2003 Volkswagen Jetta GLS review from North America
"A tease"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Leaking radiator hose.
Broken console latch.
Seats wearing in spots.
CD player malfunctions.
Replaced transmission at 30,000.
Front seat uncomfortable.
General comments?
I just traded my Jetta in. I wanted to save it for my son, but transmission problems plus premium gas requirements chased me away.
The car was a rocket, was solid, quiet and had a great fit and finish. Interior was first rate, except back seat too small.
The car ran rough, would pause under acceleration from rolling stops, and then the transmission began to slip. They replaced the shift control module, then the transmission at only 30k miles. The new one shifted late and still slipped in two gears. Service department staff cold, but fairly efficient.
None of us could ride in it for more than 45 minutes without back issues. In a way, I will miss it, but I can't take it anymore.
Hopefully the new Jetta is better, but I didn't take the chance.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 5 miles |
| Most recent distance | 31000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Malibu |
| Date of Entry | 19th September, 2006 |