Are Volkswagen’s Reliable?! The 2007 2.5L Jetta That Just NEVER Dies!

[@bigbob7936]

I have a 09 jetta 2.5 with 321k with minimal repairs, its been the most reliable car I have ever owned.

[@daily_driven]

That’s awesome!!

[@drqtpatootie3128]

07 about to roll 310k. Not far behind ya lol

[@bennygreene1421]

I think my next car I want a 2.5 beetle, or Jetta 5 speed. About a 2007 ---08

[@bigbob7936]

Sorry to say I had to take her off the road last week at 333k the North East winters took their toll and caused too much rot but she was still running like a champ. Picked up a 13 Passat 2.5

[@bergkampdennis5673]

may i ask what have you owned?

[@noventay4]

I'm amazed you didn't mention transmission fluid change, that's also a must with these VW vehicles

[@mikealicious3848]

By the time I started driving mine, the transmission was never serviced. Started shifting hard, did a drain and fill and then six months after that transmission service, it started slipping at 120k+ miles. These transmissions are not “neglect tolerant.” If I do decide to replace my transmission I’m just going to go by the Haynes manual and service it every 30k miles or 2 years which ever comes first.

[@Jeremya74]

​@@mikealicious3848are you sure you should change transmission fluid? .interesting how you changed it and THEN started having issues months later..alot of mechanics say don't change tranny fluid because it will cause issues

[@initialyeet3951]

Simple solution: get a 5-speed like my car!

[@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo]

​@@mikealicious3848 General rule of thump is never service a Automatic gearbox after 100k miles if it's never been serviced. You you will loosen the coating and clog everything besides other things. Any honest mechanic would have told you that. Sounds like you did it after 100k miles. If you were ever in this situation again. Just ride it until it dies.

[@mikealicious3848]

@@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo Thanks for the info. I'm still on the original gearbox now. I'm going to replace it with a low mileage used one. I wonder if sourcing the gearbox myself and giving the gearbox to a shop to install will make a difference in bringing the price down. Not in the financial position to get another car at the moment.

[@norumbega5897]

Just turned over 276,049 miles or 444,440 km today on my 2013 Jetta 2.5 L gas engine. I also use Castro edge full synthetic Euro spec 502.00. Seems to work.

[@danielpascoe9638]

My old Mk2 went to nearly 500,000 miles. My Mk5 is at 275,000 and still going strong.

[@BlahBlah-em2ed]

I had the same issue with my headliner. You’ll have to pull the front seats and center console to remove the headliner out of a front door. I had my headliner re upholstered by a local shop for $110, perfectly matched fabric.

[@SoulDaddy33]

Where is that shop???

[@BlahBlah-em2ed]

@@SoulDaddy33 about a 1/2 mile from the Royce City Tx Buc-ees off I-30.

[@chadcollins1056]

I have the 2.5 beetle and its my fav car Ive ever had in 46 years. Why people think they are garbage baffles me.

[@prophet88]

244,000 on mine, still going strong

[@BlahBlah-em2ed]

I have 226000 on mine. It’s a good car. Easy to work on.

[@nicholasbell4958]

249500 here

[@itslu4092]

Easy to work on this shit has way more electronics than a gas car should have

[@BlahBlah-em2ed]

@@itslu4092I have never had any issues with electronics

[@piccolodaimakuroman9892]

Not if you have timing issues lol 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@russroyer7338]

This is great to see. I have a 2006 vw rabbit 4 door 5 speed I purchased brand new for what turned out to be the best $16k I ever spent in my life. I am attached to this car now. Even the exhaust is still original, 247k miles and counting. Similiar issues as well, but perfectly a normal part of any aging vehicle. I magyvered the valve cover gasket leak by just putting bars leak in every oil change to avoid that replacement hassle and it worked. Only somewhat major repair ever I had to make was replacing the water pump at 234k miles. The rest is basic maintanence. It's by far the most durable and reliable car I have ever owned. Bulletproof engine, clutch and transmissiion. It will most certainly reach 300k miles. It just keeps going and going and going!! 👍

