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4.5/5
Comfort
4.5/5
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4.5/5
Fuel Economy
4.5/5
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4/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
brownandlow
on 06-16-2017
awesome on fuel
I have had my car since new, it has been a great little car. I have has little over 400,000 km, and still runs like the day I got it. The only money I have put in it is the timing belts and maintaince. and new tires, I drove my car from Vancouver Island to Red Deer Alberta on a tank of fuel. I would never own a car that was not a volkswagon.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
3/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
poopfish
on 06-13-2017
great reliable ride
owned the car for a few years now , it has been through the cold crabby winters and all the rough trials
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: TDI
by
20038381
on 11-21-2016
Excellent car and easy to drive
No major concerns with this car. Very clean through out. New windshield installed November 17, 2016. All maintenance performed is documented and available to the buyer.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: 1.8T GLS
by
germanengine14
on 12-07-2014
Safe, Reliable, and an Amazing Car to Drive
My second Jetta GLS 1.8T (I love this car). The 2003 model increased to 180HP, and it is a perfect balance of speed, agility, and fuel economy.
Comfortable leather interior (fully loaded) and sporty exterior makes this car one that I have been proud to own and drive. German engineering never fails to impress, and it has fully satisfied me in this great car.
I was lucky enough to purchase this car from a family that owned 4 professional mechanic garages - it was only given the best care and attention, and it has treated me equally well (in 3 years of driving, the engine has needed almost NO work).
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
JettaReview
on 10-22-2014
Review of MY Jetta
Some would say doing this is biased, but it's all true.
Comfortable, but not leather.
Performs exactly how a Jetta should (average). It's not a sports car, but it's reliable and has good fuel economy.
Loved this car, but have to sell to cover wedding costs.
Thanks for the interest.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: GLS Turbo
by
Ryan4278
on 10-10-2014
Good little whip
This car is a wolf in sheep's clothing. other VW owners will tell you this. I fell in love with Volkswagens because of this car. The 2003 Jetta 1.8T is a FAST car. my friends who have driven my car are shocked, when the turbo spools up, man this thing PULLS. additionally, she is pretty amazing on gas. my car has always been pretty good to me. The only thing I can say bad, as ANYONE will say, is VW maintenance can be expensive at times. VW and audi like to make is very very hard for you to do things yourself, and as a result you end of taking it to a vw or audi dealership, or a euro mechanic. Even simple things that anyone should be allowed doing themselves, cant always be done because its so advanced or need special tools. Other then that. I love love love this vehicle.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
4/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: GLS
by
maexio
on 05-30-2014
Fantastic Handling and Efficiency
I have had one of these for 11 years and if I hadn't moved to the country and needed a pickup truck I would still be driving it. The interior is comfortable on long haul travels, steering wheel controls convenient, and the fuel efficiency and reliability unbelievable.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: Black
by
MBC230
on 05-04-2014
Fun car to drive. Highway or the city.
This vehicle is fast off the line and it doesn't stop there.
It has 17" Alloys with low profile Michelins for cornering ability.
The vehicle had no modification it's all perfect VW engineering.
It gets great fuel economy and takes regular gas.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: tdi
by
BigA
on 12-11-2013
2003 jetta tdi
Super reliable car. bought this car new in October 2002. It now has 280000kms. OEM Brakes lasted 100000KMs.Things that broke are air conditioning compressor at 255000KMS Alternator bearing at 200000kms and the passenger seat heater at 270000kms.
Not bad for a great driving super economical car. It still looks great, no rust and the interior is like new! just awesome!
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
Ramtin
on 12-09-2013
little fun
its a super fun vehicle to drive, I drive the 1.8T Manual transmission. Its not the most reliable vehicle in the world but I can't complain. I have more than 200K on it and it drives great. I prefer my jetta to a new one. more power good millage. tons of fun. I have spent some money on my suspension and that's the only problem I had. I drive it hard so far so good.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
4/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: 1.8T
by
DR17
on 11-21-2013
Great Ride and Fuel Economy
Lots of fun, great fuel economy and a real driver's car this Jetta can be used as a winter vehicle or regular car
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2 out of 2 found this review helpful.
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
rbk3
on 11-15-2013
good car for being 11 years old!
I've had it at the peak repair time, right around 200,000 kms so all major repairs have been done as well as regular maintenance at Tune Dub for which I have all documentation. Does great in the winter and I have never had any troubles starting it on cold mornings. The inside has had a little wear and the key fob doesn't have anything to attach to a keychain but the spare works great!
