2009 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan User Reviews

Pros

Fuel Economy - Build Quality - Looks - Don't see many around

Cons

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Purchased As New

I traded a 2008 Scion xB for the Jetta Sportwagen TDI with the six speed manual transmission. I used the Scion for hauling materials for work and the car served well. But the car was vandalized twice and just didn't fit my personality. Not really into the Gangster/tuner thing. Was looking for a car with similar room but more upscale and non polarizing looks. I got much more than that.

First off the standard features, build quality, solid construction, are unequalled at this price (about $25K). But that turbo diesel is the real star on this car. Take off in first gear is a bit grabby when new but after about 600 miles it smoothed out nicely. Torque is plentiful and easily accessible. Panoramic sunroof was not necessary but glad I have it now.

This car gets some attention because there aren't many on the road and it looks good/rich in the platinum gray. Many are surprised that it is a diesel and that it gets mileage in the 40's. This car is one great value.

I did have a couple of issues with the right side power mirror motor going out right away. And the driver's door needed to be adjusted. But VW service took care of it quickly.

I really like this car and I just hope that the reliability will be up to what I am used to with Toyota. VW has made great strides in quality over the last couple of years, and the diesel engine is a winner. The $1,300 government tax credit helps bring down the already reasonable cost as well.

One other interesting side note. With the car running, I put my nose into the tail pipe and took a good wiff through the nose. Absolutely nothing... no smell, taste, oder at all. It was like breathing in air from an air purifier... amazing. I've read that air coming out of the tailpipe is cleaner than the air going in the engine.

So if you do buy one of these... suicide by sitting in your garage with the car running may take a while.