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Volkswagen Jetta IV 1.4 16V (75 Hp)
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Volkswagen Jetta:
The Volkswagen Jetta is a compact car/small family car manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen since 1979. Positioned to fill a sedan niche slightly above the firm's Golf hatchback, it has been marketed over seven generations, variously as the Atlantic, Vento, Bora, City Jetta, Jetta City, GLI, Jetta, Clasico, and Sagitar.
The Jetta has been offered in two- and four-door saloon / sedan and sometimes as five-door wagon / estate versions. Since the original version in 1980, the car has grown in size and power with each generation. By mid-2011, almost 10 million Jettas have been produced and sold all over the world. As of April 2014, Volkswagen marketed over 14 million, becoming its top selling model....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Overview:
Volkswagen Jetta (IV). With 126 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1165 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.9 s). The top speed reaches 171 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Based on the closely related Golf IV, the Jetta IV achieved a respectable 4-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection, demonstrating good safety performance for its time.
1.4 16V (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The entry-level engine, offering very modest performance suitable only for light city duties; struggles significantly on open roads.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a small petrol engine, but its lack of power means it often needs to be worked hard, impacting real-world efficiency.
Community Verdict
This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.
3.9 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 15 discussions
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Solid build quality and refined interior for its class
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options (especially TDI and 1.8T)
- • Comfortable and composed ride quality
- • Spacious interior and large trunk for a compact sedan
- • Good safety features for its era
- • Strong aftermarket support and parts availability
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics can feel dated compared to newer rivals
- • Older automatic transmissions can be sluggish and impact performance/economy
- • Certain engine variants have known common issues (e.g., 1.8T coil packs, TDI maintenance)
- • Rear legroom can be tight for taller passengers
- • Design can be considered conservative by some
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Wagon: 1999 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Jetta |
| Generation: | IV |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 16V (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54 Hp/l [33mm less] |
| Torque: | 126 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AHW, AKQ, APE, AXP, BCA More details about the engine AHW, AKQ, APE, AXP, BCA |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 171 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.5 kg/Hp, 64.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 108.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1165 |
| Max. weight: | 1710 |
| Max load: | 545 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 785 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 455 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4376 mm mm [33mm less] |
| Width: | 1735 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1446 mm mm [27mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2513 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Front track: | 1513 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1494 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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