2004 Volkswagen GTI Review

Name: 2004 Volkswagen GTI Review
Brand: Volkswagen
Price: 817 USD
Rating: 4.8 (90 reviews)

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Pros

Potent R32 model, fun to drive, reasonably priced, lots of standard equipment, premium cabin materials, utility of hatchback design, available six-speed manual.

Cons

1.8T and VR6 models aren't really suited for at-the-limit driving, dated styling.

What’s new

The 237-hp R32 makes its debut for 2004 complete with a six-speed manual transmission and 4Motion all-wheel drive. The GTI sports restyled 16- and 17-inch alloy wheels. There's also a new fuel cap warning light.

Edmunds says

Need a sport coupe that won't beat you up during the weekday commute? This is it.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.04 per gallon for premium unleaded in Iowa.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Iowa

$209/mo

$165/mo

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Affordable Sports Luxury

A VW to BMW owner, 07/06/2010

2004 Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 6M)

This is the nicest car I've owned and I have owned plenty of American as well as foreign cars. It's nice to have every amenity possible including a cold weather package that included heated leather seat, heated mirrors, and head washer nozzles. The tilting & telescopic steering along with the fully adjustable seats make this car fit like a glove. The premium stereo is up there with …

Great car

tom, 09/27/2007

2004 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)

This is one of the best cars I have owned. I came from an Integra GS-R that was nice but this car out does it in almost every way. The interior is wonderful, the materials used are top notch. Think of it as an Audi without the price. It is solid as a rock as well as being quick and torquey (I know it's not a word). I couldn't recommend it more!!

2004 Volkswagen GTI

Turbonium Commuter, 09/25/2005

2004 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)

My 2004 Volkswagen GTI has been first rate from the moment I took it off the lot. It is a considerable improvement in build quality over early models. I traded in a 2002 Golf for this GTI. The turbo, 17" wheels and sport seats make a huge difference. If you need one car to do it all, and you don't want to blow a ton of money, this is it. Romp on the pedal and this car will take off …

2004 VW GTI VR6

Adam, 02/02/2005

2004 Volkswagen GTI VR6 2dr Hatchback (2.8L 6cyl 6M)

From the day I owned this car it has been a pleasure to drive. VW has a knack for incorperating 'feel' into thier cars. My GTI has more 'feel' than almost any non german car I have driven. Some people do not like to feel the road while they drive and just want to be as disconnected from the driving experience as possible. If you are one of these people do not get a VW. But if you …

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2004 GTI Highlights

Trim:

1.8T

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$19,250
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	24 MPG
Cost to Drive	$209/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	18 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the GTI include:

Alarm
Stability Control

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2004 Volkswagen GTI Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.04 per gallon for premium unleaded in Iowa.}