[@mikealicious3848]

Mine is an '09. Its been through some work, but it always got me from point A to point B every time. Other than fluids, filters, tires, and brakes, this is what my Jetta has went through. 1. ABS module, 117k 2. Valve cover gasket, 119k 3. Timing belt, 119k 4. Alternator/Idler Pulley, 121k 5. PCV valve, 123k 6. MAP Sensor - Bosch 0261230234, 127,224k 7. Clogged sunroof drain that was emptied, 131,450k 8. Rear view mirror fell off, 131,501k 9. Spulen Ultimate Brake Vacuum Pump Delete Kit For 2.5L, 131,700k I will need to also replace the valve body soon. It currently has 132k miles on it. Center console doesn't close all the way. and 3 door lock actuators are failing.

[@methosa8818]

My 2009 recently had the ABS module fail. How did you go about repairing yours?

[@mikealicious3848]

​@@methosa8818 I don't know how it was done since it was done by the dealer. I did not work on cars 4 years ago. The valve body was replaced back in 9/2022. The gearbox shifts are very rough most of the time ever since the valve body was changed. I technically did a transmission fluid flush since the valve body had to be removed. The whole gearbox will need to be replaced with a used one at some point if I decide to keep the car. If I put a used gearbox in, I will make sure to service it every 30k mile/3 years or at the latest, 60k miles/5 years.

[@mateobello391]

My mk6 Jetta SE has 340,678 miles, I bought it with 87,000 back in 2018… ubered it for 3.5 years and changed its oil every 10k miles, transmission fluid is still what it came with from the factory

[@socalrams74]

Our 2012 VW Jetta 2.0 just hit 140k miles, just maintenance. Good car, my son now uses it for college.

[@jaysrt21]

Right the 2.0 is bullet proof my grandmas 2002 2.0 Jetta had 202k miles before it got wrecked

[@HumbleBearcat]

Our German made 2010 Golf 2.5 has 139K and it's been very reliable. I change the oil with Mobil 1 since new along with air filter, spark plugs and believe it or not, it's running better than new. I haven't flush the radiator yet but have always topped off with OE coolant and the engine never overheated. I haven't touch the brake fluid yet; it's still great but will soon bleed the brakes just because it's long over due. The brake pads also last a long time. Engine light occasionally came on then off and I just changed the purge valve myself for $13. Changed the engine valve cover with PCV valve last year myself for $100. AC still blows very cold; colder than my 2018 Audi Q5. The headliner suddenly sagged down last year and we replaced it for quite a lot of money by an autoshop with OE parts. Right front strut was blown so I replaced all 4 struts with Bilstein OE4 struts and it's superb. I think I will keep this car till it won't run no more. We had the dealer changed the auto transmission fluid @ 50K & 100K and it's still smooth most of the time. At what mileage did you service the A/T fluid?

[@bdmechanic4170]

I have the same vehicle, 2 door. This Golf is solid, very well made.

[@HumbleBearcat]

@@bdmechanic4170 I just changed the coolant and the ATF myself last week and the car runs superb. This time I used Liqui Moli ATF. I just drained and filled.

[@bdmechanic4170]

@@HumbleBearcat is there a good video for ATF that you would recommend?

[@SoulDaddy33]

​@@HumbleBearcatGreat choice on the Liq Mo. !!!

[@HumbleBearcat]

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[@greatcesarsghost]

Actually they can go up to 300.000 mine is at that mark … but it is not passing Calif smog test I’m having it looked over .. engine runs fine no over heating no misfire .. mechanic is stumped ??? He’s gonna contact VW see if they can remote diagnose it ..

