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Volkswagen Jetta
2021 Volkswagen Jetta
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$18,995
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Volkswagen Jetta GLI
2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
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$26,345
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.9
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Overview

Engine
1.4-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0-liter 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: 40 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 25 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

Photos

Volkswagen Jetta
2019-2021 Volkswagen Jetta Rear Angle View
2019-2021 Volkswagen Jetta Dashboard
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Volkswagen Jetta GLI
2019-2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.4-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0-liter 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

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

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
34 MPG
28 MPG
City
30 MPG
25 MPG
Highway
40 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.2 (2020) Tons/yr
6.4 (2020) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
13.2 gallons
Cruising Range City
396 miles
330 miles
Cruising Range Highway
528 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

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,888 lbs
3,217 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
14.1 ft³
14.1 ft³

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

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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