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2021 Volkswagen Jetta
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$26,345
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Overview
Engine
1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 30 MPG
Hwy: 41 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
14.1 ft³
Trunk Volume
14.1 ft³
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Performance Specs
Engine and Transmission
Engine
1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
147 hp @ 5000 rpm
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque
184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Weight and Towing
Curb Weight
2,895 lbs
3,228 lbs
Fuel and MPG
Fuel Economy
Combined
34 MPG
28 MPG
City
30 MPG
24 MPG
Highway
41 MPG
33 MPG
Emissions
CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.2 Tons/yr
6.4 Tons/yr
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
13.2 gallons
Cruising Range City
396 miles
316.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
541.2 miles
435.6 miles
Dimensions and Measurement
Exterior Dimensions
Length
185.1 in
185.2 in
Height
57.4 in
56.8 in
Max Width
70.8 in
70.8 in
Front Width
60.7 in
60.7 in
Rear Width
60.4 in
60.4 in
Wheelbase
105.7 in
105.6 in
Ground Clearance
5.6 in
5 in
Interior Space
Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.1 in
41.1 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.5 in
38.5 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.9 in
55.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
37.4 in
37.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.2 in
37.2 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54 in
54 in
Cargo Space
Trunk Volume
14.1 ft³
14.1 ft³
Wheels and Suspension
Steering
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.4 ft
36.4 ft
Wheels
Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
18" x 7.5"
Suspension
Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Multi-Link
Tires
Front Tire
P205/60HR16
P225/45HR18
Rear Tire
P205/60HR16
P225/45HR18
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact
Colors and Materials
Standard Exterior Colors
Black Uni
Platinum Gray Metallic
Pure White
Pyrite Silver Metallic
Silk Blue Metallic
Tornado Red
Deep Black Pearl
Pure White
Pyrite Silver Metallic
Tornado Red
Optional Exterior Colors
Habanero Orange Metallic
Pure Gray
Standard Interior Materials
Storm Gray, Cloth Seat Trim
Titan Black, Cloth Seat Trim
Titan Black w/Red Stitch, Cloth Seating Surfaces
Features and Options
Infotainment
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard
Interior Trim
Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available
Comfort
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard
Safety
Safety Features
Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
US NHTSA crash test result
Overall Rating
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating
Airbags
Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Warranty
Warranty Summary
Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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