[@bench175]

I have a 2005 2.5 with 123,000 miles. The trunk stopped closing very early I modded the spring in my Trunk Fix video, original serpentine belt broke, a shop replaced it with some random belt that lasted like 20k then that broke and I had to replace on the side of the road (luckily on the weekend so my wife drove me to VW dealer for belt), my doors don't always lock, passenger window gets stuck down sometimes, I had to rip off headliner, my coolant tank broke replaced myself, otherwise still okay. Thanks for listing your other issues

[@jaydaparis5657]

My 06 vw Jetta 2.5 still running strong today it’s currently 251,000 miles, now that’s ol reliable 😭

[@KellyAlbright-tg9kz]

My 2010 Jetta SE - 210k miles. Running great.

[@underscoreJ0SH]

i bought a 06 2.5 in 2019 for $1000. All ive done to it that doesnt count as regular maintence is a new water pump, valve cover, and some wheel bearings. I have the money for a 2018 Audi S4 (my next car ive already decided), but my Jetta runs so flawlessly that i dont see the point of retiring it yet. Based on how it performs at 240k, i just have the feeling that no joke it would last at least to 300k or potentially more. I don't baby it either, i dog the piss out of it solely due to the fact that it sounds so good at higher RPMs with a custom exhaust & CAI. It's truly a feat of engineering.

[@BReal-10EC]

VW stopped selling this engine a long time ago- the later 170hp version are great engines. No way a modern turbo gas VW lasts 200k miles without major issues. Though I think the entire automotive industry has moved towards disposable small turbo engines TBH, so it's not just VW.

[@event__horizon]

You can buy Alcantara fabric for cheap on eBay and use spray on adhesive to glue it on. Headlights can be polished clear again.

[@armandopatane5343]

I have 2013 Passat 2.5 only 66 k miles and I absolutely love it 😍 it’s amazing = never had a problem from brand new = but needs new driver door speaker = otherwise it’s amazing and Al’s low low miles on mine

[@ryandoesit5407]

My 04 has over 400,000 on it .

[@daily_driven]

Nice!!

[@billyp.7889]

For the sunroof random “ghost” activation; i found, cleaning the contacts on the sunroof switch fixed my problem or just replace it. To clean the contacts, remove it and disassemble; i lightly lubed it, after cleaning the contacts with crc electrical cleaner. Job done and no issues since then.

[@TheMustangDog]

I currently drive a 2001 with 209k miles daily for work and I had a 2006 with 190k miles also for commuting sadly I crashed that one. Both never really have given me any major issues I just do basic maintenance.

[@kitkatemuzz3057]

My beetle had like 244,000 miles. ❤️

[@kitkatemuzz3057]

Yep headliner. 😲

[@daily_driven]

Nice!! Maybe the Jetta can go on for a while longer

[@daily_driven]

Lol Yeahh the headliner has left the chat! 😂

[@snguyn796]

12 Passat 2.5, Gotta do the vac pump gaskets today.

[@cmwscb]

2012 2.5L with 225,391 miles on it. So far I’ve only had to replace my A/C outside of the regular maintenance.

[@joshuamoody9508]

I daily a 2008 VW Rabbit with 230,000+ miles, engine still going strong. really the only thing i'm worried about is the transmission going out at some point, only issues I've had is a seized brake caliper and a cv axle that just recently went out.

[@andrewvillavicencio8496]

Thank you. I am considering a 2006 Jetta 2.5L with 5sp transmission. It has 126,000 and well maintained. I do not know much about them but it seems like a good deal from my co-worker for $2500. Is it the automatics or manual that had transmission issues, or both? Thanks!!

[@initialyeet3951]

The automatics have issues; the manuals seem to be totally fine from my research and experience! Obviously, transmission fluid changes are still a requirement every so often.

[@trustmeo7]

These cars are just as reliable as Toyota's and Honda's the only thing is like all the other European cars you'll end up paying a little more for maintenance. I have a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 Wolfsburg Edition with only 134,000 miles on it and my goal is to get another 100,000 miles out of it

[@Jeremya74]

@trustmeo7 -I have the same year/model as yours..just bout with 140,000k on it for 3,100...I would LOVE to learn more about the maintanence needed to keep her going..any place you recommend to learn more?..thanks!

