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Efficiency and Performance for the 2021 VW Jetta Compact Sedan

As you shop for a compact sedan, you’ll want to keep the efficiency and performance specs for the 2021 VW Jetta compact sedan in mind. This popular vehicle comes with a 1.4L turbocharged engine generating 147 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. You will have the option to choose between its standard 6-speed manual transmission or the available 8-speed automatic transmission featuring Tiptronic.

The fuel economy of the 2021 VW Jetta will vary depending on your transmission choice. For the best efficiency possible, consider the standard 6-speed manual transmission. With this transmission, you can expect up to 30 city MPG, 41 highway MPG, and 34 combined MPG. The fuel economy ratings for the Jetta with the available automatic transmission are 29 city MPG, 39 highway MPG, and 33 combined MPG. Additionally, the Jetta will include a 13.5-gallon fuel tank. So, what does this mean for mileage? Basically, that means that if you were to drive only on the highway and your Jetta is equipped with the efficient manual transmission, you could travel up to 553.5 miles before needing a fill-up! If you kept this same configuration and drove only in the city, your Jetta can travel up to 405 miles on a single tank. Of course, these are approximate numbers, and it is not recommended to run your vehicle to completely empty.