Model year guide

2002 Volkswagen GTI

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Volkswagen GTI is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2002 Volkswagen GTI — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2002 Volkswagen GTI at a glance

Safety recalls2
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$2,600

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2002 Volkswagen GTI recalls 2

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #07V063000 · 20/02/2007

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER, WAGON, AND CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2007, AND WILL BE CONDUCTED IN SEVERAL STAGGERED MAILINGS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 21, 2007. VEHICLES WITHIN THE MAKE, MODEL, AND MODEL YEAR OF THIS POPULATION MAY BE INVOLVED IN EITHER THIS RECALL O…

Exterior Lighting:hazard Flashing Warning Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #04V584000 · 16/12/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HAZARD SWITCH AND FLASHER SYSTEM FUNCTION MAY DEGRADE OVER TIME BECAUSE OF DISTORTION AND MATERIAL TRANSFER OF THE CONTACTS OF CERTAIN HAZARD SWITCH RELAYS WHICH OCCURS DUE TO SUBSTANTIALLY INCREASED ELECTRICAL CURRENT LOAD FROM HIGHER WATTAGE TURN SIGNAL BULBS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD FLASHER SWITCH/RELAY KIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2002 Volkswagen GTI MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,130

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2002 Volkswagen GTI worth?

Low
$1,000
Typical price
$2,600
High
$4,795

From 11 comparable 2002 Volkswagen GTI listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Volkswagen GTI costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,650
Fuel only$15,650
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Volkswagen GTI trims & engines on record

Trims
1.8T · VR6
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 180 hp · 2.8L 6-cyl 174 hp

2002 Volkswagen GTI vehicles on record

2002 Volkswagen GTI 2002 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J124019350 2002 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61JX24027530 2002 Volkswagen GTI 2002 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J424071250 2002 Volkswagen GTI 2002 Volkswagen GTI VR69BWPG61J324006817 2002 Volkswagen GTI 2002 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J224051451 2002 Volkswagen GTI 2002 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J324028373 2002 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J624069077 2002 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J124026511 2002 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J824007566 2002 Volkswagen GTI9BWDE61J724035195 2002 Volkswagen GTI VR69BWPG61J524005698

Other Volkswagen GTI model years

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2002 Volkswagen GTI — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Volkswagen GTI have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2002 Volkswagen GTI. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Volkswagen GTI get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2002 Volkswagen GTI at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway).

How much is a 2002 Volkswagen GTI worth?

Comparable 2002 Volkswagen GTI listings run roughly $1,000–$4,795, typically around $2,600 (from 11 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.