Reviews: The 2004 Volkswagen Jetta Wagon
By Alex Thomas
Introduction
The 2004 Jetta Wagon is manufactured in GERMANY for Volkswagen. It is Volkswagen's entry into the WAGON 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $18,430 USD in 2004.
Jetta Wagon Dimensions
In 2004 the Jetta Wagon has an overall length of 173.60 inches and a width of 68.30 inches. It sits a total of 58.50 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 5.20 inches. Front headroom is 38.60 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Jetta Wagon a turning radius of 35.80 inches. It uses 195/65R15 tires with a wheelbase of 99.00 inches.
Drivetrain
The Jetta Wagon comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3089 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 2.0L L4 SOHC 20V engine in the 2004 Jetta Wagon is rated at 23 - 24 miles/gallon city and 30 miles/gallon highway out of a 14.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Jetta Wagon retails for $18,430 USD with a invoice price of $16,852 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $575 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Vehicle Stability Control System, First Aid Kit, CD Changer, Telematics System, Load Bearing Exterior Rack.
Exterior color choices include Baltic Green Pearl, Black, Blue Graphite, Candy White, Indigo Blue, Mojave Beige, Reflex Silver Metallic, Shadow Blue, Spice Red, Wheat Beige with interior choices of Beige Cloth Interior, Black Cloth Interior, Gray Cloth Interior. The Jetta Wagon seats 5 people with 41.50 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The normal warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 60 month/60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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