2002 Volkswagen GTI Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
Source   IIHS.org
MPG (up to)
21 -23 City / 30 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
180 -200
Seats
5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jerry S
The GTI is virtually bulletproof. I opted for a normally-aspirated V6 with a manual transmission and I believe it'll easily go 300,000 miles.
It's a great value and it won't let you down or leave you stranded at the side of the road.
accountCircle Peter S
Sporty, quick, and fun to drive!
I find my VW GTI to be a very fun, sporty car to drive. I also enjoy the fact that there are many aftermarket parts that can upgrade the performance of the car.
accountCircle Cayman A
Its fast and fun. It is an original from Germany and is hard to work on.
I love that it is fast and reliable. It will get me places I need it too. I dislike that it does not have ac.
accountCircle Nancy R
Fast sporty fun to drive!
Car has performed exceptionally!! Runs and handles great in snow and just fun to drive. Great performance car! No mechanical issues would buy this car again! Handling is superior goes into curves without any issues would recommend this vehicle to all young and old
accountCircle Darlene S
Best car ever owned. It just keeps going and going
Is a great car. Is a diesel and get great mileage. No problems.
accountCircle Matt K
02 VW GTI VR6 24V 6 Speed transmission.
I have a lot of extra features in my 02 GTI. Including climate control, leather seats, a rain sensor. I really like the 6 speed transmission and it is fun to drive
accountCircle Jamie M
My car is green and easy to spot.
I love the features. Heated seat are my favorite. The heater and a/c work very well. It is a reliable car and has never left me stranded. It is a standard and so easy to drive. The performance is very nice. It gets up to speed quickly which helps with lane changes and merging on the highway.
accountCircle Charlotte K
It is built with Audi parts, special edition.
Fun to drive a 6-speed turbo, small and compact... Do not like the 2-door, would be better as a 4-door..

Volkswagen GTI Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Base
200 HP 26-26 MPG 5 Seats
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337 Edition
180 HP 27-27 MPG 5 Seats
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2002 Volkswagen GTI Owner Reviews

4.80
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5 stars 80%
4 stars 20%
3 stars 0%
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accountCircle Darlene S on December 19, 2020
Best car ever owned. It just keeps going and going
Is a great car. Is a diesel and get great mileage. No problems.
accountCircle Matt K on April 22, 2020
02 VW GTI VR6 24V 6 Speed transmission.
I have a lot of extra features in my 02 GTI. Including climate control, leather seats, a rain sensor. I really like the 6 speed transmission and it is fun to drive
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Ranks #2 Small Cars by Owners

The 2002 Volkswagen GTI has an average owner rating of 4.80 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 24 other Small Cars.

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2002 Mitsubishi Mirage
5
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2002 Volkswagen GTI
4.8
3
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2002 Subaru Impreza
4.41

Ranks #10 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Volkswagen GTI has a combined MPG of 33 which ranks it #10 of 24 other Small Cars.

1
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2002 Toyota Echo
41 MPG
2
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2002 Honda Civic
40 MPG
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2002 Volkswagen GTI
30 MPG

Is The 2002 Volkswagen GTI A Good Car?

Yes It’s reliable. Never had a problem. I've had this car for a little over a year. So far the problem was I had to replace the motor. No problems cents.
Ashley R.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Volkswagen GTI?

I needed the motor replaced and the clutch. No problem sense. Drives well. Basic maintenance. The original motor only made it to 140,000 miles.
Nadia M.

Is The 2002 Volkswagen GTI A Good Value?

I did not get a good value. I bought it used with problems that I was not aware of. I paid $5,000 one year ago, but had to replace the motor.
Grace L.

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