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Model Year 2002
VW US Prices - Manufacturer's
Suggested Retail Price*
Jetta GL 2.0L (5-speed manual) $ 16,850
Jetta GL 1.9L TDI (5-speed manual) $ 18,145
Jetta GLS 2.0L (5-speed manual) $ 17,900
Jetta GLS 1.9L TDI (5-speed manual) $ 18,950
Jetta GLS 1.8T (5-speed manual) $ 19,550
2001 Jetta GLS 1.8T Wolfsburg** (5-speed manual) $ 19,600
Jetta GLS 2.8L VR6 (5-speed manual) $ 20,200
Jetta GLX 2.8L VR6 (5-speed manual) $ 24,700
* Specifications, equipment,
options and prices are subject to change without notice. Some items may be unavailable
when the vehicle is built. Prices exclude taxes, destination charges, optional
equipment, registration and dealer charges. Emissions charges may vary by jurisdiction.
**Attention Jetta Wolfsburg fanatics: The Jetta Wolfsburg package is not listed
below because it is a package, not a model. (In car-speak, that's a fine distinction.
But hey, we've got to give our lawyers something to do.) The Jetta Wolfsburg
is based on the Jetta GLS 1.8T model (listed below), with the addition of some
great features.
| Jetta GL | Jetta GLS | Jetta GLX | Equipment and Options |
| Engine | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| Type | 2.0L, 4-cylinder, in-line | 1.9L, 4-cylinder, in-line, turbo-charged, direct injection |
| Bore, in | 3.25 | 3.13 |
| Stroke, in | 3.65 | 3.76 |
| Displacement, in3 | 121.0 | 115.7 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Horsepower (SAE) @ rpm | 115 @ 5200 (85 kW @ 5200) | 90 @ 3750 (66 kW @ 3750) |
| Max. torque, lbs-ft @ rpm | 122 @ 2600 (165 Nm @ 2600) | 155 @ 1900 (210 Nm @ 1900) |
| Fuel Requirement | Regular Unleaded | Diesel |
| Engine Design | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| Arrangement | Front mounted, transverse | Front mounted, transverse |
| Cylinder Block | Cast iron | Cast iron |
| Crank Shaft | Cast iron, five main bearings | Forged steel, five main bearings |
| Cylinder Head | Aluminum alloy, cross flow | Aluminum alloy, cross flow |
| Valve Train | Single overhead camshaft, spur belt driven with semi-automatic belt tensioner, two valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic lifters, single coil valve springs | Single overhead camshaft, spur belt driven, two valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic lifters, single valve springs |
| Cooling System | Water cooled, water pump, cross flow radiator, double thermostatically controlled electric 2-speed radiator fan | Water cooled, water pump, cross flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric 3-speed radiator fan |
| Lubrication | Rotary internal gear pump, intermediate shaft driven, oil cooler | Rotary gear pump, intermediate shaft driven, oil cooler |
| Fuel/Air Supply | Sequential multi-point fuel injection (Motronic) | Electronically controlled direct injection (EDC), turbocharger |
| Emissions | OBD II, ULEV, 3-way catalytic converter with two oxygen sensors (up - and downstream), enhanced evaporation system (California cars with secondary air injection pump), onboard refueling vapor recovery | OBD D, Tier I, catalytic converter, water-cooled EGR system, onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) |
| Electrical System | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| Alternator, Volts / Amp |
14 / 70 (90 with A/C) | 14 / 70 (90 with A/C) |
| Battery, Volts (Amp Hours) | 12 (63) | 12 (80) |
| Ignition | Digital electronic, with knock sensor | Compression ignition |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Drivetrain | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Transmission Gear Ratio | Manual | Manual |
| 1st | 3.78:1 | 3.78:1 |
| 2nd | 2.12:1 | 2.12:1 |
| 3rd | 1.36:1 | 1.36:1 |
| 4th | 1.03:1 | 0.97:1 |
| 5th | 0.84:1 | 0.76:1 |
| Reverse | 3.06:1 | 3.60:1 |
| Final | 4.24:1 | 3.39:1 |
| Transmission Gear Ratio | Automatic | Automatic |
| 1st | 2.71:1 | 2.71:1 |
| 2nd | 1.44:1 | 1.44:1 |
| 3rd | 1.00:1 | 1.00.1 |
| 4th | 0.74:1 | 0.74:1 |
| 5th | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 |
| Reverse | 2.11:1 | 2.88:1 |
| Final | 4.88:1 | 3.20:1 |
| Capacities | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| Engine Oil (with filter), qt | 4.2 | 4.8 |
| Fuel Tank, gal | 14.5 | 14.5 |
| Coolant System, qt | 5.8 | 6.7 |
