2012 Volkswagen Jetta review
Volkswagen Jetta highlights
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 29 highway, 26 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta?
- The Jetta is available in a variety of new trims, including the GLI, GLI Autobahn, and SEL Premium.
- Jetta trims have been upgraded with Smart Key, Panoramic Sunroof, No A/C, and Fender Audio as standard equipment this year.
- Rear View Camera, Rear Sunshade, Leatherette & Cloth, Parking Sensors, Remote Start, Full Roof Rack, and Power Hatch/Deck Lid features are now available as options on select trims.
- The TDI trim now comes with Power Seat(s) as standard equipment.
- The S trim now comes with Sunroof(s) as standard equipment.
- The Base trim now comes with AM/FM Stereo, Auxiliary Audio Input, CD Audio, and Air Conditioning as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Volkswagen Jetta an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Volkswagen Jetta 25th out of 46 among Compact Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Volkswagen JettaVolkswagen Jetta features and specs
SEL Premium 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leatherette Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Fender Audio
- Rear Spoiler
Drive Wheels
2WD
Engine size
2.5L
Engine type
Gas
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Volkswagen Jetta FAQ
The 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 24 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- S: 24 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- TDI: 30 MPG City and 42 MPG Highway
- SE: 24 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- SEL: 24 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- GLI: 24 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- GLI Autobahn: 24 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
The Volkswagen Jetta received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Volkswagen Jetta as 24 out of 46 among Compact Car
The 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has received an average 4.6 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta:
- GLI
- GLI Autobahn
- SEL Premium
- Smart Key
- Panoramic Sunroof
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