How do you know if a used Volkswagen Jetta is reliable or not? The best way to determine how well a used car will hold up is to test-drive it yourself. You can learn about a used Volkswagen vehicle’s ownership and maintenance history at Patrick Volkswagen, with these tips as a guide.
Essential Reliability Tests for a Used Volkswagen Jetta
To get a general sense of a used vehicle’s reliability, you can stress-test a few key parts. Before you test-drive a used Volkswagen Jetta, examine these areas:
- The engine. As you drive, listen for any strange knocking sounds. Pay attention to the smells, too; sulfur or burning scents may indicate a serious problem.
- The starter. Listen to the engine when you start the vehicle to see how it turns over. If it sounds rough or takes a while to crank, the vehicle might not be reliable.
- The pedals. Before you put the vehicle in drive, make sure that the gas and brake pedals work properly.
Factors to Consider
There are other elements you should know before purchasing a used Volkswagen Jetta. For instance, you need to know the vehicle’s history, including its mileage, previous owners, age, and maintenance history.
Vehicles that are newer with fewer miles will last longer. Additionally, a car that has received regular maintenance and timely repairs will be more reliable than a vehicle that has skipped critical service tasks. When properly cared for, a Volkswagen Jetta may last for over 200,000 miles.
Test-Drive a Used Volkswagen Jetta at Patrick Volkswagen
If you want to get behind the wheel of a used vehicle, our dealership can help you. Visit Patrick Volkswagen today to test-drive a used Volkswagen Jetta or browse our pre-owned Volkswagen lot.