1998 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Review

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Vehicle Overview

1998 Volkswagen Jetta is manufactured in Mexico. It has a comfortable SEDAN 4-DR body style. The model is seating 5 people. The engine is powerful and comprises 1.9L L4 SOHC 8V TURBO DIESEL. The model has a considerable tank size of 14.50 gallon. 1998 Volkswagen Jetta uses 40 miles/gallon of gasoline in the city. On highways, the vehicle is energy efficient and uses 49 miles/gallon of gasoline. The distance of the wheelbase of 1998 Volkswagen Jetta is 97.40 in. The environmentally compatible power system steering is R&P. 1998 Volkswagen Jetta has an overall width of 66.70 in. The turning diameter of the car is 32.80 in. The length of the trim is 173.40 in. The height comes to 56.10 in. The price of the 1998 Volkswagen Jetta amounts to only $15,770 USD. The price of the invoice of the dealer is $14,522 USD. 1998 Volkswagen Jetta has had 3 recalls in the past 26 years.

Year: 1998
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Jetta
Trim: TDI
Made In: MEXICO
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Engine: 1.9L L4 SOHC 8V TURBO DIESEL
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual
Driveline: FWD
Seating: 5
MSRP: $$15,770 USD
MPG: 40 miles/gallon/49 miles/gallon
Tires: 195/60R14
Tank Size: 14.50 gallon

Popular VINs

3VWRF81H2WM156309

Popular VINs

3VWRF81H2WM156309

Vehicle Specifications

year:

1998

Make:

Volkswagen

Model:

Jetta

Trim Level:

TDI

Manufactured In:

MEXICO

Production Seq. Number:

206243

Body Style:

SEDAN 4-DR

Engine Type:

1.9L L4 SOHC 8V TURBO DIESEL

Transmission-short:

4A | 5M

Transmission-long:

4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual

Driveline:

FWD

Tank:

14.50 gallon

Fuel Economy-city:

40 miles/gallon

Fuel Economy-highway:

49 miles/gallon

Anti-Brake System:

Not on File

Steering Type:

R&P

Front Brake Type:

Not on File

Rear Brake Type:

Not on File

Turning Diameter:

32.80 in.

Front Suspension:

Ind

Rear Suspension:

Ind

Front Spring Type:

Coil

Rear Spring Type:

Coil

Tires:

195/60R14

Front Headroom:

39.20 in.

Rear Headroom:

37.30 in.

Front Legroom:

42.30 in.

Rear Legroom:

31.50 in.

Front Shoulder Room:

53.80 in.

Rear Shoulder Room:

52.80 in.

Front Hip Room:

Not on File

Rear Hip Room:

Not on File

Interior Trim:

Anthracite Velour | Biber Beige Velour

Exterior Color:

Curb Weight-automatic:

2613 lbs

Curb Weight-manual:

2525 lbs

Overall Length:

173.40 in.

Overall Width:

66.70 in.

Overall Height:

56.10 in.

Wheelbase:

97.40 in.

Ground Clearance:

4.80 in.

Track Front:

57.50 in.

Track Rear:

57.00 in.

Cargo Length:

Not on File

Width at Wheelwell:

Not on File

Width at Wall:

Not on File

Depth:

Not on File

Standard Seating:

Optional Seating:

Not on File

Passenger Volume:

87.50 cu.ft.

Cargo Volume:

15.00 cu.ft.

Standard Towing:

Not on File

Maximum Towing:

Not on File

Standard Payload:

1014 lbs

Maximum Payload:

1014 lbs

Standard GVWR:

Not on File

Maximum GVWR:

Not on File

Basic-duration:

Not on File

Basic-distance:

Not on File

Powertrain-duration:

Not on File

Powertrain-distance:

Not on File

Rust-duration:

Not on File

Rust-distance:

Not on File

MSRP:

$15,770 USD

Dealer Invoice:

$14,522 USD

Destination Charge:

Not on File

Child Safety Door Locks:

Std.

Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate:

Not on File

Power Door Locks:

Std.

Vehicle Anti-Theft:

Not on File

4WD/AWD:

Not on File

ABS Brakes:

Opt.

Automatic Load-Leveling:

Not on File

Electronic Brake Assistance:

Not on File

Limited Slip Differential:

Not on File

Locking Differential:

Not on File

Traction Control:

Not on File

Vehicle Stability Control System:

Not on File

Driver Airbag:

Std.

Front Side Airbag:

Opt.

