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Used 2003 Volkswagen Jetta Wagon Consumer Reviews

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Good at first but then......

lilmnstrsmom, 04/07/2009
2003 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I loved this car for the first 60,000, then it was just problem after problem. I kept good care of the car but was having continuous issues with the water pump and other minor things. The major problem was the fact that a lot of parts in the engine were made of plastic so instead of replacing just a simple section of a part the whole thing had to be replaced. I averaged about $600 every time the car went in. About 2 years ago I spent over $2,400 at one time!! Recently the car had some more problems that included the fuel pump. I took the car in and the mechanic told me it was not worth fixing. The car had 119,000 miles on it. It did it's job. The sunroof was possessed.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Jetta GLS 1.8T 5M

TomcatRyan, 10/06/2002
2003 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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The Jetta is fun to drive, it scored very high in the IIHS crash ratings. Who else gives you a side curtain airbag. VW Dealers in the Chicago area suck! I had to go out of state for a good lease. I have the optional sport pack and the car handles great with the 17" tires. $250 for the ESP stability package that its a bargain! The Jetta gives you alot of value for the money. Check out the crash ratings on VW competitors,except for the Honda Civic,they suck! Great car for the class. Cup holder designed in the middle of the dash is terrible!

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Value for $$$

mio, 10/07/2003
2003 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Car exceeds expectations. This is my fifth VW, first wagon, and I have never been disappointed with the quality or performance of VW's. Do like the wagon - smaller than an SUV, plenty of back storage area. Rear seat room a little limited, but for my use is fine.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

1st class little car

Will G., 12/18/2007
2003 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Great car. 59500 trouble free miles. Would like more MPG however anything this fast won't deliver that.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Jetta is Junk

Tomcat42, 11/16/2002
2003 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I have owned this car less then 2 months. The car has less then 1800 miles on it. It has already been in for service 3 times, all with the same problem. Failed IG coils. The car just broke down for the 4th time and the dealer gave me an attitude. I have spent more money on rental cars then lease payments. I am pursueing relief under the Lemon Law. Due yourself a favor and steer clear of the Jetta!!!

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