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    Volkswagen Jetta

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    The Jetta has easy-to-use controls, great fuel economy, and a relatively spacious cabin. A 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine coupled to an eight-speed automatic is shared with the Taos SUV.
    Fuel economy was excellent at 34 mpg overall when we tested it with the previous 1.4-liter turbo. The ride is absorbent but can be too tender over sharp bumps. Handling is competent yet dull. The cabin is quiet for a compact sedan. Most versions come with faux leather seats and automatic climate controls, giving the car an air of premium ambience. BSW and RCTW are optional. A sporty GLI version, which shares components with the previous-generation Volkswagen GTI, is also available.
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    2019-2023
    2019 Redesign Year
    The seventh generation Jetta has easy-to-use controls, great fuel economy, good cabin room, and the availability of upscale features. The 147-hp, 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that's coupled to an eight-speed automatic transmission feels a bit sleepy at times, but delivers responsive acceleration upon demand.
    Fuel economy is excellent at 34 mpg overall, matching VW's diesel offerings from a decade ago. The ride is absorbent but can be too tender over sharp bumps. Handling is competent but a bit dull. The cabin is relatively quiet for a compact sedan. Most versions come with faux leather seats and automatic climate controls, giving the car an air of premium ambience. For 2022 the Jetta gets a 1.5-liter turbo four cylinder engine instead of the 1.4-liter turbo.  A new Sport trim line replaces the R-Line. Also, in 2022 AEB with pedestrian detection, and blind spot and rear cross traffic warning became standard equipment.
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    2023 Volkswagen Jetta
    $17,050 - $25,725
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    2022 Volkswagen Jetta
    $16,650 - $24,100
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    2021 Volkswagen Jetta
    $15,275 - $22,425
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    2020 Volkswagen Jetta
    $14,250 - $20,575
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    2019 Volkswagen Jetta
    $13,075 - $18,850
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    2011-2018
    2011 Redesign Year
    The 2011 redesign brought a more spacious rear seat, along with cheaper interior materials and handling that wasn't as crisp. Ultimately the gasoline-powered 2011 Jetta scores too low for us to recommend it.
    (The car has been improved gradually since then.) The diesel-powered Jetta TDI is a more appealing car; however, it is also one of the VW models called into question for emissions test violations. If you're considering one of these, make sure it passes smog before you buy it. A 37-mpg hybrid debuted in 2013. New for 2016 is a refined and energetic 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that got 32 mpg overall in our testing.
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    2018 Volkswagen Jetta
    $9,750 - $16,525
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    2017 Volkswagen Jetta
    $9,375 - $14,025
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    2016 Volkswagen Jetta
    $7,575 - $12,550
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    2015 Volkswagen Jetta
    $6,525 - $11,025
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    2014 Volkswagen Jetta
    $5,325 - $9,775
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    2013 Volkswagen Jetta
    $4,375 - $8,025
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    2012 Volkswagen Jetta
    $4,750 - $6,650
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    2011 Volkswagen Jetta
    $4,475 - $6,100
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    2005-2010
    2005 Redesign Year
    A beautifully finished and sharp-handling premium small car, the Jetta has long been a jewel. Normally aspirated and turbocharged four-cylinder engines, a gruff five-cylinder, a thrifty turbodiesel, and a six-cylinder powerplant have all been offered.
    Further, the VW has good safety equipment and its crash-test results are commendable. Before its 2006 redesign, the backseat was particularly cramped, but the car rode beautifully. For 2006, the Jetta grew larger, and the base four-cylinder was replaced by a five-cylinder with more torque, though its character is somewhat gruff. The turbodiesel wagon we tested with a manual transmission averaged an impressive 36 mpg.
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    2010 Volkswagen Jetta
    $4,125 - $7,500
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    2009 Volkswagen Jetta
    $3,400 - $5,275
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    2008 Volkswagen Jetta
    $4,250 - $4,450
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    2007 Volkswagen Jetta
    $4,125 - $5,400
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    2006 Volkswagen Jetta
    $3,750 - $5,025
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    2005 Volkswagen Jetta
    $2,975 - $4,950
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    1999-2004
    A 1999 redesign improved an already capable car and gave the Jetta new styling. This latest version offers a host of well-designed interior touches but also a tighter rear seat.
    A wagon model was added for 2001. Four, turbo-Four, turbodiesel, and V6 engines are available. The Jetta is a practical, relatively inexpensive car with a responsive 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, a supple ride, and a comfortable interior. The sporty GLX packs a powerful V6, but even the plainer GL and GLS versions offer excellent handling and responsive steering. 
    2004 Volkswagen Jetta
    $2,825 - $4,750
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    2003 Volkswagen Jetta
    $2,825 - $4,550
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    2002 Volkswagen Jetta
    $2,825 - $4,075
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    2001 Volkswagen Jetta
    $2,825 - $3,725
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    2000 Volkswagen Jetta
    $2,825 - $3,500
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