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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True cost of all that mileage - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By dfurdock - November 6 - 11:05 pm2006 Jetta TDI package 2. 183,000 miles. Maintenance costs are high, approx $400 DSG trans fluid service every 40,000 miles. Timing belt every 80,000 miles approx. $1,100. Syn. oil changes about $80. My dual mass flywheel just failed over $1,500. Also turbo failing approx $2,000. I am repairing all of the above because the car gets more mpg than most hybrids. I just hope that the dreaded camshaft failure doesnt occur. I will drive this one for a bit longer, buy a new TDI and hope for better luck. In spite of all the above I still love to drive my TDI.
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The Answer to Your Car Question - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Jason - November 4 - 7:00 pmMy Jetta TDI is the alternative to my F-150 Supercrew. It is a wonderful car. I went back and forth between another 4-cyl. Accord and the Jetta TDI. My first VW is just as intuitive, but sportier and a great driving value, compared to the wonderful Accord. I have put 10,000 miles on it in three months averaging 41 mpg for city and driving. I average 43 mpg at 75-80 mph, and 37 mpg at 85-90 mph. I get 50 mpg at 60-65 mph occasionally. Middle to high 40s mpg is very realistic. Everyone asks me what I think, I tell them, "I would have bought it a long time ago, if I would have known then what I know now." After all, I bought two of them. Package 2 w/ rear airbags, diesel automatics.
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Best MPG ever - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Robert Clark - November 3 - 10:23 amFirst of all: it is a German car - precise, exact, and yes, well built. Then it comes the MPG. I am taking weekly pictures of the dashboard of 50-54 MPG. I also fill at the same pump, same results. Mine is a diesel, but it drives like a gas, and contrary to public perception, there is no smoke, no noise, and it has a lot of pickup. I will keep this car until the doors will fall off. The MPG pays off every day...
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2006 Jetta TDI Automatic - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Kent - October 29 - 8:50 pmThe more I drive my Jetta, the more I like it. It is a fun car to drive. It handles more like a flat cornering, tight handling sports car, which I like. It isnt noisy but you can hear the motor purr when accelerating which is fine with me. It has plenty of power for normal driving, cruises easily at 60-70 mph, and accelerates at those speeds. This car never seems to labor at any speed, maybe because of the DSG automatic transmission. This is a 6-speed transmission with a sport mode and a paddle shifter if you desire to shift at your own shift points.
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VW #4 - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Dave - October 23 - 7:06 pmWhat can I say? My 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 is much better than all of my previous VWs. I traded in my 03 GTI for it. I bought the 2.5 with Pkg. 1. The car is a blast! Its comfortable, handles snow VERY well, has good get up and go (with the 5-speed manual transmission), and the interior materials are MUCH better than in the past. The trunk is huge, and my neighbors look at me like Im driving a Mercedes. I get stares everywhere I go, Im not sure how they keep saying the cars stying is bland. I like the lines, and the chrome grille area. The leatherette is great, and easy to maintain, and the controls are easy to use - except for that cruise control stalk. this is a great car, especially to lease! I am loving it so far, 3+ months and 3,000 miles into my ownership experience.
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Took that Chance and May Now Regret It - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By cuckoo4watches - October 21 - 5:23 amWell, Ive owned 35 vehicles, of which 5 were VWs. To me, it seemed VW screwed up with the more recent runs and after two poorly built GTIs (99.5 2.0L & 01 VR6). I said I would NEVER buy another. Well, I had to swallow my pride and pick up one this past summer because of a baby. I sadly traded in my hopped up Mini Cooper S to get something more family oriented. Now I may have made a mistake Ive had my car for 7 months and it only has 4,000 miles on it. All sorts of little fit and finish issues are popping up now and now that cold weather is back, my car doesnt start properly, with that high then low rev. I am a nit-picker but my wifes Hyundai is built much much better! Perhaps I made a mistake!
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VW Jetta TDI Auto - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By deblynn49 - October 19 - 4:13 amOur vehicle has less than 5,000 miles on it and has gotten 43.8 mpg for which we are very pleased. We enjoy driving it, the turbo diesel engine has an excellent response time, it really moves! I highly recommend it for value, fuel economy and just for fun.
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Fun Car - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By Mike Tubesing - October 13 - 3:43 pmThe 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI is a really a fun car to drive. It has excellent handling, and is a very good looking automobile. I may have a problem getting used to puting in only 12 gallons of fuel and going over 500 miles. Our firt tank yeilded 44 mpg. Its almost like having a hybrid. I love the large trunk and fold down back seats, although my wife wont let me haul 2x4s yet. (maybe someday). I also like the ride, our last car was a Caddy, and we are really impressed how comfortable the smaller car was. Also, the instruments are well thought out and beautiful at night. The light combination is very striking. I love the safety rating too, althought I havnt tested it. Hope I never have too. I love it.
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VW Jetta TDI - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By stude - September 29 - 5:56 pmHas been a great car. Avg mpg 42+. Very peppy, great driving and riding car. A joy to drive.
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Excellent car! - 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
By AdamRobinson - September 28 - 3:40 pmOverall great car for daily commuter! Everything someone could need in a great small car package! I drive 500 miles a week and would want nothing else.
