2026 Volkswagen Jetta
2026 Volkswagen
Jetta
Although the 2026 Jetta was just refreshed last model year, Volkswagen has added still more upgrades – such as standard wireless smartphone connection – while maintaining the compact sedan’s strongest traits. The SE adds a power panoramic sunroof, and the top-of-the-line SEL has been given an upgraded sound system. As the most affordable German sedan, the Jetta uses a winning formula that starts with an engaging yet efficient turbocharged powerplant, a roomy interior for five, and a level of refinement uncommon in this category.
Volkswagen reinforces the Jetta’s value with a four-year or 50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and the Carefree Coverage program. This complimentary benefit provides two years of standard scheduled maintenance, three years of 24/7 roadside assistance, and five years of myVW+ services. Note that we cover the sporty Jetta GLI on a separate page.
How we describe this model: Toyota Corolla, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic
Shop this vehicle against: efficient, Euro-styled, nicely equipped
Jetta Highlights
- fuel economy up to 40 miles per gallon
- standard dual-zone automatic climate control
- Volkswagen Digital Cockpit on every trim
- available leather upholstery and heated front and rear outboard seats
Jetta Powertrain
- 158-horsepower turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine
- eight-speed automatic transmission
- front-wheel drivetrain
- EPA-estimated fuel economy: 29 mpg city/40 mpg highway (S trim achieves up to 39 mpg highway)
S Interior
Fabric upholstery, 60/40-split folding rear seatback, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather-wrapped steering wheel, auto-dimming rearview mirror, two USB ports, 8-inch Volkswagen Digital Cockpit instrument display
S Exterior
LED lighting with automatic headlamps, heated power side-view mirrors, rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers, all-season tires on 16-inch alloy wheels
S Safety
IQ.DRIVE (forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control, Travel Assist (helps maintain lane positioning and acceleration when adaptive cruise control is active), Emergency Assist (the vehicle will stop if the driver becomes unresponsive), airbags, anti-lock brakes, stability control, traction control, rearview monitor
S Infotainment
8-inch touchscreen, App-Connect (for wireless smartphone integration, Bluetooth, and access to myVW+ connected services), audio system with four speakers
Sport
Contents of S plus:
- upgraded front differential (to enhance cornering)
- heated first-row comfort seats
- integrated grille lightbar
- rear center armrest with trunk pass-through
- stainless-steel pedal caps
- 17-inch alloy wheels
SE
Contents of Sport plus:
- remote start
- proximity keyless entry
- SiriusXM satellite radio
- power panoramic sunroof
- CloudTex perforated leatherette upholstery
- eight-way power driver's seat with power lumbar
- wireless device charging
- push-button ignition
- rear USB charging
- delete front differential and lightbar
SEL
Contents of SE plus:
- leather upholstery
- heated and ventilated front seats
- automatic high beams
- heated steering wheel
- heated rear outboard seats
- driver's memory system
- configurable 10.25-inch Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro instrument display
- navigation
- premium audio with eight speakers
- selectable drive modes
- grille lightbar
- heated windshield washer nozzles
- ambient interior lighting
- 18-inch wheels
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