Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Volkswagen Jetta sees a few changes. Most notably, the sedan gets a bump up in power, thanks to a revised 2.5-liter standard engine good for 170 horsepower and 177 pound-feet of torque. Trim levels get new names: S, SE and SEL. The 2.0T engine is available only on the newly revised limited-edition Wolfsburg Edition model and the Volkswagen GLI. (Volkswagen has dropped the "Jetta" name in a move to make the GLI similar to the GTI. The GLI is reviewed separately.) A power two-way recline feature for the driver seat is now standard across all trims.

• Pleasant ride, high-end interior materials, long list of safety features, meticulous build quality.

User Reviews:

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  Get yourself a Wolfsburg - 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
  By ndmike88 - May 21 - 7:33 pm

  Have only had our Jetta Wolfsburg 2 weeks and so far it has been a blast to drive. Interior and exterior quality are the best I have ever seen in a new vehicle. (And I have been driving over 40 years. First VW). Several people at work asked me when I bought a BMW. When I tell them its a VW Jetta they cant believe it. Great car for a nice price.

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  Great Car - Questionable Quality - 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
  By WolfsburgBuyer - May 15 - 11:50 pm

  This car drives great, interior design is outstanding. Loved it until I discovered that the A/C was draining into the cabin floor. 3rd trip to the dealer might get it fixed. Had a couple of other fit/finish issues with the build quality.

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  First VW - 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
  By First VW - May 7 - 10:16 pm

  Love It! Bought it for my wife, but havent stopped driving it at every opportunity. Fun to drive, fast, comfortable. Only problem is the DSG transmission. Wish I bought the manual. The DSG shifts smoothly but is awkward at a start, and is difficult to start on a hill. Its kind of like driving a manual shift without the benefit of controlling it with a clutch. The dealership says its received many complaints but "thats the way its supposed to work". BUT they extended the DSG warranty ;) Bottom line is that theres a problem, they dont know how to fix it, so they extend the warranty to calm the masses. Poor solution. BUT Would definitely buy it again. Most fun car to drive ever!

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  Best Car riding Experience at a low cost - 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
  By pgautam - April 15 - 9:30 pm

  I fell in love with this car the first time I saw it in the dealership where I had visited just see how it looked like. I had seen some pictures of it in website. It offered everything that I needed - leather seats, heated seats, sun roof, music system, elegant interior. Bests of German Engineering at a modest price. The interior looked so elegant and sharp, and it appealed me too much. I bought it on the same day.

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  Best car I ever bought - 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Tim - March 12 - 10:46 am

  Buying this car was one of the best decisions I ever made. Im extremely happy. Quiet, smooth, quick, reliable, safe. I can go on and on.

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  Wolfsburg Edition = Great Value - 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Happy in onnecticut - February 12 - 10:23 am

  For the price of a loaded Civic, purchased a loaded Wolfsburg with a far more sophisticated and powerful drivetrain (engine & transmission). The turbo 4cyl and DSG six speed transmission are the same used in the Audi A3, TT, and A4, as well as the VW GTI and GLI.

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  Mileage problems - 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
  By tigrone - February 5 - 9:06 am

  Definitely an improved car from what they were in the past years. I am enjoying the rides.

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  Awesome Car!! - 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
  By sherrile39 - February 4 - 5:33 pm

  I was a former Jetta owner. The biggest mistake I have ever made was trading that Jetta in on a Ford Mustang GT. I have learned the biggest lesson of my life! Never again! Its unbelievable the torgue this little car has. You better hang on or shell get away from you. I love the tiptronic transmission. So whatever mood I am in I can adjust the shifter to what I need, making it very fun to drive. The sport suspension gives it a great handling ride. It offers everything I need, from the sunroof to the 17 inch wheels. Stylish car inside and out. I love this car. VW I am so glad to be back!

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  Excellent car for the money - 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
  By JK - January 27 - 7:33 am

  Ive had this car for about 6 months after having an Infiniti G35x. Considering this car was almost half the price of a new G, its shockingly nice. I love the look with the 17" wheels. The stereo is just OK but coming from the G its hard to compete. The ride is smooth and the engine is outstanding. After 6 months of using 89 octane, Im averaging 28 MPG in mixed driving which is GREAT. Much more than I expected. Ive had tanks where Ive had 60% highway driving and gotten 30 MPG on the entire tank. They are selling this car very short with the EPA ratings.

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  Quality design over other sedans - 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
  By RyanZ - January 20 - 7:46 pm

  This inline 5 cylinder out performs all other sedans I test drove. Its just a fun car to drive even though it doesnt get the greatest gas mileage. The interior layout and speaker system is another great advantage over other makes out there. This car looks more sporty that the rest of the pack as well.