Used 2002 Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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24V 6-speed GTI
GPS, 06/07/2002
Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love this car. Great power across the RPM range and a lot fun blasting through curvy country roads. I strongly sugest test driving one if you are thinking of an RSX, WRX, or Sentra Spec V (what I was deciding between).
200HP love it
RobbC, 05/20/2002
Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The 200 Horsepower VR6 is great. The 6 spd manual seems easier to use and shift than a 5 spd I test drove. I bought my car with all the goodies. (It was the only one avail. in DC area at the time) This car has loads of personality and I love that. The car also gets 21 city and 30 Highway which I think is very good for a 6 cylinder.
Great, But Not Perfect
Lenny, 01/13/2005
Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love this car. Sporty, but versatile; I can just throw my mountain bike inside. I have the 24V version with 200 HP and it's SWEET! Very torquey yet smooth; feels like a much bigger motor. ESP is great and has saved me many times as has the ABS. Stock suspension was way too mushy for me so I lowered the car with Eibach springs, and Koni Sport shocks. Now, handling is a match for the motor at the expense of ride comfort. Only complaints I have are interior squeaks and rattles, and the soft wheels. Already had to replace 2 because of potholes. My Monsoon has been great, but could use better bass.
I hate it that I love it!
C. Putnam, 05/29/2005
Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
From the day I drove this car off the lot, I have been in love with it. Every time I walk up to it, I get a sense of excitement that I am about to drive it. When I get in and flip out my laser-cut switchblade key and turn on the engine the adrenaline really starts to pump...then the engine light comes on for the third time in six months. Okay...no big deal. I hit the road and feel like lowering the windows to feel the wind blow through my hair. The auto down/up feature is really cool. I push the button and the window drops off the lowering arm with a crash. That IS a big deal. These are just two examples of the nitpicky things that torment VW Golfs, Jettas and GTIs. It is now for sale.
Amazing car, could be improved.
anon., 11/20/2007
Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Really fun to drive. Best first car I could have asked for. A bit pricey for the build quality that is has. The clutch tore out at 35K and the glove box handle snapped off. Love the seats and the sunroof. Love the smooth shifting and the engine sound. Really quick. Nice handing and really nimble.
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