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Volkswagen Jetta VI 1.4 TSI (122 Hp)
Overall Rating
7.4 / 10
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)
VI Overview:
Volkswagen Jetta (VI). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1270 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.8 s). The top speed reaches 202 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.
Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year
N/A
Adult Occupant
N/A
Stars
N/A
Expert Note:
While the Jetta VI was not directly tested by Euro NCAP, it shares its platform with the 5-star rated Golf VI, suggesting a strong underlying safety structure. It typically performed well in other regional safety assessments.
While the Jetta VI was not directly tested by Euro NCAP, it shares its platform with the 5-star rated Golf VI, suggesting a strong underlying safety structure. It typically performed well in other regional safety assessments.
1.4 TSI (122 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Lively and responsive for its size, offering good performance for everyday driving scenarios.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy for a petrol engine, making it a cost-effective choice.
Best Use Case:
City / Mixed driving
Community Verdict
This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.
Allowed: 28%
Neutral: 32%
Issues: 40%
2.8 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 25 discussions
Read What Owners Say
👍 POSITIVE
I had a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SE with the 2.5L. I put 48K on the car without a single issue, Also my sister has a 2012 Passat S with the 2.5L and shes currently around 60K and has not had an issue.
The Volkswagen CPO warranty works at any Volkswagen dealership not just the dealer you purchase from.
Personally i really liked the 2.5 Jetta i had that i ended up buying a 2014 Jetta GLI so i could
😐 NEUTRAL
I worked with VW for a number of years before going to Honda. I remember when VW redesigned the Jetta in 2011. The 2.5L is an interesting motor. It is not the most efficient but it runs like a champ. The only complaint I heard from the Master Tech was that it was louder than it should be.
The CPO warranty from VW is good at any VW dealer. If a certain dealer tells you that it is only good
👎 NEGATIVE
If it's a 2.0 gas engine, and the timing belt broke, you are done! Engine top end will be ruined, bent valves, ect.....My suggestion is if the Mazda is in decent condition go with it. In the future, do not buy European cars, they are expensive to fix and maintain.
😐 NEUTRAL
Its the timing chain tensioner that allowed the chain to jump a tooth or two. They have redesigned the tensioner so it wont happen again. Replace the timing chains and tensioners and it'll be fine. I've never seen on of these where the chain jumped enough to cause damage to the valves. $4k is a little steep for a timing job on a jetta, usually bills out around here for $2500..
😐 NEUTRAL
If you loved the fit so much, buy another one ! In my opinion, try to find one slightly under market price so that if you have to resell it in 3 months, you will lose some of your money, but not a substantial amount
😐 NEUTRAL
I suspect its american thing. They drive a car until it stops and then service and complain.
When germans tell you there is a maintenance schedule, there is a schedule on the dot. Keep to it and all is good.
👍 POSITIVE
I have owned multiple VWs including 3 Jettas in the last 25 years All were incredibly reliable. I currently drive a Tiguan and have nothing but positive things to say about it. I love it
👍 POSITIVE
Poor maintenance. That is people describe toyotas as bullet proof. They survive poor maintenance better and have less maintenance issues. But go drive a corolla and them drive a jetta and tell me which brings you joy and which drives like a gokart. Vw all day just maintain it
👍 POSITIVE
My 2003 Jetta TDI ran like a top but anything electrical in it was fucked, especially the door sensors.
My 2019 Golf Alltrack with 90,000 miles on the clock sounds and feels like the day I bought it. I love it.
👎 NEGATIVE
I’d like to get out of mine. But I owe more than it’s worth. 2019 Passat Wolfsburg.
But I’ve had to replace the engine - leaking oil more than VW could pinpoint. They replaced it under warranty.
I’ve also replaced the transmission because it just failed and wouldn’t shift anymore. They found metal in trans fluid and replaced it under warranty.
Now I’m gun shy. I have no more warranty left (o
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large trunk for its class.
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options.
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys.
- • Solid build quality and refined driving dynamics.
- • Good fuel economy, particularly with TDI and Hybrid models.
Cons:
- • Interior materials were sometimes criticized for being less premium than previous generations (especially in North America).
- • Some early DSG and TSI engine variants had known reliability concerns.
- • Base models could feel underpowered.
- • Steering feel could be numb compared to rivals.
- • Lack of direct Euro NCAP rating might concern some buyers.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI: 2010 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Jetta |
| Generation: | VI |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 TSI (122 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 122 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 87.8 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CAXA More details about the engine CAXA |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 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: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 202 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 157.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1270 |
| Max. weight: | 1850 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 580 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 510 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 670 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1600 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 10.5° |
| Length: | 4644 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1778 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1482 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2651 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2020 mm |
| Front track: | 1535 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1538 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 139 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.1 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 14.1° |
| Departure angle: | 11.5° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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