| Wiper Fluid, qt | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Steering | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| Type | Rack and pinion, power assisted | Rack and pinion, power assisted |
| Turns (lock to lock) | 3.00 | 3.00 |
| Turning Circle (curb to curb), ft |
35.8 | 35.8 |
| Ratio | 15.6:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Interior Volumes - SAE | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| EPA | Compact | Compact |
| Passenger Volume, ft3 | 87 | 87 |
| Trunk Volume, ft3 | 13 | 13 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Volume, Front/Rear, ft3 | 49.3/37.6 | 49.3/37.6 |
| Head Room, Front/Rear, in | 38.6/36.9 | 38.6/36.9 |
| Shoulder Room, Front/Rear, in |
53.7/52.5 | 53.7/52.5 |
| Leg Room, Front/Rear, in |
41.5/33.5 | 41.5/33.5 |
| Body, Chassis and Suspension | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| Type | Unitized construction, bolt-on front fenders | Unitized construction, bolt-on front fenders |
| Front Suspension | Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, 23 mm integrated stabilizer bar | Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, 23 mm integrated stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent torsion beam axle, coil springs, telescopic gas pressurized shock absorbers, 18 mm stabilizer bar | Independent torsion beam axle, coil springs, telescopic gas pressurized shock absorbers, 18 mm stabilizer bar |
| Service Brake | Power assisted, dual circuit, vented 280 x 22mm front discs and 232 x 9 mm solid rear discs | Power assisted, dual circuit, vented 280 x 22mm front discs and 232 x 9 mm solid rear discs |
| Anti Lock Braking System | Standard, all four wheels, 3-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution | Standard, all four wheels, 3-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution |
| Parking Brake | Mechanical, effective on rear wheels | Mechanical, effective on rear wheels |
| Wheels | 6J x 15" steel wheels | 6J x 15" steel wheels (6J x 15 alloy wheels standard on automatic TDI) |
| Tires | P195/65 R 15 H all weather tires | P195/65 R 15 H all weather tires |
| Drag Coefficient | .30 | .30 |
| Exterior Dimensions | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| Wheelbase, in | 98.9 | 98.9 |
| Track, Front/Rear, in | 59.6/58.8 | 59.6/58.8 |
| Length, in | 172.3 | 172.3 |
| Width, in | 68.3 | 68.3 |
| Height, in | 56.9 | 56.9 |
| Ground Clearance, in | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Weights | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| Curb Weight, lb, Manual Transmission |
2,893 | 2,975 |
| Curb Weight, lb, Automatic Transmission |
2,946 | 3,012 |
| Payload, lb, Manual Transmission |
930 | 940 |
| Payload, lb, Automatic Transmission |
946 | 946 |
| Fuel Consumption | GL 2.0L | GL 1.9L TDI |
| City, mpg, Manual Transmission* |
24 | 42 |
| City, mpg, Automatic Transmission* |
22 | 34 |
| Highway, mpg, Manual Transmission* |
31 | 49 |
| Highway, mpg, Automatic Transmission* |
28 | 45 |
| Performance 0 - 60 mph, Manual Transmission* |
10.5 | 12.4 |
| Performance 0 - 60 mph, Automatic Transmission* |
11.7 | 14.6 |
| *EPA fuel mileage estimates. Your mileage may vary. | ||
| Engine | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| Type | 2.0L, 4-cylinder, in-line | 1.9L, 4-cylinder, in-line, turbo-charged direct injection | 6-cylinder, 15 degree V, gasoline | 4-cylinder, in-line |
| Bore, in | 3.25 | 3.13 | 3.19 | 3.19 |
| Stroke, in | 3.65 | 3.76 | 3.56 | 3.40 |
| Displacement, in3 | 121.0 | 115.7 | 170.3 | 108.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Horsepower (SAE) @ rpm | 115 @ 5200 (85 kW @ 5200) | 90 @ 3750 (66 kW @ 3750) | 174 @ 5800 (128 kW @ 5800) | 150 @ 5700 (110 kW @ 5700) |
| Max. torque, lbs-ft @ rpm | 122 @ 2600 (165 Nm @ 2600) | 155 @ 1900 (210 Nm @ 1900) | 181 @ 3200 (245 Nm @ 3200) | 155 @ 1750-4200 (220 Nm @ 1750-4200) |
| Fuel Requirement | Regular unleaded | Diesel | Premium recommended for maximum performance | Premium unleaded (91 AKI) |
| Engine Design | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| Arrangement | Front mounted, transverse | Front mounted, transverse | Front mounted, transverse | Front mounted, transverse |
| Cylinder Block | Cast iron | Cast iron | Cast iron | Cast iron |
| Crank Shaft | Cast iron, five main bearings | Forged steel, five main bearings | Forged steel, seven main bearings | Forged steel, five main bearings |
