Volkswagen Jetta A3
The Volkswagen Jetta A3 (1993–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 23 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: Typ 1H · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,400 mm |
| Width | – | 1,690 mm |
| Height | – | 1,430 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,470 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,105–1,295 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 368–425 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,407–2,492 L EPA | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | – | 156–224 km/h |
| Torque | – | 124–235 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de, ja, sv), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
980 complaints for model years 1993–1999. 77 crashes · 35 fires · 107 injuries
- Visibility and wipers 127
- Electrical system 106
- Engine 100
- Locks and latches 53
- Transmission and drivetrain 46
- Airbags 44
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 23 versions of the Volkswagen Jetta A3
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United States 14 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2003CLKUP | 1.9 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA | 192 g/km |
| 1999–2003 | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 38 MPG (6.2 L/100 km) EPA | 166 g/km |
| 1998–2002 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1999–2002CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1998–2002 | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1996–2000(FFS), CLKUP · CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1996–1999(DSL,TRBO) | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 37–38 MPG (6.2–6.4 L/100 km) EPA | 166–171 g/km |
| 1999CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1996–1999(FFS), CLKUP · CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1993–1997(FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1994–1997(FFS) | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1993–1995(FFS), CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1994–1995(FFS), CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1993(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
Canada 9 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–2002Compact | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.6–12.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 267–285 g/km |
| 1996–2000Compact | 1.9 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 7.1–12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 192–343 g/km |
| 1995–2000Compact | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.1–9.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 165–262 g/km |
| 1995–1999Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.3–11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 237–274 g/km |
| 1995–1999Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.8–10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 225–244 g/km |
| 1999Compact | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 283 g/km |
| 1995–1998Compact | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.6–12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 290–292 g/km |
| 1995Compact | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 248 g/km |
| 1995Compact | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 216 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.