Volkswagen Jetta VI 1.6i 16V (102 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)
VI Overview:
Volkswagen Jetta (VI). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1343 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.2 s). The top speed reaches 186 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.
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.
1.6i 16V (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very slow and struggles significantly, particularly on highways or with a full load.
Fuel Economy
Poor fuel economy for its power output, representing older engine technology.
Community Verdict
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3.3 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 12 discussions
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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(V: 2009 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Jetta |
| Generation: | VI |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i 16V (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.9 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CFNA More details about the engine CFNA |
| Engine displacement: | 1595 |
| 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: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 186 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.2 kg/Hp, 75.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 110.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1343 |
| Max. weight: | 1870 |
| Max load: | 527 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 527 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4554 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1781 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1459 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2578 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1534 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1512 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 m [above average] |
| 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 [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
















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