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1992 Volkswagen Jetta Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Volkswagen got an early jump on the trend toward more environmentally friendly cars with the introduction in 1992 of the Volkswagen Jetta ECOdiesel, which was equipped with a turbocharged 59-horsepower, 1.6-liter diesel engine that delivered high mileage while giving off fewer pollutants.
It joined a lineup that included a 100-horsepower four-cylinder gas engine and a more powerful 134-horsepower gas engine, which were dropped into the Jetta GL/Carat and GLI trim packages, respectively. All versions came with a standard five-speed manual transmission. A three-speed automatic was optional for the Carat and the GL.
Standard features for the ECOdiesel, Carat and GL included bucket seats, power brakes, power steering, a tilt steering wheel, and a rear window defroster. The GLI added power door locks, Recaro seats, and alloy wheels, among other features.
Generally, drivers responded in a positive way to the Jetta, noting that it was a durable and reliable car that was easy to maintain and fun to drive. But many also pointed out that the Jetta could be a quirky car that was prone to expensive mechanical repairs.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1992 Volkswagen Jetta
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by Cody G
May 07, 2011
i just dont like that it came with a 1.8 has spray bombed rear doors it is a cool car so drive it or buy it all im saying is that its a dub and they were made to help out germany May 07, 2011
by Jonathan P
Oct 26, 2010
Performance wise it is very slow because it has 52 HP. I think the torque is in
the 70-80 ft/lbs range. Braking is ok, not the greatest but for how light the car
is, it stops great. The build quality is great. The engine will probably run
forever. The cost to run the car is very cheep compared to a van or truck. i
take frequent long trips and does well. the top quarter of the tank is the largest
and i can go those 270km on the top quarter of the tank. the tank holds 55L of
diesel fuel. There is not alot to this car, it is almost like you have an old tractor
engine in your car its so simple. There is no computer, no fooling around with
diagnostics, just plane jane and that's how i like it. This car is fun because it is
lite, it has a manual transmission and because it is a diesel with good torque. If
you don't like somebody riding your ass, you can drop down a gear, pin it and
watch them get smoked out!! ha ha suckers.Oct 26, 2010
by Alexander K
May 27, 2010
for a five speed with 90-some horsepower it does well. it needs a little tlc and its gonna get it. cheap to buy, run, and maintain. cheap parts and efficient on gas. i hope this car is really good for me.May 27, 2010
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by Cody G
May 07, 2011
i just dont like that it came with a 1.8 has spray bombed rear doors it is a cool car so drive it or buy it all im saying is that its a dub and they were made to help out germany May 07, 2011
by Jonathan P
Oct 26, 2010
Performance wise it is very slow because it has 52 HP. I think the torque is in
the 70-80 ft/lbs range. Braking is ok, not the greatest but for how light the car
is, it stops great. The build quality is great. The engine will probably run
forever. The cost to run the car is very cheep compared to a van or truck. i
take frequent long trips and does well. the top quarter of the tank is the largest
and i can go those 270km on the top quarter of the tank. the tank holds 55L of
diesel fuel. There is not alot to this car, it is almost like you have an old tractor
engine in your car its so simple. There is no computer, no fooling around with
diagnostics, just plane jane and that's how i like it. This car is fun because it is
lite, it has a manual transmission and because it is a diesel with good torque. If
you don't like somebody riding your ass, you can drop down a gear, pin it and
watch them get smoked out!! ha ha suckers.Oct 26, 2010
by Alexander K
May 27, 2010
for a five speed with 90-some horsepower it does well. it needs a little tlc and its gonna get it. cheap to buy, run, and maintain. cheap parts and efficient on gas. i hope this car is really good for me.May 27, 2010
by Allen M
Mar 30, 2010
Yes its slow, but corners like a beast, old-school euro styling makes it the best though:) Most v-dub guys aren't talking big game about their cars or using ricer parts from eBay. So its more grown up fun:) 31mpg and its a blast to cruise around in!Mar 30, 2010
by Joshua B
Aug 15, 2009
alright for a older sedan ive wreaked and abused it many times and its still alive ive owned it for 6+yrs and its still runs strong at 200k mi but it shows it but then again it wasnt a perfect car when i got it but german engineering never ceases to amaze meAug 15, 2009
by Joey G
Jul 27, 2009
its awesome. ive done a few mods on it so its pretty sweet. the looks were bad at first but i added some racing stripes, a spoiler and a hood scoop and a sound system and it drives really good for how old it isJul 27, 2009
by Evan D
Jul 21, 2009
use it to rally around my fields.!! has one rim!!! ha. spare tyre tied to the roof!! doors broke have to get in window. engine falling apart. crashed it twice. blue but i sprayed green stripes all over it ha.Jul 21, 2009
by Greg K
Jun 08, 2009
its not bad i cant believe they want me to write forty words my car is a polished turd the wrapper is nice but in side its junk its all stock but the shifter the kid that had it before me sawed it off and put an auto zone ball on top Jun 08, 2009
by Levi W
Mar 06, 2009
I have just bought this car and it is fantastic. It is more fun ti drive than anything i have ever driven. I am planning to turn it into a track car eventually but even when it is stock it is still very very fun.Mar 06, 2009
by Melissa R
Sep 16, 2008
it doesnt stay running, it stalls it is loud it scraps on the ground the horn doesnt work the head gasket is bad the wiring is shot no reverse lights the fan runs constantly it is a treally really bad car and i hate it but i only payed 100 for itSep 16, 2008
by Glenn S
Aug 24, 2008
this was the car i ordered from the factory to my specs while i worked at the dealership... black...2 door...sport package(rims and seats) moonroof and 5 speed... i fell in love with my wife in this car... so many great memories... reliable and bulletproof... no problems whatsoever... really a drivers car..
