1994 Volkswagen Jetta Review
1994 Volkswagen Jetta Review





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What’s new
GLS and GLX models arrive this year. ABS is optional on GL and GLS; standard on GLX. Dual airbags are phased in shortly after 1994 production begins. GLX features 2.8-liter V6 and traction control.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1994 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Sedan 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 $3.23 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$167/mo
Jetta GLS
vs
$170/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 1994 Volkswagen Jetta.
5 star(50%)
4 star(33%)
3 star(10%)
2 star(7%)
1 star(0%)
30 reviews
Most helpful consumer reviews
3.75 out of 5 stars
Great car
VWred-dragon, 02/03/2004
1994 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 4dr Sedan
I bought my 94 GLX VR6 in September of
2003 with 103,000 miles on it. The
car was purchased in good condition, I
had to do regular 10 year expected
maintenence on it but nothing out of
the ordinary (repacked wheel berrings,
tune up, accessory belt, fixed a tiny
coolent leak, valve cover gasket, and
motor mount) the car runs great and
performs excellently. (My model … was
made in Germany, not Mexico)
4.5 out of 5 stars
this car runs great
just keeps running.., 12/24/2008
1994 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
I purchased this car from a post on Craigs List for $850 cash. The gauges did not work, the a/c had been bypassed, and the catalytic converter was shot. But the car ran good. Good clutch, strong runner, no leaks anywhere. The car has somewhere around 135k miles. I have been replacing little things that should have been fixed or replaced during this cars 14 years of life. … However, the parts aren't that expensive if you buy them used from the internet. Remember...you have to maintain Jettas to get the life out of them. I will drive this Jetta until it gets tired, and it gives 100% everyday. This is a good car, to say the absolute least. Thumbs up. I will always drive VW.
4.13 out of 5 stars
My Beloved Jetta, will be missed :(
Cory G, 01/15/2009
1994 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
I bought my first car which was My Beloved Jetta in 2007. I really enjoyed that car so much that I was going to hook it up with some nice stuff. It was used so I knew what I was getting. It was green, 5 speed manual, sunroof, am/fm cassette radio, what I wanted for a first car. I had to sell it because it failed inspection for emissions, sunroof leaked, gotten into a couple of fender … benders :(. I miss that car. I drive a Chevy HHR now, still miss the Jetta.
4.25 out of 5 stars
Jetta Fan
KendraH, 02/17/2009
1993 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan
I bought one used from a private sale. It had 100 thousand miles on it when purchased. It had over 200K miles on it before we turned it in. The cost of the repairs were worth more than the car when we replaced it. The ride was very smooth, as you could ride the highway in third gear and not realize it. Only major repairs we needed to do was for brakes and muffler. This was the first … Jetta I owned and made me a huge fan of Volkswagens. It made a great family car. Due to its size, was able to park in the school's parking lot very easily amongst all the minivans and SUVs.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1994 Volkswagen Jetta, so we've included reviews for other years of the Jetta since its last redesign.
Features & Specs
- Base MSRP
- N/A
- MPG & Fuel
- 21 City / 28 Hwy / 23 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 14.5 gal. capacity
- Drivetrain
- Type: front wheel drive
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Engine
- Inline 4 cylinder
- Horsepower: 115 hp @ 5,400 rpm
- Torque: 122 lb-ft @ 3,200 rpm
- Dimensions
- Length: 173.4 in. / Height: 56.1 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 66.7 in.
- Curb Weight: 2,647 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 15.0 cu.ft.
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Side Impact TestNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
- IIHS Small Overlap Front TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front TestMarginal
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Used 1994 Volkswagen Jetta Overview
The Used 1994 Volkswagen Jetta is offered in the following submodels: Jetta Sedan. Available styles include GLS 4dr Sedan, Limited Edition 4dr Sedan, GLX VR6 4dr Sedan, and GL 4dr Sedan. Pre-owned Volkswagen Jetta models are available with a 2.0 L-liter gas engine or a 2.8 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 172 hp, depending on engine type. The Used 1994 Volkswagen Jetta comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 5-speed manual.
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