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A 4 year 50,000 maintenance free warranty plus the Audi service (mine was good) free loaners etc.
A quick Edmunds pricing on the A3 with Auto shows 26K msrp and 23K invoice (obviously Audi’s can go higher with options). This is the 2.0T so you’re already “moving on up”
WHERE DID YOU FOUND THE EXTRA 2 AIRBAGS?
THE SIDE CURTAIN PROTECTION ACTUALLY COUNTS FOR 2 AIRBAGS SO IN TOTAL THE CAR HAS 6 AIRBAGS.
THE SIDE CURTAIN PROTECTION ACTUALLY COUNTS FOR 2 AIRBAGS SO IN TOTAL THE CAR HAS 6 AIRBAGS.
Six airbags are standard: dual front airbags, dual front side thorax airbags, and dual curtain airbags for both rows of passengers. Optional rear side thorax airbags = TOTAL 8.
I'm looking to buy a 2006 Jetta 2.5 with Automatic Transmission and Package #1 plus Sirius satellite... the lowest price I've found so far is $20,919.... how much lower can I get?
Thanks!
Just have a few question on the new Jetta and I hope you can help me out with that
1: I went to dealer when the Jetta was first came out and the sales guy said there will be no DVD nav. system available for Jetta. However, I was check edmunds.com today. It is actually one of the option. the nav. option is not listed in vw.com as well. so I wonder the accruacy of the info.
2: I'm interested in get a 2 years /10,000 miles lease with VW. The MSRP is $25,779 and the taxes is paid upfront. Is there anyone can tell me how much would it cause me for the monthly lease payment?
Thanks
Alex
I think, at least in other models, that there are a number of features you can have enabled/disabled that use the key remote.
Thanks all.
The Sandman
The 2.0 turbo does require premium, I think
I read 10.3:1 compression, though still VERY high for a turbo; Subaru WRX is 8.0:1.
I need a new car and have been looking at Accord, Mazda 6, Altima and of course Jetta. I drove a Value Edition and it really impressed me. I'm thinking of a regular 2.5 with Package 1. Are there lower profile tires on the 2.5 as opposed to the Value Edition? What are your thoughts on the ride over bumpy roads?
I'm a bit concerned about VW's reliability record compared to the others. Any thoughts are appreciated!! :confuse:
David
It's not just VW, it's all manufacturers. Consumer Reports did a recent survey and even the Japanese companies took one or two years to get their defect rate down.
Finally, keep in mind that right now, Japanese cars generally have the fewest defects; then American cars (!); then German cars. VW is no worse than BMW or Mercedes, but BMW and Mercedes generally have better customer service so the pain of warranty visits is lessened.
That having been said, the New Jetta is one of the safest cars on the road - check the IIHS test reports, look at the standard safety equipment (side torso and side curtain airbags, ABS, stability control). It is also in a "mid size car" weight category now, not "compact car," which is the category recommended overall by the IIHS.
Second best in terms of safety is Honda Accord - ABS, side air bags, but no standard stability control.
The safe bet is the Accord, but the New Jetta is just a better driving experience. Once you've had a VW, its hard to go back to mediocre cars. Even with their worse repair record, VW has a lot of loyal customers for a reason.
The regular 2.5 has just slightly lower profile tires than the VE, but they are not super low profile...I think they are 55 series tires. 2.5 has 16 inch wheels, VE has 15 inch...since that is the diameter this means the 2.5 would have 1/2 inch less sidewall.
We did not really notice any difference in the ride or handling between the two.
The Sandman
http://www.edmunds.com/new/2005/volkswagen/jetta/100515622/photogallery.html?pg_type=Sedan- - &imgsrc=%2Fpictures%2FVEHICLE%2F2005%2FVolkswagen%2F100515622%2F20023382-T.jpg
Today I was on my way to the Dealer because I`ve been having trouble with my brakes. I didn`t make it. At 20 MPH (in first gear) I found myself without brakes. With my brakes totally applied; I crossed a 40 feet distance and stopped thanks to a safety rail. I did not expect something like this happening, because last week I went to the Dealer and talked to the Manager about the brakes and he told me that the symptoms describe were normal as part of the ABS System.
I dont wish this car & experience, even to my worst enemy.
I know for sure, that one good thing about this car: it`s performance in frontal impact.
:lemon: Check the Recalls (2) & Tecnical Bulletin Services (6) that already has (considering that it was introduced in mid year) :lemon:
Anyway, I noticed on the VE I drove, the engine rattled for a bit when I first started it (the salesman drove up in the 2.5, so I didn't hear that one first started). I read somewhere in these posts that others had experienced the same thing. Can anyone confirm?
Also, the ESP (traction control) button didn't light up either on the button itself or a light on the dash when I pressed it. Was it malfunctioning?
I usually know exactly what car I want when I'm ready to buy, but this time, even though the Jetta has the best ride/handling mix and I love the feel of it, I'm really hesitant. :surprise:
Thanks,
David
Ive had my 2006 Jetta 2.5 (M) VE for about 2 weeks now. Ive had absolutely no issues with it at all. You gotta figure that most folks who have the bad luck to get a lemon are posting on the boards. The folks that are happy with their cars aren't writing, they are busy driving. Granted its been only 2 weeks, but I see nothing wrong so far. (/knocks on wood)
Once you do a cold start of the car, the pump turns on for the first 8-10 secs or so. Then it goes away after that. Our dealer showed us the ESP button and that worked great. Ive heard about people having problems with the trunk not closing, but Ive never seen that.
So far the ride's been smooth and its very comfortable. My wife and our friends have complimented us on how comfortable the car feels, even in the back seat. We test drove the Honda Civic and Mazda 3 before purchasing the Jetta VE, the prices were just too close. We've always wanted a Jetta and now we have one.
