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2009 Volkswagen Jetta

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Vehicle Overview:
MSRP: $17,340 - $25,990
Invoice: NA - NA
Vehicle Type: Midsize Car
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 6
MPG: 21-30/29-41 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
2.0L I4 140HP
2.5L I5 170HP
2.0L I4 200HP

Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 3.5
Exterior: 3.5
Interior: 4.0
Overall: 3.7

Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

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2009 Volkswagen Jetta Consumer Car Review Summary

Top 5 Pros of 2009 Volkswagen Jetta

  1. Fuel economy
  2. Huge cabin and cargo space
  3. Solid, very tight
  4. Sticks to the road
  5. 6-speed Tiptronic

Top 5 Cons of 2009 Volkswagen Jetta

  1. Simplify multi-function display
  2. Quieter cabin - engine and wind
  3. Bigger fuel tank
  4. More comfortable seats
  5. Available all wheel drive

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Submitted 2009-08-05 18:16:20


 fl_dolphin

 

Performance:

3

Exterior:

3

Interior:

3

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
This is the best driving car I have been in for under $30,000 US. Sure a BMW 3 series is nice but the price is stupid money. The engineers did a great job on the handling. Even the rear wheels will turn up to 5 degrees to get me through a tight turn. ABS is great - But not if it's pumping all four wheels when only one is slipping. The Jetta has a separate channel to each one of the wheels and only pumps the wheel that slips. It stops in half the time of other cars.

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
I have a 2009 Jetta TDI - I would like another DC Power outlet in the rear and maybe one more in the front.

2009 Volkswagen Jetta Review:
I think this is the best car for the money around today. I don't want to go hybrid cuz of what batteries do to the environment, don't even mention the cost of replacing one ($5 to $6 grand). But if I were to get into a accident with that battery sitting next to my kids is horrible thought.
Just look at the door hinges that's thick steel. And no black plastic strips on the top where they joined the sides to the top, it's got to be stronger if hit in the side.
It's just a Great Car and a lot of fun to drive. I would rather have a CC. Maybe next time it will have a TDI engine.

Submitted 2009-10-08 22:23:18


 Alain Heon

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Fuel economy, yet plenty of power! No compromising.
Comfortable, soft ride.
Great road handling - not jittery like others.
Quiet diesel.
Low road noise.

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
FM receiver could be better.

2009 Volkswagen Jetta Review:
In this price range, I don't think you can find a better overall car. Considering fuel economy AND power, this is definitely the best car on the market. Driving a winding, bumpy road with the Jetta is a real pleasure. Compare with others, and you'll see what I mean.

Submitted 2009-09-28 20:43:11


 george

 

Performance:

3

Exterior:

3

Interior:

3

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Fuel economy.

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Fix the automatic transmission issues.
Insulate the underside of the car and around fuel tank to make the interior of the car quiter.

2009 Volkswagen Jetta Review:
The car I bought has an automatic transmission that shifts very roughly, I am currently taking the car to private mechanics to get a second opinion because the dealers say this is normal.

Last VW I will ever purchase.

Submitted 2009-08-10 05:58:13


 dan

 

Performance:

4

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Fit and finish - diesel engine is quiet and, once you get past the initial stutter to get rolling, quick and responsive.
Seats are comfortable.
Air conditioning is icy cold.
Love the 6 speed DSG transmission with sport, auto and 'tiptronic' modes.

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Need to work on the 'stutter' the car experiences when moving off the line.

2009 Volkswagen Jetta Review:
I was driving a 2002 GMC Yukon that I absolutely loved - except for the lousy gas mileage. Didn't really need the room of the Yukon anymore - looked at the hybrid route, but didn't like the premium price for an econobox. Camry Hybrid was appealing but didn't really get that much better mileage than the 4 at a premium and no more tax credit. Don't really consider the Jetta an 'economy car'...just a 'BMW Light' at a great price, with the appeal of the long lived, efficient diesel engine and a great price. 3 years/36000 miles free scheduled maintenance and the same for the warranty. I see myself driving this car for a very long time.

Submitted 2009-07-11 11:19:41


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

3

Interior:

5

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Very comfortable and practical car at a bargain price.

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Exterior styling is a little clunky.

2009 Volkswagen Jetta Review:
Very nice vehicle for someone looking for basic transportation, comfort and convenience.

Submitted 2009-06-30 09:43:08


  GUEST

Performance:

3

Exterior:

4

Interior:

5

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Interior
"Image"
Exterior design & execution

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Reliability - electrical/fuses

2009 Volkswagen Jetta Review:
Great car, but needs better electrical system.

Submitted 2009-05-19 23:51:12


 Michael Gallagher

 

Performance:

3

Exterior:

4

Interior:

4

Overall:

4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Exceptionally solid driving car.
German finesse/fit/finish.

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?
Performance modifications on the base 5 to increase both 0-60 performance and overall gas mileage. Does a 6 speed manual come to mind?

2009 Volkswagen Jetta Review:
A very nice car, but lost me on some major issues. I had an automatic and I found it very thirsty. I also went to the dealer for the cost on the timing belt to only find out the charge would be about $900.00, WOW! I've owned many Japanese cars with the same major service for about $200-$250.00. Volkswagen's reliability has also been an issue bordering between average and BELOW average on repairs. I'v been spoiled with Japanese cars that require no service. My only trip to the dealer is to check on their newer models.

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