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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LoveMyJetta! - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By LoveMyJetta! - November 27 - 12:46 pmI purchased my car used a year ago with 22,000 miles on it. I was reluctant about buying a used vehicle, but needed something inexpensive and good on gas for my long commute to work. My jetta now has over 57,000 miles on it and has NOT let me down! The car is roomier than the generation of Jettas before this model. The trunk space is HUGE and with the folding rear seats, you can pack a lot of items without a problem. The car takes synthetic oil, which can be costly compared to an oil change using regular oil. However synthetic oil is better for your car anyway and is typical for European engineered vehicles. Overall a great vehicle.
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Gremlins everywhere! - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Andy - November 24 - 6:00 pmThe new Jetta in impressive with its list of luxury and safety features. However, I have just over 10,000 miles on it now and have had constant minor problems. The radio was replaced due to a recall, the speakers rattled and had to have a repair made (the dealer broke the outside mirror control stick when fixing the speakers), there is a "ticking" noise under the dash which was a heating/AC modulator gone bad, and it still sounds like a tank when you first start it. Maintenance is rather expensive due to special oil and filter. The dealer has been terrible with getting parts in and fixing problems. Im not sure if its a dealer problem or if VW parts are hard to find. Take a long test drive before you buy!
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The Best - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By James Wald - November 24 - 4:03 pmThe 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI is a really fun car to drive. It gets great mileage and it doesnt look like the hideous Honda Insight or Toyota Prius. I cant describe how much I love my Jetta.
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I Still Love My Jetta GLI - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Mike Mc - November 21 - 7:10 amThis is a GREAT car. I have owned many different vehicles. It is reliable, fast, and fun. VW has built an Audi in VW skin. It gets 30 MPG on the highway, while accelerating to 60 in 6.4 seconds. How it is not on everybodys 10 best list is amazing to me.
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"BIG" Surprise - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Joe - November 2 - 9:06 amSo I never intended to even look at a VW Jetta but was coaxed into trying it on for size. Im 63 & 300 lbs so you can imagine my skepticism. I sat down totally blown away. Tons of head room, leg room, comfortable seat, & still with all of the above to spare. Next thought? oh it wont be any fun or have any power. 200 HP out of an inline 4 cyl turbo. GREAT pickup & performance, gears changing so smoothly I cant even feel them change. Takes a corner like a pro on rails. Great MPG to boot, well as long as you dont put it in the sport mode & drive normal. All in all I couldnt have picked a better car for what I wanted. Safety, performance, good MPG, 4yr/50k warranty, comfort, & style.
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Poor Mans M3... - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By the car guru - October 29 - 11:46 pmI used to own a 99 M3...so I know what I am talking about when I say this new GLI from VW is "a poor mans M3"! What I mean is, a new BMW M3 retails for over $50,000. The GLI can be bought (well equipped) for around $25,000! This car performs as well as most would expect for the price. Its powerful 2.0T engine gets you going fast right off the line every time. The spectacular DSG transmission is state of the art. (why hasnt Porsche stolen it from VW yet...Ill never figure out?) When you want to haul four adults economically, but in style and with a sporty nature to your ride...consider a GLI. Its the best Jetta of the bunch by a long shot! And a great overall bargain sports sedan.
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Why buy a 325 - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Sajohns - October 25 - 5:43 amRemarkably quick acceleration and handling for a front wheel drive. 17" wheels and window tint are a necessary upgrade for the value edition. Interior has held up extremely well and I have had no problems with the car so far, but of course it is still under warranty. It does seem to get out of alignment easily, which burns up the tires.
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New Owner - Retired Car Buff - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Frank Jay - October 5 - 8:00 pmI walked in to the dealership and asked for a Jetta TDI automatic with leather. One was found soon and we made a quick deal, but they held to the sticker. I dont like the $299 processing fee, but I paid it and drove home. I really like the TDI as I already have a 2005 CDI. Now all I want to drive is the TDI. It is getting about 12 mpg. more than the CDI. The Jettas handling and ride are excellent. Its torque is not as great as the CDI, but good for 100 HP.
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nice car - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By wisco06vw - October 4 - 10:46 amGreat car so far. Extremely fun to drive and my friends love it. Only problem I had was the power went out in my drivers door and had to replace the harness, but the warranty covered it.
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Fun, Fast, Watch out for the police! - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By JPnSEA - September 30 - 8:20 pmThis new Jetta GLI is fun. I always find myself traveling at 80 mph though, so be careful if you already have tickets. It has a smooth ride, with just enough power to keep me interested. I will not be winning any drag races, but with only 200hp I did not expect too, it does have some surprising get up and go though for sure. I have the manual transmission. I get comments on how the car looks all the time, I tinted the windows and picked the metallic black exterior with black leather interior and with the red highlights on the grill and brakes. It looks really nice...if I do say so myself. Overall there is very little to complain about...it does pull just a little when you are going all out but it is manageable.
