Volkswagen Jetta IV Wagon 2.0 (115 Hp) Automatic

Overall Rating

7.6 / 10

Safety 4.0 / 5

Engine 3.8 / 5

Value 4.0 / 5

Performance 3.8 / 5

Comfort 4.0 / 5

People\'s Opinion 3.2 / 5

Volkswagen Jetta:

The Volkswagen Jetta is a compact car/small family car manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen since 1979. Positioned to fill a sedan niche slightly above the firm's Golf hatchback, it has been marketed over seven generations, variously as the Atlantic, Vento, Bora, City Jetta, Jetta City, GLI, Jetta, Clasico, and Sagitar.
The Jetta has been offered in two- and four-door saloon / sedan and sometimes as five-door wagon / estate versions. Since the original version in 1980, the car has grown in size and power with each generation. By mid-2011, almost 10 million Jettas have been produced and sold all over the world. As of April 2014, Volkswagen marketed over 14 million, becoming its top selling model....(Read more on Wikipedia)

IV Wagon Overview:

Volkswagen Jetta (IV Wagon). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1292 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.4 s). The top speed reaches 192 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.0 (115 Hp) Automatic Verdict:

Performance Verdict

The combination of 115 Hp and an automatic gearbox results in sluggish acceleration and a less engaging driving experience.

Fuel Economy

The least fuel-efficient option among the 115 Hp engines, with noticeable consumption in urban settings.

Best Use Case: Primarily city driving, drivers who prioritize ease of use over performance and economy.

Community Verdict

This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.

Allowed: 50% Neutral: 9% Issues: 41%

3.2 / 5

Based on AI analysis of 22 discussions

Read What Owners Say

👍 POSITIVE

I have 3 new beetles. Along with a Ferrari, and a rolls Royce, and a slab side Lincoln Continental, and a W12 Phaeton. My winter Bug I lifted and put on all terrain tires. I’ve pulled cars out of ditches with it. It’s awesome.

👎 NEGATIVE

Tldr: I bought a Beatle when I should have bought a Mini/Favia

👍 POSITIVE

> (now with sensible cupholder placement!) My S/O's previous car was a 2005 VW Beetle with a 5-speed manual. She had it up until about three years ago. It was a wonderful little get-around-town car with (I thought at least) a roomier front seat than its platform-sharing VW counterparts. That was at the sake of the back seat, but we always had my car for moving people around if we needed. We

👎 NEGATIVE

I had one back in 2002, found a low milage 2000 black New Beetle with the 2. Slow engine and it was the car I finished college and started my work life in. It was cheap because of the electric gremlins, oh the gremlins and perpetually on CEL. It left me outright stranded once and in general the reliability of the car left so much to be desired that it made me swear off VAG cars to this day, compo

👍 POSITIVE

I worked for GeekSquad fifteen years ago and had one of these as a company car. I'm 6'4" and fit in it great. Absolutely loved that little thing.

👍 POSITIVE

my brother and i scored one of the first 500 they made when we were 18 and 19 years old. it was the first one that most people had seen and we we bombarded by crowds of people every time we drove it or parked it. it was like we were rock stars, it was so fucking crazy. people would run out in the street when we stopped at lights to see it. people would clap and just go crazy if it was a busy are

👎 NEGATIVE

In my time driving I’ve seen five cars actively on fire on the side of the road. Three of those were New Beetles.

👍 POSITIVE

I suspect its american thing. They drive a car until it stops and then service and complain. When germans tell you there is a maintenance schedule, there is a schedule on the dot. Keep to it and all is good.

👍 POSITIVE

I have owned multiple VWs including 3 Jettas in the last 25 years All were incredibly reliable. I currently drive a Tiguan and have nothing but positive things to say about it. I love it

👎 NEGATIVE

Poor maintenance. That is people describe toyotas as bullet proof. They survive poor maintenance better and have less maintenance issues. But go drive a corolla and them drive a jetta and tell me which brings you joy and which drives like a gokart. Vw all day just maintain it

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Solid build quality and refined ride comfort
• Practical and spacious wagon body style
• Excellent engine choices (1.9 TDI and 1.8T) offering strong performance and economy
• Timeless and understated design
• Good handling and stable on the highway

Cons:

• Some interior plastics prone to wear and stickiness
• Rear legroom can be tight for taller passengers
• Certain engines (2.0 automatic, 2.3 VR5) can be thirsty
• Potential for common VW electrical issues as they age
• Base engines can feel underpowered

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Wagon: 1998 - 2005).

General:
Brand:	Volkswagen
Model:	Jetta
Generation:	IV Wagon
Modification (Engine):	2.0 (115 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:	1999
End of production:	2005
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Station wagon (estate)
Seats:	5
Doors:	5

Engine:
Power:	115 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:	58 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:	170 Nm @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:	AVH, BBW, BEV More details about the engine AVH, BBW, BEV
Engine displacement:	1984
Number of cylinders:	4
Engine configuration:	Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:	2
Fuel injection system:	Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:	Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:	OHC
Engine oil capacity:	4.2 l
Coolant:	5 l
Engine layout:	Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:	82.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:	92.8 mm mm
Compression ratio:	10:1

Performance:
Fuel Type:	Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:	13 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:	6.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:	9.1 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:	12.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:	12.4 sec
Maximum speed:	192 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:	11.2 kg/Hp, 89 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:	7.6 kg/Nm, 131.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:	11.8 sec

Space:
Kerb Weight:	1292
Max. weight:	1800
Max load:	508
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:	1470 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:	1470 l
Fuel tank capacity:	55 l

Size:
Length:	4409 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:	1735 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:	1473 mm mm [12mm less]
Wheelbase:	2515 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:	1513 mm
Rear (Back) track:	1494 mm

Powertrain:
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel	Front wheel drive
Number of gears	4
Transmission type	Automatic
Front brakes	Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakes	Disc
Assisting systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type	Steering rack and pinion
Power steering	Hydraulic Steering
Tires size	195/65 R15
Wheel rims size	6J x 15
Front suspension	Coil spring
Rear suspension	Coil spring