Aug 24, 2008
by Wynand W
Aug 18, 2008
I just love it, ok after it was stolen I have had electronic problems with it but bothing is unfixable. Nice performance for a car that is 16 years old. best car to drive through corners, as it has anti-rollbars which keeps the car from tilting over it's camber. and because this review needs to be longer im going to say bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla blaAug 18, 2008
by Samuel D
Jul 26, 2008
Great first car, fun and had plenty of room in the interior. Sunroof was fun, good gas mileage and a very large trunk. A little underpowered with the 8valve 4cyl engine but it got the job done. Fairly reliable and built very well. i still miss this car to this dayJul 26, 2008
by John K
Jul 16, 2008
It was an underpowered car (only 90hp I believe). Because it was small it felt more peppy. Everything that could go wrong with this car, did go wrong. Even the door handles stopped working. It spent more time in the garage than I did driving it, which is sad, because I liked the car when it actually ran. Eventually I sold it, luckily.Jul 16, 2008
by Sean L
Jul 15, 2008
1 of a kind...Jetta mk2 vr6 with Audi leather interior & Deutsch Tunning Chip....Started as a project with very little light at the end of the tunnel. Now has become my little weekend sports car.
She does not go out in the rain or snow. She does not like days were the humidity is high. She's actually very picky just like any other Volkswagen of those years. She's fully re-built from the ground up.
This is my 9th Volks.....& probably not the last. The Germans make excellent cars & were way ahead of their time. In my opinion the MK2 Golf/Jetta second generation were some of the best built cars ever. You cannot kill the 1.8 8 v ....& should you decide to drop acouple of thousand dollars into your MK2 Jetta/Golf by going 2L 16V or even the later 2.8VR6 then you've got yourself a little monster / Go-Kart!!!
Driver Found!Jul 15, 2008
by Benjamin L
Jul 04, 2008
Vu que je prends pas mon golf souvent je me suis acheter un autre VW pour tous les jours un Jetta 2 porte 1992, coter mécanique il est d'origine.Jul 04, 2008
by Matt G
May 14, 2008
good car for meMay 14, 2008
by Ryan S
Apr 27, 2008
slow and low rolled and pulledApr 27, 2008
by Ryan S
Apr 27, 2008
slow and lowApr 27, 2008
by Joe R
Apr 16, 2008
Good car to own grat on gas 4 dr with a big trunk.Apr 16, 2008
by Lorne G
Apr 10, 2008
Miss you little black thingApr 10, 2008
by Anthony B
Apr 07, 2008
I love my little car.Apr 07, 2008
by Jeffrey L
Apr 01, 2008
This car is sweet. It rides and handles well, has a really comfortable interior, gets 35-40 mpg, and is quite fun to drive.Apr 01, 2008
by Jon K
Mar 07, 2008
looks alot like my 91 Diesel but this one is gas and also a 5-spd. bought this one for $1000 in Ontario with 150,000kms in mint condition !! Didn't need a thing for an inspection I ended up selling this one to buy the 90 Golf (automatic) for Maggie, started out to teach her how to drive standard but she didn't have the patience for it. Mar 07, 2008
by Anonymous
Feb 26, 2008
It's a 1.8L engine...no not turbo. Can't afford it but you know what I'm still extremly happy with my car! It's engine runs strong, and I take care of my car. It has never done me wrong even when I drove it from Calgray to Ontario in the hottest weather. I get mad like when my muffler fell off lol but minor things happen on mondified cars, ecspecially when it's lowered. I have to roll down my windows, nothing is automatic and that's the way I like it. Honestly I love "him" so much and would never sell! xo all u vw loversFeb 26, 2008
by Daniel P
Feb 10, 2008
Great ride.
Very reliable car for MKII Jetta, not like the newer models, recall after recall.
It`s a v-dub..Feb 10, 2008
by Marco V
Jan 09, 2008
I had 3 Jetta's like this and a 92' Golf. I would do anything to have them all back!Jan 09, 2008
by Sylvain L
Dec 26, 2007
My current carDec 26, 2007
by Anonymous
Aug 04, 2007
economy,proven engine,parts get harder to find for trimAug 04, 2007
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1992 Volkswagen Jetta Pricing
Original MSRP
$11,740 to $12,760Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth