2018 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications

Specifications

2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Unitary construction
Production Years for Series :	2011 - 2018
Price :	MSRP: $18,645-29,545
Weight :	2939 lbs \| 1333.108 kg
MPG City :	28
MPG Highway :	40
Combined MPG :	33.00

Performance

Coefficient of Drag :	0.30

Engine & Transmission

Turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement :	1395 cc \| 85.1 cu in. \| 1.4 L.
Power :	150.00 @ 5000 RPM
Torque :	184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1400 RPM
Bore :	2.9 in \| 74 mm.
Stroke :	3.2 in \| 80 mm.
Compression :	10.0:1
Main Bearings :	5
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Construction :	Aluminum Alloy block and head
Crankshaft :	Cast iron

Turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement :	1984 cc \| 121.1 cu in. \| 2.0 L.
Power :	174 HP (128.064 KW) @ 5000 RPM
Torque :	184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM
Bore :	3.3 in \| 83 mm.
Stroke :	3.7 in \| 93 mm.
Compression :	11.65:1
Main Bearings :	5
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum Alloy
Crankshaft :	Cast iron

Turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement :	1984 cc \| 121.1 cu in. \| 2.0 L.
Power :	210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 5300 RPM
Torque :	207 Ft-Lbs (281 NM) @ 1700 RPM
Bore :	3.3 in \| 83 mm.
Stroke :	3.7 in \| 93 mm.
Compression :	9.6:1
Main Bearings :	5
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum Alloy
Crankshaft :	Forged steel

Transmission:
5 Manual , 6 Automatic

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	3.79
2nd Gear :	2.12
3rd Gear :	1.27
4th Gear :	0.87
5th Gear :	0.63

Handling

Recall

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Manufacturer	Tenneco Automotive
NHTSA Campaign ID	20E064000
Summary	Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
Consequence	If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign ID	20V648000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.
Consequence	A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy	Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail bolts and, as necessary, the fuel rail. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24Gi.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Mfr Report Date	20140711
NHTSA Campaign ID	19V615000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in 'Park.'
Consequence	Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than 'Park' increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Remedy	Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Jetta has a wheelbase size of 104.40 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Jetta has a length of 183.40 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Jetta has a width of 70.00 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta have?A: The 2018 Volkswagen Jetta has 38.20 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta have?A: The 2018 Volkswagen Jetta has legroom of 41.20 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Jetta was a Sedan.

Q: How much did the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Jetta had an MSRP of $18,645 - $$29,545 (USD).

Q: What engines did the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta have? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Jetta had the following engine options: Turbocharged Inline 4 (1395 cc | 85.1 cu in. | 1.4 L.) with 150.00 @ 5000 RPM and 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1400 RPM

Turbocharged Inline 4 (1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 174 HP (128.064 KW) @ 5000 RPM and 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM

Turbocharged Inline 4 (1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 5300 RPM and 207 Ft-Lbs (281 NM) @ 1700 RPM

Q: What transmissions did the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta have? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Jetta had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.