[@vanderkalm]

I have the same year and model with 218K on it. I had to replace the main seal a year ago and in a fit of pique I muttered that this was the last repair I was going to make and my mechanic pulled me aside and told me that with the manual transmission and the bullet proof 2.5L engine I basically have one of the best cars VW ever made. He also told me that he has someone with the same make and model with 400K on it. The secret is religious oil changes, I do mine at 3-4K 'cause oil is cheap, and waiting to drive until the RPMs drop to 7000 at idle, that's when the oil has distributed throughout the engine and prevents as much start up wear as possible. I just start the car and then put on my seat belt, pick my music / podcast, etc., and I'm good to go. I fix little things and replace worn parts they come and it's been serving me very well. I love this car and luckily living in California I have no rust issues so I'm going to keep it going as long as I can.

[@gokutvraw2236]

They are very expensive to fix, but if you fix them, you will have it forever not gonna lie. There are some good cars because I had a Ford focus. 07 for five years. Those cars are really good as well.

[@CorekBleedingHollow]

I have my sunroof twitching open and closed too like that. It's really expensive to get that fixed.

[@elizabethhaines4416]

My sunroof does that too! Just quiet little buzzed of an inch and a half up and after a bit, down again, maybe, unless I horn in. It's sort of cute because it's easily manageable. Mine has 283,000 something miles on it. My eyes seem to be giving out before I can drive it again 😭

[@j-bird1778]

I have a love hate relationship with my household's 2012 jetta 2.5. It runs very well and has been reliable for years now despite the abuse it obviously took from the previous owner. My only complaint is the fuel economy is awful. My v6 mercury gets very close to what our jetta gets.

[@mddardas1228]

2 5l natural aspirations best engine from VW

[@joshuaburklund4206]

Had mine since 160k, had to do altinator, valve cover, brakes, brakes again, tires, clutch, linkage adjustment, and now I need new stretch bolts and trans mount cause I goofed on the clutch. Had it for 40k now driven,abused,and maintained. Still holding strong at just under 200k. And yes I has headliner issues . Also if you run vent air freshners check for peeling.

[@skip70]

2.5l i5 is easily one of VW's most reliable gas engines. I have pretty much the same amount of Mileage. 334000 km. (207000miles)However, mine is a 2011 SE and a 5spd manual, Stupid stuff still brakes on it, but that's expected for a Jokeswagon. I do drive mine harder.

[@sunilsdavid]

I have 317000 and counting 2009 2.5 automatic laser blue

[@skip70]

@@sunilsdavid miles or KM?

[@vicchavez6570]

I have a 2010 2.5 175k miles got it with 150 and only the battery and camshaft sensor have needed replacement. Got it dirt cheap too.

[@daily_driven]

Nice! Not bad at all

[@Jeremya74]

I have this same 07...same issue with inside..i would love to see videos of work you have done

[@bradc7254]

For ur sunroof. Of you buy and replace the switch/button that opens and closes it, id be willing to bet that it would solve that issue for you. It's very likely it's a short in the switch or if that doesn't work it could be an exposed wore that had the protective layer rubbed off or possibly even a bad or damaged ground. That might help you 2. idk a ton about rid ny cars but can ususally figure out the little simpler things like that. Hopefully my ~not a mechanic~ advice helped! Lol

[@lickwidgoat3480]

Wooooo love it, your sunroof is shorting, probly water damage check the sunroof harness you gotta take the roof down anyway, love her car all but the autotragic trans these are the best years for them mk 5 love wooooooooo

[@lickwidgoat3480]

Oh sorry i got 175,000 on my 2008 just 1 coil went out and a rear wheel bearing thats it

[@ThePeavey23]

180k 2.5 07 rabbit, it’s my beater and it loves the abuse I will buy another any day

[@census3370]

I had an 05 and it was a tank, cosmetics, dashboard lit up but ran like a champ until my father sold it to the state for not passing smog. Looking for another one or a mk6 gti to drive as a daily.