Considering the MSRP of a new Civic EX, Mazda 3, Sentra, or even factor in the Accord, the 2.5 Jetta beats them out hands down imo. If you want to go for fuel economy, then pick something else or a hybrid. If you want a car you can keep for 15-20 years then go with the Civic. If you want a nice ride, want to have fun on the road, comfort and safety for your passengers, or a nice looking car then go with the Jetta 2.5. The VE is just a steal, really can't beat the pricing. Once you start getting into the Package 2's then its prob time to look higher.
Good luck with your decision. :shades:
Eric
David - Is it possible the VE you drove did not have ESP, it is optional on the VE? You would think it would not have the button if that were the case, though.
And I can also confirm that the noisy start is normal.
Thanks a ton for your feedback. I just came back from test driving another 2.5. It did the cold start thing, and the salesman took me in to the Service dept. to talk to a seasoned tech. He confirmed that it's noisy valve lifters due to oil soaking down. The pump takes a few seconds to get oil back up there. He said there are no long term bad effects to the engine and the noise would probably be minimized once I switch to synthetic oil - which I'll do. I do want pretty good mpg, so I'm hoping the Jetta will do as well as I've heard. I know it's not a Civic or Corolla.
On the ESP issue, I did drive a 2.5 and the button didn't light up. However, on the car I just drove (another 2.5), it DID light up. Just an anomoly, I guess.
Bottom line, there are no 4 cylinder, 5-speed, sunroof equipped economy cars around here by Honda, Toyota, or now - even Mazda. I really like the new Jetta, and now I can't decide between the Graphite Blue or the North Sea Green. I like the lighter interior on the blue. Hopefully, I'll be able to make an offer on one by the end of the week. There are 4 VW dealers around, so I'm hoping I can bully them into near invoice!
I'll let you know how it goes!
Thanks,
David
Thanks in advance for any help.
The Sandman
1975 Scirocco - 250,000 miles
1987 Golf GT - 624,000 miles
1997 Jetta Trek - Just turned 150,000 miles, not a drop of oil burned, no major problems and still going strong!
2003 Wolfsburg Jetta 1.8T - 55,000 miles, no problems, and still going strong!
2003 Passat GLS 1.8T - 36,000 miles, no problems, still going strong!
Tell us about your wonderful vehicles, brother!!! :shades:
Not sure why it would make you happy to see VW in dire straits, but I don't want to go there, because it seems awfully personal. I have always been able to work out any problems I've had with manufacturers in a mature and professional way, so emotional statements like this typically raise red flags with me. But that's just me, of course...
Then again, VW is pretty much the opposite of being in dire straits. Stock prices are up 54% for the year, and no one less than Porsche just announced they are buying 20% of common shares in VW. The Golf/GTI is selling like hot cakes, so much so that the introduction of certain drive train combinations is delayed in the US because of the strong world wide demand. I guess all those tens of millions of Europeans who buy VWs are either delusional, or simply don't know any better.
Sure, tendency over the past few years has been that there are somewhat more reliable cars available in the US market. But are there many competitors that offer the balance of safety, comfort, design, and performance at the price VW does? Not many, in my view. To some people, going to the dealer for a repair (even if under warranty) once more per year or per two years than with another manufacturer is a big deal. To others, it is just a percentage difference that is more than balanced by other things VW has to offer. Again, reliability is just one out of many parts of the equation for car buyers, and for many, the statistical differences published (not anecdotal information) concerning VW are not enough to scare them away.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I started using 89 octane for several days and the problem went away.
From your description, it sounds like I have a similar 'moan' from my steering when turning at low speeds in my '06 2.5. I first heard driving out of the lot when I took delivery! I called several dealer service departments, and finally someone had dealt with this. Apparently, there is an incorrect viscosity gear oil in the front diff or transmission. This dealer had a car with the same problem, swapped out the oil with the correct viscosity, and problem solved. There's supposed to be a TSB from VW forthcoming.
David
That's the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta Value Edition PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl 6A) edition. You should also check out the First Drive: 2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI post.
Long term test, as the name suggests, should be revealing impressions and issues that come up with driving a car during extended period of time, not just one trip around Soutwest! Drive 30K miles then you can call it long term!
I understand urge to publish something, but choose your words a bit more carefully. Call it "One long drive"or something like that. :P
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But, why is it that Edmunds wanted a specific color? :confuse:
And I will point out again that this forum is poorly named since the new Jetta actually came out as a 2005 (that could be referred to as a 2005.5).
- Engine noise after a cold engine start- first 10 seconds is annoying
- Tried changing settings for interior and exterior lights but didn't work. I still don't have footwell lights even after I set it to ON and at 100%
- Opposite to the exhaust, on the right side facing the back of the car, there's a missing small cover or panel.
- Wind noise on the freeway
- Auto-open trunk door is temperamental. It works and it doesn't.
- Suspension on bumpy road is between average to uncomfortable
- Called Service 4 times in 2 days to setup an appointment and always gets the voicemail. Still waiting to call me back.
Additional problems. The driver side one-touch up/down power window stopped working. And the front passenger keyless entry is not working. I need to unlock it from the inside.
Once again, I got their voicemail when I called to sched an appointment and I still need to receive a return call from them. Their service sucks and I am very dissapointed. I bought the car from Van Nuys Volkswagen in San Fernando Valley. I need to have my car serviced. Is there anybody who knows another place I could have my car serviced?
Don
Are you sure about this? This is news to me, and also a bit surprising given VWs dislike of creating unnecessary options and combinations. Then again, I have not seen one at the local dealer, yet.
I recommend full synthetic oil, which leaves a good lubricating film on internal parts even after most of the oil has drained back into the crankcase.