Overall
4.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
3/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: TDI
by
Lightenup
on 09-22-2013
WORST vehilcle quality I have ever experienced
After reading reviews of fuel economy and vehicle longevity I purchased a 2003 Jetta TDI, with 220,000 km on it, and supposedly solid maintenance record confirmed by VW dealer. Over $3000.00 has already been spent on problems such as heavy diesel fumes inside cabin due to faulty turbo, replaced heater, replaced starter, fuel guage broke, timing belt replacement kit, fender rusted completely through, and more. The automatic transmission is now shot at 234,000 km with a quote of $4000.00 to rebuild. This car is GARBAGE and I will never buy a VW product again!
Overall
1.0
Comfort
1/5
Performance
1/5
Fuel Economy
1/5
Interior Design
1/5
Exterior Styling
1/5
Reliability
1/5
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0 out of 1 found this review helpful.
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: 1.8L
by
sptorbey
on 07-18-2013
Fun to drive..!!
Great on Gas, amazing stability, joy to drive. Very smooth, great standard safety feature in German car technology. all car features/function are working perfectly. used occasionally by my wife. I'm second owner.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
Jane9745
on 06-13-2013
This is a fun car to drive!
Of all the cars I have owned, this is my favorite. It has lots of acceleration, is very fuel efficient and reliable, and looks good too.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
JETTA2003
on 05-23-2013
Grest condition amazing MPG
Car has been well maintained. New front fenders, hood and drivers door replaced by VW thru rust warranty. 2 new tires (2 other low mileage). After market mag rims. Comes with snow rims that need 2 tires for coming winter. After market tinted windows. Interior in great condition clean (non smoker also). Car has lots of year ahead of it. If you know about Jetta diesel TDI's you must see this one. I have another car so looking to sell this one, but this is not a must sell. Have a look!!!
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: Wolfsburg
by
18T
on 03-25-2013
Awesome Jetta!
If you want the handling and speed of a sports car but the room of a 4 door, without looking like a granny car, this is the car for you! The 5 speed standard transmission 1.8 turbo is so much fun to drive, you have to be careful not to get any speeding tickets, I find myself speeding all the time! Great looks, fuel economy, & performance all packed into 1 little car... it's true, great things come in small packages!
Overall
4.5
Comfort
3/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
4/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
Jettafans
on 03-19-2013
A Good Car
My VW Jetta gls 1.8T is a nice car, driving it in highway let you have a satisfied stable and safety feels. Its inside decoration is also let me satisfied, leather chair, electric motor window, with top window, electric heating for front chairs, and so on. However, it consumes a little bit more of gas now, but it depends on how you drive it. It starts slow and let people have time to make action. Once it runs faster, it become a skilled car, easy operation easy and accurate control. I drive it for two years, It ever had some problems due to too old, however after fixing it, it becomes good again. I like the car's shape, it has a good looking, elegance, a little bit higher back, tight car body, totally I'm really satisfied with its appearance. I didn't drive 2013 new VW Jetta, but I look at them and see they havn't much changes comparing my old model.
Overall
3.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
2/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
3/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
cdew
on 02-12-2013
VW Jetta 2003 TDI
I get one thousand kilometeres on a tank of gas, not many car owners can say that. Car is very reliable and comfortable to drive.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
2/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
TDI_Amazing
on 02-03-2013
So nice to drive!
Has been flawless for us. I've had it for 3 years and have only had to do the usual maintenance things. between fuel and repairs, this car only costs approximately $2000 per year. Good luck finding another car to do that for you!
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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1 out of 1 found this review helpful.
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: 1.8t
by
Toniii
on 01-28-2013
Jetta 1.8T is a nice German car
Hi I own a 2003 1.8t Jetta its a really nice car...comfortable and has lots of power for a 1.8 motor with turbo..great on gas...quiet engine and sound proof interior...great on snow ...its a solid car... definitly a good buy.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
4/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
Geoff_HfxNS
on 01-20-2013
Great car
Loved it the moment I test drove it. Great car. Powerful, fuel efficient, stylish, reliable. Comfortable for long haul driving. Love the standard features-- especially heated seats and side mirrors in winter! I'd buy it all over again if I could.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
jamesfoxinc
on 01-18-2013
VW Jetta - Flawed but Reliable!
In the beginning I really did not like the styling of Jetta. It seemed right out of coloring books for kids. Straight lines and non-organic exterior were really off putting. But once you are behind the wheel, the things change. The car handles very well for what I paid and gets a really good mileage. The problem I had in last copule of years was burnt starter motor. Other than that, it is as reliable as universe!
Overall
3.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
2/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
by
rebsinafrica
on 12-24-2012
fabulous little jetta
i love my jetta. it's fuel efficient. it's classy looking. its reliable. It suits my needs and is a great little car for getting around the city.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim: black
by
Jettalover8059
on 12-21-2012
Its a great car
I own one right now,and I have to say it is the best car I've ever owned.I love the big car smooth ride,in a smaller car.I also like the antennae,and the signals on the side.Needs a little more cubby space for belongings though.Beautiful looking car.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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