2008 Volkswagen GLI consumer reviews

clean 👌you can drive this baby across the country and back with out shutting her down and she’ll do it with out stressin anything .does amazing in the snow.im surprised how ahead of time Volkswagen was in 2007-9 .great car .

Contrary to what most people think of a VW, it was reliable, not expensive to maintain or fix, and it was an absolute blast to drive. If I wouldn't move to a place that gets snow, I probably would never sell it.

So far it?s ok needs exhaust , thermostat and rear brakes other than that it runs very good , engine runs great fun to drive .

I have previously owned Subaru, Toyota, and Audi - this is the best of any as far as reliability, comfort, quiet ride, cost (not only of purchase but of maintenance). Can't say enough positive things about this vehicle

great MPGs, dependable, fast and fun to drive, the car has enough room for our family of 5, I have really enjoyed this car.

The interior is the best pick for this car. Amazing on gas mileage, I got up to 33.8 on highway. Very smooth ride.

This car has been great. However, the tires get worn out too quickly if not rotated more often. Also, beware having to get maintenance on it. It will cost a lot more than you would prefer because it is a Volkswagen.

This car fits me well it has lots of leg room for me and I'm over 6 foot tall and plenty of trunk spaces and it looks so nice on the inside and out they mpg is pretty good as well it's a great family car

I really love this car and wanted one for the last couple years. After test driving the 5-cyl Jettas, I realized I wanted the more powerful 2.0T engine. Then finally after driving a couple GLI's I knew this was the car I wanted. With its 200HP engine and 6-speed stick, not only am I enjoying my drive but I am getting around 32mpg most of the time. I am worried about the reliability of the engine and electrical systems. I hear that many of these cars have issues. I've been told most were fixed since 2008 so I feel a bit better. I had a 2000 Jetta before this and was told they had poor reliability issues but it lasted more than 17 years and only until last year that I knew I had to replace it. I'm hoping to have the same luck with this one too. Looking back, I wish I had test drove the DSG model just to see which model is better.