Overview & Reviews

For 2001, improved cloth and velour interior materials come standard in the GL and GLS trim. Side curtain airbags that offer head protection for front and rear passengers are introduced this year, and steering wheel controls for the audio and cruise systems are available on GLS/GLX trim models. Optional 17-inch wheels and a sport suspension can be had on GLX models and GLS models with the 1.8T or VR6 engine. The Wolfsburg Edition returns as a limited-edition model in early 2001 -- standard features include sport suspension, bolstered sport seats and 16-inch BBS wheels. All models get redesigned cupholders and a trunk entrapment release button. A wagon arrives in the spring of 2001.

• Solid build quality, rich interior materials, loads of features, available turbo and V6 engines.

• Cookie-cutter Euro-copy sheet metal, bigger standard-features list means bigger base price.

User Reviews:

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  farfegnugen - 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
  By brittany - August 11 - 10:20 pm

  This car is so much fun to drive, and easy to learn on. Parts are a bit expensive,but it hasnt really broken down. One tail light keeps going out, but thats about it. This is an excellent car and I love the turbo. The only problem I have is that it requires premium gas, which is more expensive than diesel. I only get around 22-26 MPG, so I would recommend getting a TDI considering gas prices right now. Also, it gets dents and scratches very easily (like from dogs jumping up). Overall, this is a great car.

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  2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T - 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
  By jason nichols - August 6 - 1:23 pm

  I have been very impressed with this vehicle as far as performance and comfort. However, the build quality and craftsmanship on the interior have been less than average. I have had several problems with this vehicle with only 64,000 miles on it. At 500 miles the transmition had some sigificant problems...while covered under warranty, it was a hassle. Other major problems that have occured with this car include a full rear brake job at only 29,000 miles and new strut mounts at about 50,000 miles. Neither of which were covered under warranty. Ive also had a number of minor problems with the interior. The center console broke after only a year and the rear defroster switch broke with minimal use.

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  There comes a time when you must let go - 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
  By VWroadtripper - July 30 - 12:53 pm

  Ive owned this vehicle the last 27 months and put about 40,000 miles on it from my last two years at college. It was Certified Pre-Owned when I bought it, and now it has close to 90,000 miles. Its a great road tripping/commuting car, fun to drive, but as the miles piled up, the costs to maintain it grew. From my records, every 5,000 miles I put on it, it needed about $1,000 in service (parts and labor). Over the last three months, Ive put less than 3,000 miles on it yet pumped close to $2,000 into it, just to maintain it. This is my third and final Jetta, and although I love VWs, I would suggest to buy them new, never used because once they get to 70,000 miles, something is always wrong. 2007 Rabbit here we come!

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  This car will turn you on - 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
  By gettadub734 - July 16 - 3:26 pm

  I bought the car 6 months ago I love my VW, very fast, good gas mileage unless you use the turbo then the gas goes fast, been very reliable to me only thing is the turn signal on 1 side is out guess thats common, but beautiful car to look at and can throw you back in your seat. Mine has 165,000 and runs like new its unreal, but I run synthetic oil and 93 octane.

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  Mexico+Tequilla=1.8T - 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
  By crabbykaiser - July 14 - 2:00 am

  The engine, suspension and transmission have been excellent. The brakes as well as the fit and finish have been a constant source of aggrevation. Although properly cared for the supposed quality BBS rims have been CRAP! Rattles in the speaker area, faulty rotors and rims that pit/clear coat failure make me a rather proturbed owner. After ditching a 99 Beetle for similar reasons, this one will follow shortly. My days with Volkswagen have come to an end.

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  Please stay away, please, you wont even able to sell it - 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
  By jzmsewa - July 2 - 8:52 pm

  I purchased a car from a dealer, with very clean carfax,140k miles, nice looking. However, the radiator start leaking within 30 days, so dealer covered it. After that,3 light bulb gone in 2 weeks, and 1 starter, 1 ignition coil gone. I am a student working as a food delivery man part time. The car make me quit the job 2 times because it stopped on street, or start shaking badly for the ignition coil. The the drivers side door close sensor gone, make my car anti-thief working at night in garage and drain my battery, and at the same time, the warning ding will keep honing until 2 mins you start the car( the sensor thought you drive with door open).Then the glove box and the trunk release

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  TDI was the Best Decision - 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
  By knophop - July 2 - 2:53 pm

  We had been looking at Jettas and were trying to decide between the 1.8L Turbo charged gasoline engine and the 1.9L Turbodiesel. The TDI was a much better choice, especially since the engine has proved to be much more reliable than the 1.8L turbo. There is plenty of torque, and the car feels like it has a significantly larger engine. The ride quality is excellent for a car of this size. The fuel economy is also excellent. I prefer the exterior styling to that of the new 2006 Jetta, but that is simply a matter of personal taste. If you are thinking of buying a Volkswagen, ALWAYS consider a turbodiesel. They are by far the most popular engine elsewhere in the world, and are the most reliable.

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  Worst Car Ever! - 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Juan - June 23 - 1:13 am

  This car has only given my nothing but trouble. I have had to replace the A/C sensor, fuel sensor and the best of all the timing belt broke at 72,000 miles and it is supposed to last up to 105,000. They never wanted to recognized the damage so the cost to fix it was $4,600. Only 50% of the actual car value. As a car: this vehicle is not worth it! As a investment: Volkswagen has the worst customer service: They never help (just lie) Think first before you buy one.

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  Good year for the Jetta - 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Andrea - June 18 - 5:26 am

  I never would have thought about buying a foreign vehicle until my bf got me psyched about the idea of owning one. We just went to some random dealership and I was so happy when we test drove this. Ive had it almost a yr now with no problems. Its got over 96,000 miles on it and is still a young one. I plan on keeping this vehicle for as long as I can.

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  2001 Jetta GLS 1.8 Turbo - 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Steve50 - June 11 - 10:00 am

  My wife and I just bought the 2001 Jetta a couple days ago. Its really her car more than it is mine. So far we love the power of the turbo. The leather is pretty comfortable and the exterior looks really sharp. We love the sunroof and the heated seats.