| Cylinder Head | Aluminum alloy, cross flow | Aluminum alloy, cross flow | Aluminum alloy, cross flow | Aluminum alloy, cross flow |
| Valve Train | Single overhead camshaft, spur belt driven with semi-automatic belt tensioner, two valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic lifters, single coil valve springs | Single overhead camshaft, spur belt driven, two valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic lifters, single valve springs | Dual overhead camshaft, chain driven, two valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic lifters | Double overhead camshaft, spur belt driven, five valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic lifters |
| Cooling System | Water cooled, water pump, cross flow radiator, double thermostatically controlled electric 2-speed radiator fan | Water cooled, water pump, cross flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric 3-speed radiator fan | Water cooled, water pump, cross flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric 3-speed radiator fan | Water cooled, water pump, cross flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric radiator fan |
| Lubrication | Rotary internal gear pump, intermediate shaft driven, oil cooler | Rotary gear pump, intermediate shaft driven, oil cooler | Rotary gear pump, oil cooler | Rotary gear pump, chain driven, oil cooler |
| Fuel/Air Supply | Sequential multi-point fuel injection (Motronic) | Electronically controlled direct injection (EDC), turbocharger | Sequential multi-point fuel injection (Motronic), electronic throttle, variable intake manifold | Sequential multi-point fuel injection (ME 7.1), turbo charger with intercooler |
| Emissions | OBD II, ULEV, 3-way catalytic converter with two oxygen sensors (up - and downstream), enhanced evaporation system (California cars with secondary air injection pump), onboard refueling vapor recovery system | OBD D, Tier I, catalytic converter, water-cooled EGR system, onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) | OBD II, LEV, 3-way catalytic converter with two oxygen sensors (up - and downstream), secondary air injection pump, onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) | OBD II, LEV 3-way catalytic converter with two oxygen sensors (upstream and downstream) |
| Electrical System | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| Alternator, Volts / Amp |
14 / 70 (90 with A/C) | 14 / 70 (90 with A/C) | 14 / 90 | 14 / 90 |
| Battery, Volts (Amp Hours) | 12 (63) | 12 (80) | 12 (63) | 12 (60) |
| Ignition | Digital electronic with knock sensor | Compression ignition | Digital electronic with dual knock sensors | Digital electronic with knock sensor |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 | 1-5-3-6-2-4 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Drivetrain | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Transmission Gear Ratios | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| 1st | 3.78:1 | 3.78:1 | 3.62:1 | 3.30:1 |
| 2nd | 2.12:1 | 2.12:1 | 2.07:1 | 1.94:1 |
| 3rd | 1.36:1 | 1.36:1 | 1.47:1 | 1.31:1 |
| 4th | 1.03:1 | 0.97:1 | 1.04:1 | 1.03:1 |
| 5th | 0.84:1 | 0.76:1 | 0.84:1 | 0.84:1 |
| Reverse | 3.06:1 | 3.60:1 | 3.17:1 | 3.06:1 |
| Final | 4.24:1 | 3.39:1 | 3.39:1 | 3.94:1 |
| Transmission Gear Ratios | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| 1st | 2.71:1 | 2.71:1 | 2.71:1 | 2.71:1 |
| 2nd | 1.44:1 | 1.44:1 | 1.44:1 | 1.44:1 |
| 3rd | 1.00:1 | 1.00:1 | 1.00:1 | 1.00:1 |
| 4th | 0.74:1 | 0.74:1 | 0.74:1 | 0.74:1 |
| 5th | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 | 0.00:1 |
| Reverse | 2.11:1 | 2.88:1 | 2.88:1 | 2.88:1 |
| Final | 4.88:1 | 3.20:1 | 4.27:1 | 4.43:1 |
| Capacities | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| Engine Oil (with filter), qt |
4.2 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 4.8 |
| Fuel Tank, gal | 14.5 | 14.5 | 14.5 | 14.5 |
| Coolant System, qt | 5.8 | 6.7 | 11.1 | 6.7 |
| Wiper Fluid, qt | 3.2 | 3.2 | 3.2 | 2.1 |
| Steering | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| Type | Rack and pinion, power assisted | Rack and pinion, power assisted | Rack and pinion, power assisted | Rack and pinion, power assisted |
| Turns (lock to lock) |
3.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 3.20 |
