Used 2006 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Don't Buy a VW
ihatevw, 06/22/2010
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 6A)
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From the radio & power window buttons peeling off to the worst designed tire jack I've seen, these cars are garbage. Volkswagen may make some sporty cars, but beyond the looks they are a big piece of crap. If you're looking for a reliable car keep looking but if you'd like to drive a hunk of junk buy a VW. Never again will I waste money on a German car.
DSG is for me
421ho, 12/11/2005
2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
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I bought the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI primarily because of the DSG transmission. This is our second car and my wife really does not want to deal with a manual trans. On the surface the DSG was a good compromise. However in reality there is no compromise. It is faster than a manual, gets better gas mileage and just as much fun (assuming your left leg doesn't mind acting as a support rather than operating the clutch). This transmission is what every transmission should be...a wonderful automatic with full and instantaneous control. The engine is wonderful too. The combination is fantasic. I bought the GLI because you could not get this combo from Audi in a sedan. The rest of the car is excellent as well.
Practical, Comfortable but not Spacious
Weekender, 06/23/2010
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 5M)
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We bought this car for my wife. She uses it everyday and we use it on long trips. It is comfortable with an excellent, balanced ride. The rear seat is a little cramped but the boot is huge. It is good to drive albeit with excessive clutch play required at idling speeds. The transmission is short and crisp. The steering is precise. It inspires a somewhat erect driving position. The fuel economy we get is 24 mpg, it could be better if VW didn't make this strange choice of a 2.5 5-in-line engine which doesn't really have stellar performance.
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.
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.