2024 Volkswagen Jetta Review, Pricing, and Specs (2024)

EPA Classification

Compact Cars

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

Engine Order Code

NA

Engine Type and Required Fuel

Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4

Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

1.5 L/91

Fuel System

Gasoline Direct Injection

Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

158 @ 5500

Maximum Torque @ RPM

184 @ 1750

Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

NA

Transmission Order Code

R2

Transmission Description

Manual w/OD

Number of Transmission Speeds

6

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.11

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.12

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.36

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.97

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.77

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.63

Reverse Ratio (:1)

4.00

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.39

Clutch Size

NA

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

NA

CO2 Emissions, 15K mi/year (tons)

5.2

Range, city/highway (miles)

382.80 / 554.40

EPA Fuel Economy, combined/city/highway (mpg)

34 / 29 / 42

EPA Fuel Economy Equivalent (for hybrid and electric vehicles), combined/city/highway (MPGe)

N/A / N/A / N/A

Fuel Capacity / Gas Tank Size

13.2

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons)

NA

Wheelbase (inches)

105.7

Length (inches)

186.5

Width, without mirrors (inches)

70.8

Front Track Width (inches)

60.7

Rear Track Width (inches)

60.4

Minimum Ground Clearance (inches)

5.5

Liftover Height (inches)

NA

Passenger / Seating Capacity

5

Total Passenger Volume (cubic feet)

94.7

Front Head Room (inches)

38.5

Front Leg Room (inches)

41.1

Front Shoulder Room (inches)

55.9

Front Hip Room (inches)

53

Second Row Head Room (inches)

37.2

Second Row Leg Room (inches)

37.4

Second Row Shoulder Room (inches)

54

Second Row Hip Room (inches)

51.4

Trunk Space (cubic feet)

14.1

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Steering Ratio (:1)

NA

Turns, lock to lock

NA

Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

36.7

Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

NA

Front Suspension Type

Strut

Rear Suspension Type

Torsion Beam

Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

NA

Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

NA

Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

NA

Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

NA

Brake Type

4-Wheel Disc

Anti-Lock-Braking System

4-Wheel

Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

11.3

Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

10.7

Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

NA

Front Wheel Size (inches)

16 X 6.5

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Front Tire Size

P205/60HR16

Rear Wheel Size (inches)

16 X 6.5

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Rear Tire Size

P205/60HR16

Spare Wheel Size (inches)

NA

Spare Wheel Material

NA

Spare Tire Size

NA

Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

NA

Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

NA

Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

NA

Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

NA

Base Curb Weight (pounds)

2915

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

540

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

140

Volkswagen Jetta Specs for Other Model Years

  • 2024 Volkswagen Jetta
  • 2022 Volkswagen Jetta
  • 2021 Volkswagen Jetta
  • 2020 Volkswagen Jetta
  • 2019 Volkswagen Jetta
  • 2018 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  • 2018 Volkswagen Jetta
  • 2017 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  • 2017 Volkswagen Jetta
  • 2016 Volkswagen Jetta
  • 2016 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  • 2016 Volkswagen Jetta hybrid
  • 2015 Volkswagen Jetta sedan
  • 2015 Volkswagen Jetta hybrid
  • 2015 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  • 2014 Volkswagen Jetta hybrid
  • 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
  • 2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  • 2014 Volkswagen Jetta sedan
  • 2013 Volkswagen Jetta sedan TDI diesel
  • 2013 Volkswagen Jetta sedan
  • 2013 Volkswagen Jetta hybrid
  • 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
  • 2013 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  • 2012 Volkswagen Jetta sedan TDI diesel
  • 2012 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  • 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
  • 2012 Volkswagen Jetta sedan
  • 2011 Volkswagen Jetta sedan
  • 2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
  • 2011 Volkswagen Jetta sedan TDI diesel
  • 2010 Volkswagen Jetta sedan
  • 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
  • 2010 Volkswagen Jetta sedan TDI diesel
  • 2009 Volkswagen Jetta sedan
  • 2009 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  • 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
  • 2008 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  • 2008 Volkswagen Jetta sedan
  • 2007 Volkswagen Jetta

Engine: 1.5L TSI 158HP I-4 Turbocharged -inc: DOHC 16-valve, direct injection

Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Front-Wheel Drive

3.39 Axle Ratio

Engine Oil Cooler

60-Amp/Hr 540CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection

140 Amp Alternator

Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers

Front And Rear Anti-Rolls

Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering

13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank

Single Stainless Steel Exhaust

Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs

Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs

4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake

Security System Pre-Wiring

Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential

Wheels: 16" 2-Tone Machined Alloy

Tires: 205/60R16 92H All-Season

Tire Mobility Kit

Clearcoat Paint

Body-Colored Front Bumper

Body-Colored Rear Bumper

Chrome Side Windows Trim

Body-Colored Door Handles

Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding

Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster

Light Tinted Glass

Variable Intermittent Wipers

Fully Galvanized Steel Panels

Black Grille w/Chrome Accents

Front License Plate Bracket

Trunk Rear Cargo Access

Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off

Perimeter/Approach Lights

LED Brakelights

Radio: MIB3 Composition Color w/6.5" Touchscreen -inc: AM/FM radio w/USB-C, Bluetooth connectivity (for compatible devices), capability for in-vehicle 4G LTE enabled Wi-Fi (cellular data plan required; includes limited trial), capability for VW Car-Net services (capabilities for certain services vary; requires enrollment or subscription) and App-Connect smartphone integration (w/Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink) via USB

AM/FM Stereo w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System

4 Speakers

Audio Theft Deterrent

Window Grid Diversity Antenna

2 LCD Monitors In The Front

Front Comfort Seats -inc: manually adjustable driver's seat w/height adjustment and manually adjustable front passenger seat

6-Way Driver Seat

4-Way Passenger Seat

60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat

Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer

Power Rear Windows

Front Cupholder

Rear Cupholder

Power Fuel Flap Locking Type

Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button

Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access

Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls

Manual Air Conditioning

HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts

Glove Box

Driver Foot Rest

Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert and Piano Black/Metal-Look Interior Accents

Full Cloth Headliner

Urethane Gear Shifter Material

Cloth Seat Trim

Day-Night Rearview Mirror

Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors

Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console and 1 12V DC Power Outlet

Rear Map Lights

Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting

Full Carpet Floor Covering

Carpet Floor Trim

Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit

Cargo Space Lights

FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access

VW Car-Net Safe & Secure 5-year Tracker System

Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins

Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down

Delayed Accessory Power

Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature

Driver Information Center

Redundant Digital Speedometer

Trip Computer

Outside Temp Gauge

Digital/Analog Appearance

Seats w/Cloth Back Material

Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints

Front Center Armrest

Immobilizer

1 12V DC Power Outlet

Air Filtration

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

ABS And Driveline Traction Control

Side Impact Beams

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags

Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot

Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking)

Collision Mitigation-Front

Collision Mitigation-Rear

Low Tire Pressure Warning

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags

Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags

Airbag Occupancy Sensor

Rear Child Safety Locks

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners

Back-Up Camera

4 Basic Years / 50,000 Basic Miles

4 Drivetrain Years / 50,000 Drivetrain Miles

7 Corrosion Years / 100,000 Corrosion Miles

3 Roadside Assistance Years / 36,000 Roadside Assistance Miles

2 Maintenance Years / 20,000 Maintenance Miles

Overall Rating

5/5

Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

4/5

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver

4/5

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger

4/5

Overall Side Crash Rating

5/5

Side Barrier Rating

5/5

Side Barrier Rating Driver

5/5

Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat

5/5

Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat

5/5

Combined Side Rating Front Seat

5/5

Combined Side Rating Rear Seat

5/5

Rollover Rating

4/5

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