2006 Volkswagen New Jetta Review
Introduction
The 2006 New Jetta is manufactured in MEXICO for Volkswagen. It is Volkswagen's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $21,605 USD in 2006.
New Jetta Dimensions
The 2006 New Jetta has standard length of 179.30 inches and a width of 70.10 inches. The New Jetta rides 57.40 inches off the ground, with a clearance of 5.40 inches. Front headroom is 38.50 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the New Jetta a radius of 35.80 inches. It uses 205/55R16 tires with a wheelbase of 101.50 inches.
Drivetrain
The New Jetta comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3197 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
This year's normal 1.9L L4 SOHC 8V TURBO engine weighs in at 35 - 36 miles/gallon city driving using a 14.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The New Jetta retails for $21,605 USD with a invoice price of $20,326 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of $630 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance. New Jetta optional equipment may include Second Row Side Airbag, First Aid Kit, Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls, Leather Steering Wheel, Steering Wheel Mounted Controls.
Exterior color choices include Arctic Blue Silver, Black, Blue Graphite, Campanella White, North Sea Green, Platinum Grey Metallic, Reflex Silver Metallic, Shadow Blue, Spice Red, Wheat Beige with interior choices of Anthracite Leather Interior, Anthracite Vinyl Interior, Gray Leather Interior, Gray Vinyl Interior, Pure Beige Leather Interior, Pure Beige Vinyl Interior. The New Jetta seats 5 people with 41.20 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The basic warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also comes with a 60 month/60,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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