2003 Volkswagen Jetta review from North America
"Great with exception"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The transmission started kicking at 38,000 miles, it's an automatic, but at times it feels like a manual. It kicks like I shifter gears without pushing the clutch all the way in. The kicking is sporadic so the service guys are unable to duplicate it. It runs fine for weeks and then it kicks or sputters.
General comments?
Other than the transmission I like my Jack, yes I named him. He runs smooth, corners nicely, has good radius turning on streets.
I drove 7 hours and I didn't feel cramped or stiff. I have leather seats and seat warmers so it is always a nice ride, even on hot days.
The inside lights and running lights are rather luminous and make seeing easier. I like that the inside dash lights are blue/purple it allows me to see what the control panel in parking structures without squinting.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 34400 miles |
| Most recent distance | 41400 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen 72 SuperBeetle |
| Date of Entry | 19th April, 2007 |