Volkswagen Jetta A7

The Volkswagen Jetta A7 (since 2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: MQB A1 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm TC | 4,702–4,753 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm TC | 1,799 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm TC | 1,459 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm TC | 2,686–2,731 mm |
| Front track | 1,540 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,540 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,350–1,463 kg TC | 1,331–1,479 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 396–453 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,662 L EPA | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | – | 200–250 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | – | 8.9 s |
| Torque | – | 250–350 Nm |
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2019–2026: ★★★★★
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de, es), US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
838 complaints for model years 2019–2026. 31 crashes · 4 fires · 41 injuries · 2 deaths
- Electrical system 208
- Engine 200
- Transmission and drivetrain 183
- Brakes 93
- Driver assistance 55
- Fuel system 53
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 12 versions of the Volkswagen Jetta A7
United States 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–2027SIDI | 1.5 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 33–35 MPG (6.7–7.1 L/100 km) EPA | 159–169 g/km |
| 2019–2027SIDI | 2.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automated manual | Front-wheel drive | 28–30 MPG (7.8–8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 185–196 g/km |
| 2019–2026SIDI | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28–30 MPG (7.8–8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 186–199 g/km |
| 2022–2024SIDI | 1.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100 km) EPA | 161–165 g/km |
| 2019–2021SIDI | 1.4 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 33–34 MPG (6.9–7.1 L/100 km) EPA | 163–165 g/km |
| 2019–2021SIDI | 1.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100 km) EPA | 162–163 g/km |
Canada 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–2026Compact | 1.5 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 6.8–7.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 159–174 g/km |
| 2019–2026Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automated manual | 7.9–8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 185–196 g/km |
| 2019–2026Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.9–8.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 186–200 g/km |
| 2022–2024Compact | 1.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.9–7.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 161–165 g/km |
| 2019–2021Compact | 1.4 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 7.0–7.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 162–165 g/km |
| 2019–2021Compact | 1.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.9–7.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 162–163 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.