Front Side Airbag with Head Protection:

Not on File

Passenger Airbag:

Std.

Side Head Curtain Airbag:

Not on File

Second Row Side Airbag:

Not on File

Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection:

Not on File

Electronic Parking Aid:

Not on File

First Aid Kit:

Not on File

Trunk Anti-Trap Device:

Not on File

Keyless Entry:

Not on File

Remote Ignition:

Not on File

Air Conditioning:

Opt.

Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls:

Not on File

Cruise Control:

Std.

Tachometer:

Std.

Tilt Steering:

Std.

Tilt Steering Column:

Not on File

Heated Steering Wheel:

Not on File

Leather Steering Wheel:

Not on File

Steering Wheel Mounted Controls:

Not on File

Telescopic Steering Column:

Not on File

Adjustable Foot Pedals:

Not on File

Genuine Wood Trim:

Not on File

Tire Pressure Monitor:

Not on File

Trip Computer:

Not on File

AM/FM Radio:

Not on File

Cassette Player:

Opt.

CD Player:

Not on File

CD Changer:

Not on File

DVD Player:

Not on File

Voice Activated Telephone:

Not on File

Navigation Aid:

Not on File

Second Row Sound Controls:

Not on File

Subwoofer:

Not on File

Telematics System:

Not on File

Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:

Not on File

Front Cooled Seat:

Not on File

Front Heated Seat:

Not on File

Front Power Lumbar Support:

Not on File

Front Power Memory Seat:

Not on File

Front Split Bench Seat:

Not on File

Leather Seat:

Opt.

Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:

Not on File

Second Row Folding Seat:

Not on File

Second Row Heated Seat:

Not on File

Second Row Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:

Not on File

Second Row Removable Seat:

Not on File

Third Row Removable Seat:

Not on File

Cargo Area Cover:

Not on File

Cargo Area Tiedowns:

Not on File

Cargo Net:

Not on File

Load Bearing Exterior Rack:

Not on File

Pickup Truck Bed Liner:

Not on File

Power Sunroof:

Not on File

Removable Top:

Not on File

Manual Sunroof:

Opt.

Automatic Headlights:

Not on File

Daytime Running Lights:

Not on File

Fog Lights:

Not on File

High Intensity Discharge Headlights:

Not on File

Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light:

Not on File

Running Boards:

Not on File

Front Air Dam:

Not on File

Rear Spoiler:

Not on File

Skid Plate:

Not on File

Splash Guards:

Not on File

Wind Deflector for Convertibles:

Not on File

Power Sliding Side Van Door:

Not on File

Power Trunk Lid:

Not on File

Alloy Wheels:

Opt.

Chrome Wheels:

Not on File

Full Size Spare Tire:

Not on File

Run Flat Tires:

Not on File

Steel Wheels:

Not on File

Power Windows:

Opt.

Electrochromic Exterior Rearview Mirror:

Not on File

Glass Rear Window on Convertible:

Not on File

Heated Exterior Mirror:

Not on File

Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror:

Not on File

Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror:

Not on File

Deep Tinted Glass:

Not on File

Interval Wipers:

Not on File

Rain Sensing Wipers:

Not on File

Rear Window Defogger:

Std.

Rear Wiper:

Not on File

Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window:

Not on File

Tow Hitch Receiver:

Not on File

Towing Preparation Package:

Not on File

Engine Compressor Type:

Not on File

Engine Fuel Type:

Not on File

Tier Five - Vehicle Market Perception:

Not on File

Doors:

Not on File

Vehicle Style:

Not on File

Vehicle Type:

Not on File

Engine Cylinder:

Not on File

Engine Size:

Not on File

Vehicle Size:

Not on File

Horsepower:

Not on File

Trims Available:

Not on File

Drivetrain:

Not on File

Other Trims and Configurations for 1998 Volkswagen Jetta

1998 Volkswagen Jetta GL

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 - 24 miles/gallon
29 - 31 miles/gallon

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1998 Volkswagen Jetta GLS

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 - 24 miles/gallon
29 - 31 miles/gallon

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1998 Volkswagen Jetta GLX

Engine: 2.8L V6 DOHC 30V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 18 - 19 miles/gallon
25 - 26 miles/gallon

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1998 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 - 24 miles/gallon
29 - 31 miles/gallon

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1998 Volkswagen Jetta GT

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 - 24 miles/gallon
29 - 31 miles/gallon

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1998 Volkswagen Jetta K2

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 - 24 miles/gallon
29 - 31 miles/gallon

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