Model year guide

2003 Volkswagen GTI

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2003 Volkswagen GTI is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 16 on record.

2003 Volkswagen GTI — representative photo
Representative photo

2003 Volkswagen GTI at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$3,019

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

2003 Volkswagen GTI recalls 1

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…

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.

2003 Volkswagen GTI MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,338

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

What's a 2003 Volkswagen GTI worth?

Low
$1,500
Typical price
$3,019
High
$4,800

From 16 comparable 2003 Volkswagen GTI listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2003 Volkswagen GTI costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,690
Fuel only$16,690
Per mile$0.22

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.

2003 Volkswagen GTI trims & engines on record

Trims
1.8T · VR6 · 20th Anniversary Edition
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 180 hp · 2.8L 6-cyl 200 hp

2003 Volkswagen GTI vehicles on record

2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J334002616 2003 Volkswagen GTI 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J234047322 2003 Volkswagen GTI 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J234027412 2003 Volkswagen GTI 2003 Volkswagen GTI 20th Anniversary Edition9BWKE61J334068915 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J234034411 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J134008432 2003 Volkswagen GTI 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J634027235 2003 Volkswagen GTI 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J134022623 2003 Volkswagen GTI 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J334024809 2003 Volkswagen GTI 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J434050996 2003 Volkswagen GTI VR69BWDH61J634060887 2003 Volkswagen GTI 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J334025538 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8T9BWDE61J534065183 2003 Volkswagen GTI VR69BWDH61J434042243 2003 Volkswagen GTI VR69BWDH61J434073234 2003 Volkswagen GTI 20th Anniversary Edition9BWKE61J334077145

Other Volkswagen GTI model years

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2003 Volkswagen GTI — frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Volkswagen GTI have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2003 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 2003 Volkswagen GTI get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2003 Volkswagen GTI at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2003 Volkswagen GTI worth?

Comparable 2003 Volkswagen GTI listings run roughly $1,500–$4,800, typically around $3,019 (from 16 vehicles).

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