2021 Volkswagen Jetta review
Volkswagen Jetta highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Pleasing ride that feels smooth and comfortable
- Plenty of in-cabin storage
- Improved infotainment system compared to previous models
Cons
- Brakes feel grabby when moving slowly
- Steering wheel controls feel overly complex
- Lots of plastic in the cabin
Mileage (EPA estimate)
29 city, 39 highway, 33 combined
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What is new for the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta?
- The GLI trim has been discontinued for 2021.
- Rear Spoiler features are now available as options on select trims.
- The SEL trim now comes with Panoramic Sunroof and Power Seat(s) as standard equipment.
- The SEL Premium trim now comes with Parking Sensors and Leatherette Seats 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.
2021 Volkswagen Jetta trims
S:
- 147-hp, 184-lb-ft of torque 1.4L
- Cloth Seats
- Smart Key
- Rear View Camera
- Power Mirrors
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Parking Sensors
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SE:
- Includes all features available on the S
- Power Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Front Seat Heaters
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SEL:
- Includes all features available on the SE
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Remote Start
- Automated Cruise Control
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Beats Audio System
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SEL Premium:
- Includes all features available on the SEL
- Leather Seats
- A/C Seats
- Navigation System
- Satellite Radio Ready
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R-Line:
- Includes all features available on the SEL Premium
- No significant upgrades found on the R-Line
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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.
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Ratings & reliability
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.
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SEL 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Beats Audio System
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- 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
- Leatherette Seats
- Satellite Radio Ready
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (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
2021 Volkswagen Jetta FAQ
The 2021 Volkswagen Jetta is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SEL: 30 MPG City and 40 MPG Highway
- SEL Premium: 29 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
- S: 30 MPG City and 40 MPG Highway
- SE: 30 MPG City and 40 MPG Highway
- R-Line: 30 MPG City and 41 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 2021 Volkswagen Jetta has received an average 5.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2021 Volkswagen Jetta, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2021 Volkswagen Jetta Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta:
- Rear Spoiler
- Power Seat(s)
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Leatherette Seats
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