[@danavalon8876]

smashed that like

[@daily_driven]

Heck yeah! Thank you! 😀

[@Tinger_90]

I’m about to bring my Jetta mk5 , 2.5L into the shop this week. Dumb grinding sound

[@ACMEKILLAH]

That was my 1st car 🔥

[@elraymen1990]

Just got one for 2600 with 164 about to fresh her up

[@bh2155]

Well one thing is if you can do the repairs yourself then fixing a VW is not expensive. However if you take it to the shop it's very expensive. However I had a colleague with the same model year Jetta with manual transmission last time I saw this car it had 180k mikes and it never had any major repairs. That generation Jetta with the 2 5l or the TDI combined with a manual is the best generation. Then they came with the next gen Jetta in 2011 which was a disaster in terms reliability

[@natejones5003]

I had and o5 and got it up to 295 thousand and the rack and transmission blew

[@rubenortega3115]

Mine had 275,000 miles

[@user-zy7gl4iq1f]

I have the same car with 152000 miles and it has the same little things in the cosmetics the are wrong including the sun roof lol

[@alsharifhusain]

Is it the same engine for passat 2020? 2.5l

[@LuisRamirez-yd3dh]

My folks have one and it has 235k on it

[@kluwe801]

Are the transmissions on these 2.5L

[@user-db1os9pg1t]

I have a manual 08 jetta, 203000k and counting

[@daily_driven]

Nice! They are great cars for sure!

[@PrelandRanger]

Any more mustang content ?

[@daily_driven]

Oh yes! Just put out a video speaking about that a bit. Going to be some fun videos coming soon with the mustang 🙂

[@donjohnson2428]

Is that 2.5L naturally aspirated or turbocharged?

[@daily_driven]

Just naturally aspirated

[@LuCid999Sounds]

wow 09 here and same issues

[@caseyfreeman3994]

Bragging on a car that still runs good after 200,000 miles is not really anything to brag about. Now car dealers want you to think it's about to leave you stranded.

[@daily_driven]

I mean 200k is definitely high mileage. The only problem at this kind of mileage is the chance for high dollar repairs is greater than a car with 20k miles.

[@caseyfreeman3994]

@@daily_driven I disagree. The internal components with engines over 200,000 miles show very little wear when we disassemble. The main problem we see are with interference engines at 100,000 because of timing chains/belts. People are not paying attention to the check engine light.

[@elighaterrell1595]

I got one that will not go pass 2nd gear. Have anyone had this issue?

[@HandE2Go]

do u mean auto or manual

[@elighaterrell1595]

@@HandE2Go auto

[@HandE2Go]

could be as simple as needing new fluid (do it every 50k miles) or as bad as the valve body or solenoid needing replacement

[@mame-lomamee]

What’s the update on the transmission problem??

[@jasonreece1359]

2013 passat se, 345,000. Replaced the throttle body bc the position sensor went out

[@lexxon4life804]

What’s the name of the part at 4:55 ?

[@daily_driven]

This is a front crankshaft seal. PN should be Mfg #07K103151C 👍

[@lexxon4life804]

@@daily_driven thank you!!

[@alkalineislife]

These go through so many damn bulbs.

[@CS-en5xz]

If youre talking headlights you have to make sure not to touch with your fingers. The oils from your skin causes the bulbs to burn out faster

[@henrysgaragejdm5339]

Every 5k miles… do 3

[@joshuaburklund4206]

Bro he's running Castrol euro blend full synthetic, he's good

[@cleveland4kid20]

I just got one with 150k for a winter car. I work at Volkswagen and hoping to get another 100k out of this thing.