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    Road Test

    The Jetta wins our praise for its impressive fuel economy, effortless acceleration, and mostly straightforward controls.

    New Models Predicted Reliability

    This Car
    vs. Similar Cars

    Safety

    CR Safety Verdict: Basic

    / 5
    • Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
    • Doesn't meet all CR Core Safety Requirements.
    • Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.

    Critical Active Safety Features

    AEB-P
    Standard
    AEB-H
    Standard
    BSW
    Standard
    RCTW
    Standard

    Safety

    CR Safety Verdict: Basic

    / 5
    • Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
    • Doesn't meet all CR Core Safety Requirements.
    • Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.

    Critical Active Safety Features

    AEB-P
    Standard
    AEB-H
    Standard
    BSW
    Standard
    RCTW
    Standard

    Volkswagen vs. Other New Car Brands

    Safety

    CR Safety Verdict: Basic

    / 5
    • Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
    • Doesn't meet all CR Core Safety Requirements.
    • Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.

    Critical Active Safety Features

    AEB-P
    Standard
    AEB-H
    Standard
    BSW
    Standard
    RCTW
    Standard

    Volkswagen vs. Other New Car Brands

    Small sedans/hatchbacks Ratings

    Features & Specs
    Body Style
      sedan
    Seating
    2 front, 3 rear
    Drive Wheels
    Front
    Engines Available
    • 1.5-liter 4 turbo (158 hp)
    • 2-liter 4 turbo (228 hp)
    Transmissions Available
    • 7-speed sequential
    • 8-speed automatic
    • 6-speed manual
    Cargo Volume
    Warranty
    Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle
    • Basic 4 years/50,000 miles
    • Drivetrain 4 years/50,000 miles
    • Corrosion 7 years/100,000 miles
    • Roadside Aid 3 years/36,000 miles
    • Maintenance 2 years/20,000 miles
    Model History