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Used 2005 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan Consumer Reviews

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Classy Small Car

Mike, 04/24/2008
2005 Volkswagen Jetta GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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My car has the 2.0L engine and the "Cold Weather" upgrade (seat warmers, leather seats, steering wheel controls). I like the look and size of this car over the new Jetta design. I get about 35 mpg with conservative highway driving(not hybrid numbers but at least it's a PZEV), and while it's not a race car, it moves with plenty of purpose. The proof of this is was driving with college students in all 5 seats, a full trunk of luggage and 3 bikes on a trunk rack, and still having power to pass on the highway(of course the mileage was not the best on this trip). I keep up with maintenance and care, the reliability on the early model years was not great but it seems problems were fixed on this year

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Germans do it better!

Lulu, 07/18/2008
2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This was my first brand new car and I've been completely happy with it. The base line model (GL) doesn't feel very base line with remote key less entry, power windows/locks, CD AM/FM and cassette, cruise control, chrome trim accents and those cool purple dash board lights. It's comfortable, reliable, nice to drive and gets good mileage. Servicing is reasonably priced and so is the car itself. I don't think the signal lights staying on were manufacturer default, but operator malfunction. Here's a tip, turn the lights OFF and they won't run your battery down. Good luck backing up in that ION. (that's a bad shape)

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3 out of 5 stars

The 4 Cylinder Jetta Sucks!

Jewel2, 12/16/2008
2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I have not had this car for a year yet and I'm already having problems. Like other owners, I have electrical problems with check engine lights coming on, coolant lights and all seem to be "fine" when checked by mechanics. Also the transmission sticks when driving. It sometimes jerks when trying to accelerate going uphill. My driver's side door squeaks when I open it. I've lost a hubcap and on a rainy day the tires slip. Also the fuel economy sucks on the highway as well so I'm left wondering, why did I buy this car?

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5 out of 5 stars

Totally Outstanding - Love It!

Jsparks, 10/05/2005
2005 Volkswagen Jetta New 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
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This car is the best I have ever owned. The Tiptronic is a really sweet option and the rain-sensing wipers are awesome...especially here in Seattle!! The drive is smooth and you can feel the tires grip the road. Driving in the rain on wet pavement with the ESP is like driving on dry pavement. I would recommend this car to everyone that wants a high-end quality vehicle for an affordable price!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love it...

mtbikercs18, 06/14/2005
2005 Volkswagen Jetta New Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
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The new jetta is such a great car... I just traded in a 2001 1.8t Beatle for it. And i LOVED that car as well. The new style takes a little getting uesd to but the interior is sooo worth it. Over all i give ths car a 9.2... i love it....

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