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2004 Volkswagen GTI

Blue Book® Suggested Retail Value

$5,515 - $6,700

Fuel Economy (city/hwy)

21 - 24 / 29 - 31 mpg

Quick Facts

Engine: 180 - 200 horsepower
Seating: 5 passengers
Driving Range: 305 - 450 miles

Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
Cargo Capacity: 18 cu. ft.

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Overall Rating

9.3

Styling9.3
Performance9.6
Interior9.4
Quality9.0
Recommendation9.3

Owner

Overall Rating8.5
Styling9.0
Performance10
Interior8.0
Quality8.0
Recommendation8.0

Still The Best Pocket Rocket by Mr Fantastic From Tacoma on 02/17/2010. Trim: 2004 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T, Owned 6 years.

Pros: A great combination of performance, utility and comfort. The acceleration and handling are excellent- the hatchback enables me to carry 8' long lumber with the hatch closed. Gas mileage is good, especially since I have my foot in the turbo most of the time.

Cons: We have owned 13 volkswagens of one sort or another over the years and quality has been an issue sometimes, so I paid $2K extra for a 100K bumper to bumper warranty. At 45K the ignition coils went out- fortunately I was able to limp home and my total out of pocket expense was low. The original Michelins were not great performers, so I replaced the fronts with Firestones, which made a huge difference. Also the seat back release levers broke off, but were replaced under warranty.

Overall review: Overall I am still thrilled with this car and expect to keep it until the doors fall off! For me performance is worth some quality issues. If you are looking for quality 1st, I would have recommended Toyota in the past- maybe Honda now!

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