Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
19 -34 City / 26 -45 HWY
Horsepower
90 -200
Seats
5
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kathleen G
The leather seats and sunroof and the awesome stereo system.
This car is so fun to drive no mechanical issues at all it is comfortable stylish sleek I just absolutely love it you cannot go wrong I have a Jetta 4-door sedan that sits low to the ground I have no mechanical problems seat warmers awesome stereo system it is just amazing.
accountCircle Brandon K
The gas mileage is not what you would think.
Heated seats are very comfortable. I thought the gas mileage would be a bit better though. Large trunk space. Very nice riding down the highway.
accountCircle Gregory M
Super fun, great economy!
This car is super efficient and an absolute blast to drive. It is very reliable as well. Parts and repairs can be kind of expensive, but i love my car.
accountCircle Lena B
The car is good on gas and it runs excellent.
The car is a very nice size, four doors good on gas, it also have seat warmers. It has a CD player and radio stereo. Electric windows with sunroof, adjustable steering wheel and a lot gas tank.
accountCircle James H
In love with my VW Jetta. It's an absolute must!
I love my VW Jetta. Not only has it been a reliable car, it's also fun to drive. It's a four door car with a sporty feel. I would recommend this car to anyone. It's comfortable, stylish and it's great on gas..
accountCircle Jack M
Great look and comfortable. Great for long distance or short road trips. Very comfortable and low maintenance.
I have not had any probntenance that I take my car to People Boys in Tulsa. Warantly is great as will. Handles grel lems. Performance is excellent. Great for road trips with my family. Low maintenance Handles great with great steering capabilities.
accountCircle Eliza S
My car is reliable and consistent. It is compact yet spacious.
I love my VW Jetta. The vehicle is reliable and drives well. Minor upkeep is required. My favorite features include the sunroof and heated seats.
accountCircle Dominic S
It has great gas mileage. It's a great looking car and it handles really well
I like the gas mileage. I like the sleek look of the car. I like how the car handles. I don't like how hard it is to replace parts

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle alice m
Nobody really wants to work on a German car. And the repairs are expensive.
I like that it is small and compact, I dislike that in the past year so many things are either falling over and needing repair.
accountCircle Lauren M
Expensive repairs and a gas guzzler.
I'm really unhappy with this car. Mostly because it has terrible fuel mileage and is ridiculously expensive to fix due to the foreign parts. I feel like I'm always having to take it to the shop to fix something, which ends up being much more troublesome than I anticipated.
accountCircle Jorden H
My Volkswagens problems and flaws.
My vehicle is not reliable and has a lot of check engine problems, my gas meter is broken so I never really know how much gas I have in my car all the time. I have gone through multiple mechanical problems with my car regarding knock sensors, overheating, etc, and I also have a exhaust leak somewhere so when ever I have my ac on and I am stopped at a light my car will fill up with the smell of gas.
accountCircle Steven A
A good used car to use every day.
It is a very nice car that does not give me any problems. The car handles well and is good with gas mileage. Even though it is an older model it drives well.
accountCircle Michael P
Green Volkswagen station wagon.
This car seems to have some minor electrical problems from time to time. I bought it used and the previous owners took great care of the engine, but the interior is horrible. Once I got it cleaned up it drove very smooth and parts for it are pretty reasonable. Overall it is very dependable though.
accountCircle Karen K
Fun To Drive, The way it Handles on Wet Roads Snow covered roads
I like the way it handles on the road, Fun to drive I like the body style . Comfortable seating .
accountCircle Dana S
It's a great piece of junk.
Has had every problem possible, but when it isn't having a problem it's a great car. Have had to replace the water pump twice, the oil pan twice, the alternator, fuel pump, battery and now the reverse does not work until the car has been idling running for 40 minutes or driving for about 15 minutes. The wheels are about to fall off but it has 230k miles. I love to hate my Jetta and I hate to love it. Leather heated seats still work great.
accountCircle Mark E
The windows do not roll up on the passenger side.
The cost of maintenance is high, the car also has a bunch of check engine lights on. Has a bad transmission. Bad o2 sensors and smells like gas.

Volkswagen Jetta Models

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

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GL Sedan
90 HP 40-40 MPG 5 Seats
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GL Wagon
90 HP 40-40 MPG 5 Seats
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GLS Sedan
90 HP 40-40 MPG 5 Seats
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GLS Wagon
90 HP 40-40 MPG 5 Seats
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GLI Sedan
200 HP 26-26 MPG 5 Seats
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GLX Wagon
174 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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GLX Sedan
200 HP 26-26 MPG 5 Seats
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2002 Volkswagen Jetta Owner Reviews

4.10
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5 stars 39%
4 stars 39%
3 stars 18%
2 stars 3%
1 star 2%
accountCircle Kathleen G on March 25, 2021
The leather seats and sunroof and the awesome stereo system.
This car is so fun to drive no mechanical issues at all it is comfortable stylish sleek I just absolutely love it you cannot go wrong I have a Jetta 4-door sedan that sits low to the ground I have no mechanical problems seat warmers awesome stereo system it is just amazing.
accountCircle Lauren M on March 12, 2021
Expensive repairs and a gas guzzler.
I'm really unhappy with this car. Mostly because it has terrible fuel mileage and is ridiculously expensive to fix due to the foreign parts. I feel like I'm always having to take it to the shop to fix something, which ends up being much more troublesome than I anticipated.

Ranks #9 Small Cars by Owners

The 2002 Volkswagen Jetta has an average owner rating of 4.17 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 24 other Small Cars.

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Ranks #10 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2002 VW Jetta power steering fluid type?

Answer: The type of power steering fluid that is used in the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta is any CHF (central hydraulic fluid) 11S. The capacity for the vehicle is around 0.95 quarts of fluid. Power steering fluid is...

What's the 2002 VW Jetta brake fluid type?

Answer: The 2002 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with DOT 4 brake fluid. The reservoir can usually be located on the drivers side of the engine bay towards the rear. Brake lubricants work with the Jetta's shoes, rotors...

What is the 2002 VW Jetta fuel pump relay location?

Answer: In the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta, the fuel pump relay will be located in Your relay panel, which can be found behind the left side of the dashboard. You'll need to go underneath the dashboard to locate it. Once...

How do i perform the 2002 VW Jetta immobilizer reset?

Answer: To perform the 2002 VW Jetta immobilizer reset insert Your original, synced smart key into the car ignition and start the engine. Turn off the engine and remove the key from the ignition. Press the Lock button...

What's the 2002 vw jetta bolt pattern?

Answer: The 2002 VW Jetta bolt pattern iS5 luG3.97 inch or 100mm High Positive Offset. This part will need to be changed some day. You don't want to get into any wrecks on the road. You should replace Your tires every...

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Safety & Reliability

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Overall

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Rollover

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety