2021 Volkswagen Jetta
Volkswagen Jetta highlights
Customer reviews
4.7 out of 5
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5
Mileage (EPA estimate)
30 city, 40 highway, 34 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
All Volkswagen Jetta years
New for 2021
- The GLI trim has been discontinued for 2021.
- Rear Spoiler features are now available as options on select trims.
- The SEL Premium trim now comes with Parking Sensors and Leatherette Seats as standard equipment.
- The SEL trim now comes with Panoramic Sunroof and Power Seat(s) as standard equipment.
- The S trim now comes with Smart Key and Parking Sensors as standard equipment.
- The SE trim now comes with Power Seat(s), Parking Sensors, and Panoramic Sunroof as standard equipment.
Explore Volkswagen Jetta details
SEL Premium 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Beats Audio System
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
Optional Features
- Rear Spoiler
Drive type
2WD
Engine size
1.4L
Horsepower
147
Torque (ft-lbs)
184
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
13.2
Wheelbase
105.7"
Overall length
185.1"
Width
70.8"
Height
57.4"
Leg room
F 41.1"/R 37.4"
Head room
F 38.5"/R 37.2"
Front tires
P205/55HR17
Rear tires
P205/55HR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
5 reasons to buy the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta
1. Powerful engine
If you want a smaller sedan that's big on power, the 2021 Jetta has you covered. Each of its five trims is equipped with a turbocharged 1.4L four-cylinder that cranks out 147 hp. This engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission on its S and R-Line trims, though an eight-speed automatic is standard on SE, SEL, and SEL Premium models.
2. Surprisingly roomy
For a vehicle of its size, the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta offers a surprisingly roomy trunk. In fact, with the rear row intact, you'll find 14.1 cu-ft. of dedicated trunk space on this model. Need additional room for longer items, such as skis or golf clubs? The 60/40 rear seats fold down with ease to increase utility when you need it most.
3. Impressive fuel economy
Enjoy your road trips with fewer stops at the fuel pump with the 2021 VW Jetta's excellent fuel economy. Its base trim with a turbocharged 1.4L four-cylinder engine, six-speed manual transmission, and front-wheel drive gets an EPA-estimated 34 mpg combined.
4. Ample trim options
No matter what you're looking for in a small sedan, the 2021 Jetta has a trim for just about everybody. With five trims to choose from (the base S, SE, R-Line, SEL, and SEL Premium), standard equipment begins with Bluetooth® connectivity, smartphone integration, a 6.5-inch touchscreen display, and a four-speaker sound system. Meanwhile, stepping up to the range-topping SEL Premium trim yields such indulgent features as a built-in navigation system and leather seats.
5. Innovative remote access
Every 2021 Jetta is equipped with Volkswagen Car-Net®, which is VW's proprietary mobile app that comes with innovative features like available door locking/unlocking, theft alerts, parked car finder, remote honk and start, and so much more.
Ratings & reliability
RepairPal reliability rating
RepairPal gave the Volkswagen Jetta an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Volkswagen Jetta 24th out of 44 among Compact Cars.
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