2016 Volkswagen JettaFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Compact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
28
MPG
Highway
40
MPG
Combined
33
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 3 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

41.2MPG average+24.7% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 33 MPG · Owner reported avg: 41.2 MPG

Range: 36–48 MPG

Driving mix: City 23% / Highway 77%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 41.2 real world MPG based on 3 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 33 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
28
Hwy
40
Comb
33
Fuel cost: $2,050/yr
Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
28
Hwy
39
Comb
32
Fuel cost: $2,100/yr
Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
25
Hwy
35
Comb
29
Fuel cost: $2,350/yr
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
25
Hwy
36
Comb
29
Fuel cost: $2,350/yr
Automatic (AM-S6)
Regular
City
24
Hwy
33
Comb
27
Fuel cost: $2,500/yr
Manual 6-spd
Regular
City
23
Hwy
33
Comb
27
Fuel cost: $2,500/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,050

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$1,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 8/10
GHG Score: 8/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
276 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
9.0 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
1.4L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

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