amI absolutely LOVE this Car. I will remain with a Jetta TDI GLS its the perfect Sports car!!
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VW owner - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
By 1.8t stageII - December 9 - 10:00 amThis is a fun fun car to drive. The VW Jetta is a great all around car to to drive for the person who would like a loaded great featured car for a bargain price. This car has tons of safety featues that you dont have to pay extra for. They also are a great handling car. VW puts all the metal where it counts for structure rigidity. Unless you are looking to pay for a BMW the VW line offers great products for the money. I have had my Jetta 1.8T for almost ten years and I have not had any real problems with it. They have a great warranty if your worried.
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Dont - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
By LisasJetta - December 9 - 10:00 amI bought this car brand new with less than 50 miles. I have had nothing but problems and its been in the shop more than Ive been able to drive it. Dont count on Volkswagon to help you out either as they have been nothing but rude with me whenever Ive called to complain of all of the problems. If I were you, Id look elsewhere for a car.
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All around awesome. - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
By illimk4 - December 4 - 1:32 amWhen going for a different vehicle I was searching for something stock turbocharged that had potential as far as tuning goes. Originally I set out to find an srt-4 but found a 1.8T GLI first. Im glad I decided to purchase that instead. The car is fun to drive and fairly quick stock, but with apr stage 1 software It definitely kicks it up a notch. I love my VW and I doubt I will ever drive anything else. They are well built and very reliable. The only downfall is VW vehicles are expensive to maintain. Other than that the car is well worth what I paid for it.
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Diesel UPDATE - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
By sprouty - November 25 - 1:40 amI originally reviewed this car on 1/15/05, and I just wanted to give an update. Now at 35,000 miles, the car is still a delight. Now that fuel prices have surged well past $3.00/gallon we enjoy the great mileage all the more (now averaging 43-44 MPG). The car has been 100% reliable and durable - much more so than our 2001 VR6 was. We obviously love the fuel economy, but the TDI engine is also wonderful for low- down torque. You never have to wind this engine to find the power. Its right on tap and very smooth. With 4 snow tires, its great in the winter. Factor in the wagon versatility, great comfort, a fun and spunky driving personality, and the car is a winner all-around. I hope the new ones come as wagons.
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VW Jetta are Junk - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
By lchilders - November 16 - 8:33 pmI bought this car brand new in March of 2004 after I lost my 01 honda civic. When I first drove the Jetta I fell in love with all the gadgets, blue light gauges and the comfort of the car itself. But when I bought the car immediately the nightmare began, first a week after I bought the car the bulb went out in the dash below the radio, then my gear shift locked up , my battery went dead after 3 1/2 years of ownership, I had to replace the bulbs in my rear and headlights more than 4 times, my water pump and tachometer needed replacing, my driver side window have twice come off track, armrest is broken, steering wheel is coming apart. 6 years of owning this junk as been a real nightmare.
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I love my Jetta - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
By KCrabtree - October 27 - 10:00 amI too researched the new cars and I was sold when I drove the Jetta. I love it more and more each time I drive it. My husband was impressed with the interior, since he is a large man, he fits in it nicely.
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GLI VR6 is the Way to Fly!--No Regrets!! - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
By Jettix2 - October 27 - 10:00 amHaving previously owned a 2000 BMW 328i, 02 WRX, and 98 Audi A4, I wanted a sedan that had a sporting feel, was powerful, well-built, and had that "German feel" without the huge repair and maintainance costs associated with owning a BMW or Audi. The Jetta GLI VR6 feels and drives like a 95% BMW or Audi at half of the price. Jetta GLI is a perfectly rounded package......
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JockinJetta - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
By JockinMyJetta - October 16 - 10:00 amI absolutley LOVE this car! Before this, i was driving a Ford f250 and it was just too big and very poor on gas and now i have this cute, little car that gets grrrrreat gas mileage and the interior, exterior, just everything is wonder ful about this car! muah i love it!