| Turning Circle (curb to curb), ft | 35.8 | 35.8 | 35.8 | 32.8 |
| Ratio | 15.6:1 | 15.6:1 | 15.6:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Interior Volumes - SAE | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| EPA | Compact | Compact | Compact | Compact |
| Passenger Volume, ft3 | 87 | 87 | 87 | 87 |
| Trunk Volume, ft3 | 13.0 | 13.0 | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Volume, Front/Rear, ft3 | 49.3/37.6 | 49.3/37.6 | 49.3/37.6 | 49.3/37.6 |
| Head Room, Front/Rear, in | 38.6/36.9 | 38.6/36.9 | 38.6/36.9 | 38.6/36.9 |
| Shoulder Room, Front/Rear, in | 53.7/52.5 | 53.7/52.5 | 53.7/52.5 | 53.7/52.5 |
| Leg Room, Front/Rear, in |
41.5/33.5 | 41.5/33.5 | 41.5/33.5 | 41.5/33.5 |
| Body, Chassis and Suspension | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| Type | Unitized construction, bolt-on front fenders | Unitized construction, bolt-on front fenders | Unitized construction, bolt-on front fenders | Unitized construction, bolt-on front fenders |
| Front Suspension | Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, 23 mm integrated stabilizer bar | Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, 23 mm integrated stabilizer bar | Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, 23 mm integrated stabilizer bar | Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, 23 mm integrated stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent torsion beam axle, coil springs, telescopic gas pressurized shock absorbers, 18 mm stabilizer bar | Independent torsion beam axle, coil springs, telescopic gas pressurized shock absorbers, 18 mm stabilizer bar | Independent torsion beam axle, coil springs, telescopic gas pressurized shock absorbers, 18 mm stabilizer bar | Independent torsion beam axle, coil springs, telescopic gas pressurized shock absorbers, 18 mm stabilizer bar |
| Service Brake | Power assisted, dual circuit, vented 280 x 22mm front discs and 232 x 9 mm solid rear discs | Power assisted, dual circuit, vented 280 x 22mm front discs and 232 x 9 mm solid rear discs | Power assisted, dual circuit, vented 280 x 22mm front discs and 232 x 9 mm solid rear discs | Power assisted, dual circuit, vented 280 x 22mm front discs and 232 x 9 mm solid rear discs |
| Anti Lock Braking System | Standard, all four wheels, 3-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution | Standard, all four wheels, 3-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution | Standard, all four wheels, 3-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution | Standard, all four wheels, 3-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution |
| Parking Brake | Mechanical, effective on rear wheels | Mechanical, effective on rear wheels | Mechanical, effective on rear wheels | Mechanical, effective on rear wheels |
| Wheels | 6 J x 15" steel wheels (optional 6J x 15 alloy wheels) | 6Jx15", steel wheels (optional 6Jx15 alloy wheels standard on automatic TDI, optional on manual TDI) | 6 J x 15" steel wheels (optional 6 1/2 J x 15 alloy wheels) | 6 J x 15" steel wheels (optional 6J x 15 alloy wheels) |
| Tires | P195/65 R 15 H all weather tires | P195/65 R 15 H all weather tires | 195/65 R 15 H all weather tires(optional P205/55 R 16 H all weather tires) | P195/65 R 15 H all weather tires |
| Drag Coefficient | .30 | .30 | .30 | .30 |
| Exterior Dimensions | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| Wheelbase, in | 98.9 | 98.9 | 98.9 | 98.9 |
| Track, Front/Rear, in | 59.6/58.8 | 59.6/58.8 | 59.6/58.8 | 59.6/58.8 |
| Length, in | 172.3 | 172.3 | 172.3 | 172.3 |
| Overall Width, in | 68.3 | 68.3 | 68.3 | 68.3 |
| Height, in | 56.9 | 56.9 | 56.9 | 56.9 |
| Ground Clearance, in | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Weights | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| Curb Weight, lb, Manual Transmission |
2,908 | 2,983 | 3,054 | 2,952 |
| Curb Weight, lb, Automatic Transmission |
2,959 | 3,025 | 3,107 | 3,005 |
| Payload, lb, Manual Transmission |
930 | 935 | 948 | 930 |
| Payload, lb, Automatic Transmission |
945 | 933 | 939 | 944 |
| Fuel Consumption | GLS 2.0L | GLS 1.9L TDI | GLS 2.8L VR6 | GLS 1.8T |
| City, mpg, Manual Transmission* |
24 | 42 | 19 | 24 |
| City, mpg, Automatic Transmission* |
22 | 34 | 19 | 22 |
| Highway, mpg, Manual Transmission* |
31 | 49 | 28 | 31 |
