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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fun but not the best quality

Superdad, 08/02/2008
2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5M)
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Fun to drive bought from my brother with 47k and now have 97k. To date I'm on my 2nd clutch and a new transmission. It died in the driveway once and If I had not bough an extended warranty at 49k -100k, I would be out $3k instead of $1800.00 for the extra insurance. I hope this car would go 250k like my toyota, nissan and honda. Not as tough as the Japanese stuff but more sporting.

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* Starting MSRP of $21,995 for a 2025 Jetta S 1.5L TSI® with 8-speed automatic transmission. Prices exclude destination, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.

4.88 out of 5 stars

Very Happy Owner

J. Avedikian, 12/29/2005
2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
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I was very suprised at how powerful the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI's engine is a low rpms. I also have a 225 Audi TT and this sedan out performs it. The DSG transmission is amazing with lighting fast shits that no one in a manual could match. I am still not crazy about the tail lights, but everything else outweighs them. I'm sure an aftermarket option will be available. I looked at the Audi A3 and felt the Jetta GLI was a better value since almost everything that was an add on in the A3 was standard or in Pacakage 2 of the Jetta. I've owned two other Jettas and two GTI's and this GLI has everything I've ever wanted in a VW.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

All around great car

Greg, 07/26/2010
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
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Some minor interior quality things need to be improved, like the window buttons have started to loose its paint, and homelink transmitter fell off. Over all its a great car. Have not had one bit of problems with it. Doesn't have that great of pick up and go. But has a lot of modification options which I've taken advantage of.

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* Starting MSRP of $21,995 for a 2025 Jetta S 1.5L TSI® with 8-speed automatic transmission. Prices exclude destination, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.

4.75 out of 5 stars

Initial Impression - First 1,000 Miles

Splashman24, 01/01/2006
2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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I have had my 2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI for only 17 days, but I have been impressed every day. The car handles extremely well with a firm yet comfortable ride. I have averaged about 28 miles a gallon in combined driving. The only minor quibble I have when driving would be stability in windy driving. I have to do a little more correction than I am use to. This is nothing major, it just was noticable. I came out of a PT Crusier that seemed to ignore strong winds. There have been no initial delivery problems which bodes well for future reliabilty. I smile with anticipation every time I walk up to the car. That's the best endorsement I can give as a driver.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

My Love of Jettas

Sunshinegirl, 12/31/2005
2006 Volkswagen Jetta Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
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I bought a 2006 Jetta Value Edition after little research. I loved everything I read about the car and was impressed with the safety ratings. I feel comfortable driving me and my little one around town. It is a very smooth ride and has a lot of power for a $20,000 car. The interior is functional and cool to look at. I don't think I will ever get bored driving this car.

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