They are great cars, but I think in general VW are high maintenance, I've had a few, always the same, plus the parts are hard to find and really expensive, a set of ignition wires for the Jetta was over $200! I also had a few Subarus, great cars! Almost no maintenance, good power and the awd is a joy to drive fast. I heard the parts are also very expensive but I never needed to change any on mine.