| Highway, mpg, Automatic Transmission* |
28 | 45 | 26 | 28 |
| Performance 0 - 60 mph, Manual Transmission* |
10.5 | 12.4 | 8 | 8.2 |
| Performance 0 - 60 mph, Automatic Transmission* |
11.7 | 14.6 | 8.7 | 9.3 |
| * EPA fuel mileage estimates. Your mileage may vary. |
| Engine | GLX 2.8L VR6 |
| Type | 6-cylinder, 15 degree V, gasoline |
| Bore, in | 3.19 |
| Stroke, in | 3.56 |
| Displacement, in3 | 170.3 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Horsepower (SAE) @ rpm | 174 @ 5800 (128 kW @ 5800) |
| Max. torque, lbs-ft @ rpm | 181 @ 3200 (245 Nm @ 3200) |
| Fuel Requirement | Premium recommended for maximum performance |
| Engine Design | GLX 2.8L VR6 |
| Arrangement | Front mounted, transverse |
| Cylinder Block | Cast iron |
| Crank Shaft | Forged steel, seven main bearings |
| Cylinder Head | Aluminum alloy, cross flow |
| Valve Train | Dual overhead camshaft, chain driven, two valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic lifters |
| Cooling System | Water cooled, water pump, cross flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric 3-speed radiator fan |
| Lubrication | Rotary gear pump, oil cooler |
| Fuel/Air Supply | Sequential multi-point fuel injection (Motronic), electronic throttle, variable intake manifold |
| Emissions | OBD II, LEV, 3-way catalytic converter with two oxygen sensors (up - and downstream), secondary air injection pump, onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) |
| Electrical System | GLX 2.8L VR6 |
| Alternator, Volts / Amp |
14 / 90 |
| Battery, Volts (Amp Hours) | 12 (63) |
| Ignition | Digital electronic with dual knock sensors |
| Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Drivetrain | GLX 2.8L VR6 | |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | |
| Transmission Gear Ratio | Manual | Automatic |
| 1st | 3.62:1 | 2.71:1 |
| 2nd | 2.07:1 | 1.44:1 |
| 3rd | 1.47:1 | 1.00:1 |
| 4th | 1.04:1 | 0.74:1 |
| 5th | 0.84:1 | 0.00:1 |
| Reverse | 3.17:1 | 2.88:1 |
| Final Drive | 3.39:1 | 4.27:1 |
| Capacities | GLX 2.8L VR6 |
| Engine Oil (with filter), qt | 5.8 |
| Fuel Tank, gal | 14.5 |
| Coolant System, qt | 11.1 |
| Wiper Fluid, qt | 3.2 |
| Steering | GLX 2.8L VR6 |
| Type | Rack and pinion, power assisted |
| Turns (lock to lock) | 3.00 |
| Turning Circle (curb to curb), ft |
35.8 |
| Ratio | 15.6:1 |
| Interior Volumes - SAE | GLX 2.8L VR6 |
| EPA | Compact |
| Passenger Volume, ft3 | 85 |
| Trunk Volume, ft3 | 13 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Volume, Front/Rear, ft3 | 48.2/37.1 |
| Head Room, Front/Rear, in | 37.4/36.5 |
| Shoulder Room, Front/Rear, in | 53.7/52.5 |
| Leg Room, Front/Rear, in |
41.5/33.5 |
| Body, Chassis and Suspension | GLX 2.8L VR6 |
| Type | Unitized construction, bolt-on front fenders |
| Front Suspension | Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, 23mm integrated stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent torsion beam axle, coil springs, telescopic gas pressurized shock absorbers, 18 mm stabilizer bar |
| Service Brake | Power assisted, dual circuits, vented 280 x 22 mm front discs and 232 x 9 mm solid rear discs |
| Anti Lock Braking System | Standard, all 4 wheels, 3-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution |
| Parking Brake | Mechanical, effective on rear wheels |
| Wheels | 6 1/2 J x 16" alloy wheels |
| Tires | P205/55 R 16 H all weather tires |
| Drag Coefficient | .30 |
| Exterior Dimensions | GLX 2.8L VR6 |
| Wheelbase, in | 98.9 |
| Track, Front/Rear, in | 59.6/58.8 |
| Length, in | 172.3 |
| Width, in | 68.3 |
| Height, in | 56.9 |
| Ground Clearance, in | 4.1 |
| Weights | GLX 2.8L VR6 |
| Curb Weight, lb, Manual Transmission |
3,144 |
| Curb Weight, lb, Automatic Transmission |
3,184 |
| Payload, lb, Manual Transmission |
935 |
| Payload, lb, Automatic Transmission |
939 |
| Fuel Consumption | GLX 2.8L VR6 |
| City, mpg, Manual Transmission* |
19 |
| City, mpg, Automatic Transmission* |
19 |
| Highway, mpg, Manual Transmission* |
28 |
| Highway, mpg, Automatic Transmission* |
26 |
| Performance 0 - 60 mph, Manual Transmission* |
8 |
| Performance 0 - 60 mph, Automatic Transmission* |
8.7 |
| *EPA fuel mileage estimates. Your mileage may vary. | |
TOP
Standard Equipment, Options and Packages
S=Standard, at no additional charge.
O=Option, at additional charge.
