Overview & Reviews
Two new trim levels join the Jetta lineup for 2006: the upscale 2.0T and the sporty GLI. Both feature a 200-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, and both can be equipped with VW's trick DSG direct shift gearbox. All Jettas besides the Value Edition now feature standard alloy wheels, and torso-protecting rear-seat side airbags are newly optional.
User Reviews:
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2006 Jetta TDI 5 speed Manual - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Bob Jetta - June 26 - 2:30 pmThe is car is great for commuting. It gets 40 to 50 mpg depending on how you drive it. It has excellent air conditioning. I am 6 2" and the driver seat adjusts very low and goes very far back so I can easily look out of the windshield without ducking. If you are tall, you now what I mean. It has an excellent turning radius, great torque on hills, and fast acceleration. I am very happy with the stereo system, package #2 with heated seats and leather etc... The stereo is not quite as nice as the Bose in my wifes Nissan Maxima but it is good quality and plays MP3s with a 6 disc CD changer. I have no complaints since I got what I wanted, a comfortable 4 door sedan with a stick that has good set of options and will get 50 mpg. I drove 200 miles home from dealer getting 47.7 mpg.
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The Seats are TERRIBLE - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Scott - June 25 - 1:40 pmI bought this car for a commuter vehicle and it serves this purpose wonderfully as far as an economical and fun car to drive. However, it is the most uncomfortable vehicle I have ever sat in. I am 63", 210 pounds. The seats are designed for someone in the 50" 120 pound frame size. I am so displeased with the seat comfort that I am taking the vehicle to a custom seat builder for relief.
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06 Jetti TDI Pkg.1 - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Bernard - June 25 - 6:13 amSo far so good with my 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI. I had a few minor issues after 5,000 miles The vehicle was poorly aligned from factory and the speedometer reads 4.5 mph faster than my GPS. this car has nice linear power and a decent road feel, though it has slighty higher interior noise from road than I would have expected. I travel long distances, mostly on the highway at 80 mph and have been getting 40+ mpg. The interior fit and finish are superb. It has a very Teutonic in look and feel (have owned Audi, BMW, Porche). The body panel fit and finish is first class. I was surprised at how little the dealer was willing to negotiate. I only received a $200 discount (as a matter of principal)! Still, I had a very positive dealer experience.
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This Car is the Best (50+ mpg) - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Thomas Horton - June 19 - 9:20 pmMy 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI is so much fun to drive. It handles like a sports car. The power is great from 60-80 mph, there is no sound just pure power. I am averaging 49.9 miles per gallon combined city/highway with 7,500 miles so far!
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2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 5-speed PK2 - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By MPGeez! - June 15 - 7:13 amFirst, Im disappointed VW removed most of the convenience features found on the 2005.5 Jettas. The car is reasonably fun to drive and handles better than my former car (03 Maxima SE). Its not a speedster and performs about the same as my last Jetta (85 GL gasser). Oddly enough from the inside it sounds a bit like my old 66 Bug. This is a decent mid-level commuter car with European demeanor. Im getting 45 mpg with a 5-speed. Its a Volkswagen through and through. Theres minimal clatter, smoke and diesel odor, but the car does require a bit more user maintenance and attention than a 4-cyl. gasser: special oil, diesel additives, driving habits, etc. Its really a mileage geeks car.
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Great Car, Great Deal! - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By JLev - May 24 - 7:13 pmI just bought a 2006 Jetta GLI 6A with package #1 and 18" rims about three weeks ago and I love it! The price I paid was about $200 above invoice after all the dealer fees and I got 0% financing. Its a great car that I spent a lot of time researching before buying, and Im very happy with my purchase experience. Something to note is that the new 2007 version will have several minor features removed, such as interior aluminum detailing, presumably for costs savings - not a good sign for this line of car or VW.
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DONT BUY A VW! - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By ihatevws - May 19 - 12:49 amI bought a 2006 VW Jetta TDi brand new. I am giving this review now that it has 130,000 miles on it. Heres the scoop. At 85K miles the dual mass fly wheel broke. Cost me $1500 to fix. At 90K miles the A/C compressor went out, cost me $750 to fix. At 110K miles the copressor has gone out again. Guess why? Cause the cooling fans under the hood went out! Guess what else? The relays are built into the fan so you have to buy the entire fan assembly. This car is nothing but junk. Its been a total nighmare and I hope VW goes out of business very soon! Next time I will buy something from Japan!
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Best car Ive ever had - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Donna Landrum - May 12 - 2:16 amI consider this to be the best overall car Ive ever owned. In town I am getting 42 MPG and on the highway I am coaxing 55 MPG. The performance on the road is more than adequate for my driving style. The interior suits my needs very well. For the money, this is a fabulous automobile.
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Great Car, Lets See How It Holds Up - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By jettafan - May 10 - 7:33 amWell the last time I purchased a Jetta was in 96. A decade later Im back. I love the design and the comfort of the vehicle. Lets just see if this round they can hold on longer then 100,000 miles.
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Laughing at the SUVs - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By swconline - May 5 - 7:00 amI have owned this new body Jetta since October. I traded in my sweet 02 Passat for it. Has more power than the 1.8T Passat and it gets incredible gas mileage! I test drove the E-Class diesel from Mercedes and didnt think it was twice the car (even though it was more than twice the price). The only thing that would meke trade-up is if they come out with the European version Passat TDI.
