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1996 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Engine Location : Front
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Body / Chassis : Steel unibody
Production Years for Series : 1991 - 1998
Price : $14,255-$20,600
Weight : 2670 lbs | 1211.092 kg
Inline 4
Displacement : 1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.
Power : 115 HP (84.64 KW) @ 5400 RPM
Torque :122 Ft-Lbs (165 NM) @ 3200 RPM
Compression : 10.0:1
V 6 15-degree | narrow
Displacement : 2792 cc | 170.4 cu in. | 2.8 L.
Power : 172 BHP (126.592 KW) @ 5800 RPM
Torque :177 Ft-Lbs (240 NM) @ 4200 RPM
Bore : 3.2 in | 81 mm.
Stroke : 3.6 in | 90 mm.
Compression : 10.0:1
Main Bearings : 7
Cylinder Block : Cast-iron
Cylinder Head : Light Alloy
Ignition system :multi point fuel inject
Transmission:
5 Manual , 4 Automatic

Total Volkswagen Production for 1996 : 135,807
Total 1996 Jetta production : 85,022
1996 Volkswagen Jetta
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer

SABERSPORT

NHTSA Campaign ID09E012000
SummarySABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.' THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
ConsequenceDECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
RemedySABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NotesTHIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES PRODUCED BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER.IN ORDER TO DETERMINE IF YOUR AFTERMARKET LAMP ASSEMBLY IS AFFECTED BY THIS NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE REVIEW THE LIST OF MODEL NUMBERS PROVIDED TO US BY SABERSPORT.THE LIST CAN BE FOUND UNDER 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM OF YOUR SCREEN.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

Component

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

Manufacturer

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC

Mfr Report Date19920801
NHTSA Campaign ID98V160000
SummaryVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BOLTS SECURING THE FRONT HOOD LATCH CAN LOOSEN OVER TIME. THE LATCH WOULD MOVE CAUSING DISENGAGEMENT OF THE HOOD STRIKER FROM THE LATCH.
ConsequenceUNEXPECTED OPENING OF THE HOOD COULD OCCUR OBSTRUCTING THE DRIVER'S VIEW OF THE ROAD WHILE DRIVING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
RemedyDEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HOOD LATCH AND SECURING BOLTS AND REPLACE THEM IF NECESSARY.
NotesOWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 15, 1998.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
1996 Averages
Avg. Car Cost : $16,300
Avg. Household Income : $36,300
Avg. Home : $118,200
Avg. Gallon of Gas : $1.22
Avg. Stamp : $0

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has a wheelbase size of 97.40 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has a length of 173.40 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has a width of 67.50 inches.

Q: How much did the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta cost when new?A: The 1996 Volkswagen Jetta cost approximately $14,255 to $20,600 (USD) when new.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Jetta was a Sedan.

Q: How many vehicles did Volkswagen produce in 1996? A: Volkswagen produced 135,807 automobiles in 1996.

Q: How many 1996 Jettas were produced? A: Volkswagen produced 85,022 examples of the Jetta in 1996.

Q: What engines did the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta have? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Jetta had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 115 HP (84.64 KW) @ 5400 RPM and 122 Ft-Lbs (165 NM) @ 3200 RPM
  • V 6 (2792 cc | 170.4 cu in. | 2.8 L.) with 172 BHP (126.592 KW) @ 5800 RPM and 177 Ft-Lbs (240 NM) @ 4200 RPM

    • Q: What transmissions did the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta have? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Jetta had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 4 speed Automatic.

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