-- =Not available
P=Part of option package, at additional charge.
| Exterior | GL 2.0L | GL TDI | GLS 2.0L | GLS TDI | GLS VR6 | GLS 1.8T | GLX VR6 | |
| Antenna | Roof-mounted amplified flexible black whip antenna | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Anti-Corrosion | Fully galvanized sheet metal | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Badging | Model Badge Driver Side, Rear TDI Badge Passenger Side, Rear | -- | S | -- | S | -- | -- | -- |
| Model Badge Driver Side, Rear 1.8 T Badge Passenger Side, Rear | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | -- | |
| Model Badge Driver Side, Rear VR6 Badge Passenger Side, Rear | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | -- | S | |
| Brake lights | Center high mounted stop lamp in bottom of rear window | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Bumpers | Body color bumpers with black lower section | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Doors | 4 doors | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Anti-intrusion side door beams | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Body color door handles | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Energy absorbing side impact door padding | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Fuel Tank | Fuel cap with string attachment and notched edge | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Glass | Gray shade band on upper windshield | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Tinted glass, green | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Grille | Body color grille with center logo | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Horn | Dual tone horns | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Lights, Front/Rear | Daytime Running Lights (DRL). Upon start-up of vehicle, headlights are engaged with reduced power; instrument panel lighting, parking lights and taillights remain off. To engage all lights with full power the light switch must be turned to on position. | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Halogen headlamps with clear, light weight, chip-resistant polycarbonate lenses | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Headlights-on warning tone, upon opening of driver's door when ignition key is removed | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Integrated halogen projector lens front foglamps | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | |
| New side blinker lights (clear lens optic) |
S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Mirrors | Body color mirror housings | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Driver & passenger side power mirrors, heatable | -- | -- | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Driver and passenger side remote mirrors, heated (heated when ignition is on) |
S | S | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
| Moldings/Panels | Body color side moldings | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Paint | Metallic paint (no charge option) | O | O | O | O | O | O | O |
| Non-metallic paint | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Roof | Power glass sunroof, tilt and slide, tinted glass, with sunshade, pinch protection, and power lock operated convenience closing feature | -- | -- | P | P | P | P | S |
| Tires | 225/45 R 17, all-season tires | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | O | P |
| Full size steel spare wheel/tire | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Wheels/Covers | 15" steel wheels, black, with full wheel cover | S | S | S | S | S | S | -- |
| 17" alloy wheels (only with sport suspension) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | P | |
| 6 1/2 J x 16" alloy wheels - 6-spoke, with VW logo hub cap (Le Castellet) | -- | -- | -- | -- | P | -- | S | |
| 6 J x 15" alloy wheels - 5-spoke with VW logo hub cap (Avus) | -- | -- | P | P | -- | P | -- | |
| 6 J x 15" alloy wheels - 5-spoke with VW logo hub cap (Avus) -- STANDARD ON TDI WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | -- | S | -- | S | -- | -- | -- | |
| 7J x 17 alloy wheels - 5 spoke, with VW logo hub cap (Long Beach) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | P | |
| Anti-theft wheel locks | -- | -- | P | P | P | P | S | |
| Wipers/Washers | Heated windshield washer nozzles | -- | -- | P | P | P | P | S |
| Rain sensor, automatic wiper speed control, windshield wiper speed control is vehicle speed sensitive | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | |
| Two-speed windshield wipers with 4-speed, intermittent wipe feature (intermittent feature is vehicle speed sensitive - the faster the vehicle speed, the shorter the pause interval) | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Interior | GL 2.0L | GL TDI | GLS 2.0L | GLS TDI | GLS VR6 | GLS 1.8T | GLX VR6 | |
| Air conditioning | Electronic climate control (Climatronic), CFC-free | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | S |
| US - Air conditioning, CFC-free | S | S | S | S | S | S | -- | |
| Alarm/Anti-theft | Anti-theft vehicle alarm system for doors, hood, trunk lid, radio and starter, with warning LED in driver's door top sill and audible/visual de/activation verification | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Immobilizer theft deterrent system | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Armrest | Front center armrest, adjustable/folding with storage compartment | -- | -- | S | S | S | S | S |
| Ashtray/Lighter | Ashtrays and lighter (dealer installed) | O | O | O | O | O | O | O |
| Non-smoker package (power outlet with plug, ashtray receptacle with red insert) | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Rear ashtray receptacle with red insert at rear end of center console | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Assist handles | Silicone dampened-return assist handles, 2 front and 2 rear | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Cruise Control | Cruise control, adjustable | -- | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Cup Holders | New front cupholder | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Defroster | Electric rear window defroster | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Electric side mirror defroster/defogger | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Doors | Open door warning/courtesy lights, in front doors | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Doors/Side Panels | Integrated armrests in front door panels | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Integrated armrests in rear door panels | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Molded door trim with smooth leatherette inserts | -- | -- | P | P | P | P | S | |
| Molded door trim with cloth inserts | S | S | S | S | S | S | -- | |
| Floor Mats | Front and rear carpeted floor mats | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Instrument Cluster | Brake wear indicator | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Illumination of controls and gauges - blue, with red indicators | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Multi function trip computer: Featuring trip time, trip length, average trip speed, average trip fuel consumption, current fuel consumption, outside temperature, engine oil temperature. Dot matrix font. | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | |
| Speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, coolant temperature gauge, fuel gauge, gear indicator (if equipped with optional automatic transmission), warning lights, digital clock | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Keys | Folding keys (2), with radio-frequency remote transmitter for central locking | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| New Design Folding Key - eyelet - Running Change, Week: 41 | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Valet key | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Lighting | 2 rear reading lights | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Glove box light | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Interior front center dome light with time delay and 2 reading lights | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Luggage compartment light | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Locks | Automatic locking feature (doors lock automatically when vehicle reaches 8 mph). Dealer can disable feature or program to unlock when ignition key is removed. Doors unlock automatically upon airbag* deployment | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Child safety locks on rear doors | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Driver and passenger door mounted power lock/unlock switches for central locking system | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Remote central power locking system with selective unlocking and key operated convenience close feature | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Mirrors, Interior | Driver and front passenger illuminated visor vanity mirrors with sliding covers and illumination light in headliner | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Interior rear view mirror, self-dimming | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | |
| Mirror control pad with joystick control | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Ornamentation | Chrome button for park brake | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Chrome interior door handles and ring on shift knob | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Chrome lock cylinders for glove box and remote trunk release | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Chrome shift lever base plate (automatic transmission only) | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Genuine wood decor | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | |
| Power Outlets | 1 SAE size outlet in center console | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Power outlet (SAE size) in trunk | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Radio/Audio | 6 disc CD-changer, trunk mounted (dealer-installed) | O | O | O | O | O | O | O |
| CD changer preparation with CD changer wiring harness and mounting shelf in left hand side pocket of trunk | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| In-dash single CD player (dealer installed) | O | O | O | O | O | O | O | |
| Monsoon Sound System 8-speaker with amplifier, Premium V radio with AM/FM cassette, control capability for (optional) CD changer, and single CD theft deterrent warning light and coding system | -- | -- | P | P | P | P | S | |
| Premium V, 8-speaker AM/FM cassette stereo sound system with control capability for (optional) CD changer, and single CD, theft-deterrent warning light and coding system. | S | S | S | S | S | S | -- | |
| Remote Releases | Remote releases for fuel filler flap and trunk with valet lockout, located on driver's door | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Restraint system | Automatic locking retractors for front and rear passenger safety belts, to secure child seat in place | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Buckle switch (sensor to adjust speed at which airbag deploys depending on safety belt use) - Running Change, Week: 41 | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Driver and front passenger side airbag supplemental restraint system* | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Driver and front passenger front airbag supplemental restraint system* | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Height adjustable front 3-point safety belts, color coordinated | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Interlock feature - center rear safety belts cannot be extended unless seat back is in fully locked position | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| LATCH (Lower Anchorage and Tether for Children. Formerly known as ISOFIX) - child seat lower attachment points and top tether, rear outboard seating positions | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Rear 3-point safety belts, all three seating positions, color coordinated | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Safety belt pre-tensioners with load limiters, front seats only | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Side Curtain ProtectionTM Standard for US, Optional for Canada - Running Change, Week: 41 | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| US/Canada - Child seat tether anchorage points, rear seating positions (FMVSS 225) | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Seating, Front | 8-way driver and front passenger power seats, driver with 3 memory positions | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | S |
| Front seats, fully reclining, height adjustable, with adjustable (height & angle) lockable head restraints | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Heatable front seats | -- | -- | P | P | P | P | S | |
| Lumbar support, adjustable for driver and front passenger seats | -- | -- | P | P | P | P | S | |
| Seating, Rear | 60/40 split folding rear seat | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Rear seat head restraints, height adjustable, all seating positions | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Steering Wheel | 3-spoke padded leather wrapped steering wheel (with manual transmission only on 2.0L and TDI) | -- | -- | P | P | P | P | S |
| 4-spoke padded leather steering wheel (with automatic transmission only) | -- | -- | P | P | -- | -- | -- | |
| 4-spoke padded steering wheel | S | S | S | S | S | S | -- | |
| Height adjustable and telescoping steering column | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Leather multifunction steering wheel(stand alone option) | -- | -- | O | O | O | O | O | |
| Steering wheel deformable/collapsible upon impact | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Theft-deterrent steering column | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Storage | Center console with rear compartment (rubber lined) and rear concealed beverage holder | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Dash-mounted retractable beverage holders | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Front door storage pockets with rubber liners | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Front seatback magazine/storage pocket | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Soft opening (silicone dampened) glovebox, lockable | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Storage compartment inside front center armrest | -- | -- | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Sunshade | Rear sunshade, manually operated | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | S |
