Volkswagen Jetta A4
The Volkswagen Jetta A4 (1999–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 34 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: Typ 1J · Sold in: United States, Canada, and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America |
|---|---|
| Seats and space | |
| Luggage space (EPA) | 368–963 L EPA |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,464–2,520 L EPA |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: US EPA fuel economy data.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
2,749 complaints for model years 2000–2005. 146 crashes · 202 fires · 265 injuries · 14 deaths
- Electrical system 391
- Engine 348
- Airbags 322
- Transmission and drivetrain 226
- Seats 204
- Visibility and wipers 139
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 34 versions of the Volkswagen Jetta A4
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United States 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2007 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 2005–20073MODE CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 2005–20063MODE | 1.9 L | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA | 192 g/km |
| 2000–2005 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 2002–2005CLKUP · 2MODE CLKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 2004–2005 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 2004–20053MODE CLKUP | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 32 MPG (7.4 L/100 km) EPA | 198 g/km |
| 1999–2005 | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 34–39 MPG (6.0–6.9 L/100 km) EPA | 162–186 g/km |
| 2001–2005 | 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 |
| 1999–2005CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22–24 MPG (9.8–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 230–251 g/km |
| 2002–2004 | 2.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1999–2003CLKUP | 1.9 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA | 192 g/km |
| 2002–2003CLKUP · 2MODE CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 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 |
| 1999–2002 | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2000–2001CLKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
Canada 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2005Compact · Station wagon: Small | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 246 g/km |
| 2002–2005Compact · Station wagon: Small | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 228 g/km |
| 1999–2005Compact | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.1–6.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 165–178 g/km |
| 2003–2005Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.1–6.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 165–181 g/km |
| 2004–2005Compact · Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 7.2–7.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 194–200 g/km |
| 2003–2005Station wagon: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.2–10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235–244 g/km |
| 1999–2005Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.9–10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 228–246 g/km |
| 2005Compact · Station wagon: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 230 g/km |
| 2003–2005Compact | 2.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 248 g/km |
| 1999–2004Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.7–10.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 223–230 g/km |
| 2003–2004Station wagon: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.9–10.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 228–230 g/km |
| 1999–2003Compact | 1.9 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 7.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 192 g/km |
| 2003Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 7.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 194 g/km |
| 1999–2003Compact | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 10.7–12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 246–283 g/km |
| 1999–2002Compact | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 267 g/km |
| 2000–2002Compact | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.1–12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 278–283 g/km |
| 2000–2001Compact | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.7–10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 246–248 g/km |
| 2000–2001Compact | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 225 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.