Volkswagen Jetta VI 1.6i 16V (102 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.4 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.8 / 5
Value 3.8 / 5
Performance 3.8 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion 3.3 / 5

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.

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.

1.6i 16V (102 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

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.

Best Use Case: Basic / Budget-conscious / City only

reddit Community Verdict

This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.

Allowed: 42% Neutral: 33% Issues: 25%
rating
3.3 / 5

Based on AI analysis of 12 discussions

Read What Owners Say
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That's the PCV Valve, on the 2.5L motor it's integrated into the valve cover and not available as a separate part. If the PCV is bad you will need to replace the valve cover
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There are pcv rebuilds out there, but just go to FCP Euro and get the valve cover and gasket. They have a great lifetime warranty on practically everything they sell.
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The part you researched is the correct for the circled area. You should replace the MAF if it causes an error
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You have a 2.5 liter engine probably the CBT engine code I would think. What you are looking for is the PCV valve as others have said. I recommend getting the whole valve cover as just replacing the diaphragm doesn't work as they always break after 2 weeks or less. The PCV valve you have looked up is for at 2.0tsi engine I believe CCTA code Also not all 2.5 have MAF sensors most just have MAP sen
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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I live in Canada and in my city, the A7 generation of the Jetta is very popular with taxi companies and ride share drivers. They have to be reliable to put in the hours of service that is required for that line of work and all the extremes of the seasons (from bitter cold and windchill of winter to the extreme heat and humidity of summer).
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I tell you I don't trust that jd power reliability crap. You see top 3 Americans brands on top and are all junk.... Dodge, Ford, Chrysler, gmc, Cadillac. Like wtf... I can count on 1 hand this winter I seen a vw Jetta on side of the road or stranded, lil lone causing an accident. People jus don't take care of vehicles is what it is. Jetta been more reliable and next to no rust living in Midwest s


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 ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size205/55 R16
Wheel rims size6.5J x 16
Front suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension

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