| Sunvisor | Small, third center sunvisor over rearview mirror | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Trim (Details) | Leather wrapped steering wheel, leather shift knob (wood shift knob on GLX), and leatherette brake grip | -- | -- | P | P | P | P | S |
| Soft-touch paint, interior parts | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Trunk/Cargo | Trunk entrapment - emergency internal release mechanism to unlatch trunk lid. Fluorescent reflector for location, 2001 | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Trunk/Cargo Area | 4 tie-down hooks in floor of trunk, one in each corner | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| CD changer mounting shelf in left hand enclosed side pocket of trunk | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Fully carpet-lined luggage compartment | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Grip on inside of trunk lid (to assist closing) |
S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Loading edge protection, stainless steel | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Side storage net | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Upholstery | "Format" velour seat fabric | -- | -- | S | S | S | S | -- |
| Leather seating surfaces | -- | -- | P | P | P | P | S | |
| "Studio" flat woven cloth seat fabric | S | S | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
| Ventilation System | Air ducts in instrument panel, flush-closing | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Pollen, dust and odor filter | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Rear seat heat and A/C ducts | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Windows | Key operated convenience close and open feature | -- | -- | S | S | S | S | S |
| Manually operated windows | S | S | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
| Power windows with pinch protection. Front windows with automatic one-touch feature, operable from driver's side only. | -- | -- | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Technical | GL 2.0L | GL TDI | GLS 2.0L | GLS TDI | GLS VR6 | GLS 1.8T | GLX VR6 | |
| Battery | Battery box, hard shell box around the battery for protection - Running Change, Week: 41 | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Body Panels | Crash optimized frontend - Running Change, Week: 41 | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Brakes | ABS (anti-lock braking system) | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Power assisted front vented disc brakes, rear solid disc brakes | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Emissions | LEV (low emissions vehicle emissions) concept for all states and Canada | -- | -- | -- | -- | O | S | S |
| LEV (low emissions vehicle emissions) concept for California and the Northeast Region | S | -- | S | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
| LEV (low emissions vehicle) concept for 1.8 T | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | O | -- | |
| OBD II | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Tier 1 emissions concept for all states and Canada | -- | S | -- | S | -- | -- | -- | |
| ULEV concept for 2.0L - Running Change, Week: 32 | O | -- | O | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
| Engine | 1.8L 180 hp, 155 lb-ft torque, 4 cylinder in-line, turbo-charged, gas | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | -- | -- |
| 1.9L 90 hp, 149 lb-ft torque, 4 cylinder in-line, turbo-charged direct injection diesel | -- | S | -- | S | -- | -- | -- | |
| 2.0L 115 hp, 122 lbs-ft torque, 4 cylinder, in-line, gas (low block). | S | -- | S | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
| 2.8L 174 hp, 180 lbs-ft torque, 6 cylinder VR6, 15oV, gas | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | -- | S | |
| Side Impact | Anti-intrusion side door beams | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Protective padding inside side doors | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Steering | Power assisted rack and pinion steering | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Suspension | Front and rear gas shock absorbers | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Independent front McPherson struts, stabilizer bar | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Independent track correcting torsion beam rear axle with integrated stabilizer bar | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Separate mounted rear coil springs and shocks for increased luggage/loading capacity | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Sport Suspension | -- | -- | -- | -- | P | P | P | |
| Traction Control | ASR (Anti-Slip Regulation) | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | S | S |
| EBC (engine braking control) prevents compression-induced skidding in slippery conditions | -- | S | -- | S | -- | -- | -- | |
| EDL (Electronic Differential Lock) | -- | -- | -- | -- | S | S | S | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic with adaptive "fuzzy logic" shift points, shift lock | O | O | O | O | O | O | O |
| 5-speed manual transmission | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Cable shift mechanism - manual transmission only | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Clutch-starter interlock (car will not start if clutch is not depressed); manual transmission only | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Hydraulic clutch - manual transmission only | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | |
| Warranty - US** | GL 2.0L | GL TDI | GLS 2.0L | GLS TDI | GLS 1.8T | GLS VR6 | GLX VR6 | |
| Corrosion Perforation | 12 year unlimited distance Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Perforation | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Maintenance | 2 year/24,000 mile (whichever occurs first) no charge scheduled manufacturer's maintenance | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Powertrain Warranty | 10 year/100,000 mile (whichever occurs first) Limited Powertrain Warranty. 10 year/100,000 mile coverage for first retail owner and immediate family members only. Subsequent owners receive 5 year/50,000 (whichever comes first) mile coverage. | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Roadside Assistance** | 2 year/unlimited distance 24-hour roadside assistance. | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Vehicle Warranty | 2 year/24,000 mile (whichever occurs first) Limited New Vehicle Warranty. Wear & tear items and adjustments excluded after initial 12 months/12,000 miles (whichever occurs first) | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
S=Standard, at no additional charge.
O=Option, at additional charge.
-- =Not available
P=Part of option package, at additional charge.