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MSRP
- S Manual $18,995
- S Auto $19,795
- R-Line Manual $22,795
- SE Auto $22,895
- R-Line Auto $23,595
- SEL Auto $25,745
- S DSG $27,145
- SEL Premium Auto $28,045
2021 Volkswagen Jetta SEL specs & colors
4dr Car
Key Specs
Color options
Interior
Platinum
Luxor Beige
Sea Blue
Packages
$105
Starting MSRP
- First Aid Kit Basic first aid kit for addressing minor injuries
- Roadside Assistance Kit
- booster cables
Specifications
| EPA Classification | Compact Cars |
| Spare Wheel Size | Compact in |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 X 7 in |
| Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 X 7 in |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | 540 |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 140 |
| Displacement | 1.4 L/85 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 184 @ 1400 |
| Engine Type | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 147 @ 5000 |
| Cruising Range - City | 382.80 mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 29 MPG |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | 514.80 mi |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 39 MPG |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined | N/A |
| Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | 33 MPG |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.47 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.95 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.23 |
| Trans Description Cont. Again | N/A |
| Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.67 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 5.07 |
| Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.81 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 4.00 |
| Trans Type | 8 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.97 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.23 |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension Type - Front | Strut |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 10.8 in |
| Brake Type | 4-Wheel Disc |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 11.5 in |
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | N/A |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 13.2 gal |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 36.4 ft |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | N/A |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | N/A |
| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion |
| Rear Tire Size | P205/55HR17 |
| Spare Tire Size | Compact |
| Front Tire Size | P205/55HR17 |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Base Curb Weight | 2965 lbs |
| Passenger Volume | 94.7 ft³ |
| Trunk Volume | 14.1 ft³ |
| Front Leg Room | 41.1 in |
| Height, Overall | 57.4 in |
| Track Width, Rear | 60.4 in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 in |
| Second Shoulder Room | 54 in |
| Length, Overall | 185.1 in |
| Front Hip Room | N/A in |
| Second Leg Room | 37.4 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 70.8 in |
| Track Width, Front | 60.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in |
| Second Hip Room | N/A in |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head Room | 38.5 in |
| Liftover Height | N/A in |
| Min Ground Clearance | 5.6 in |
| Second Head Room | 37.2 in |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Glove Box Mounted Single Remote CD, MP3 Player, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System | Optional |
| 2 LCD Monitors In The Front | Standard |
| Audio Theft Deterrent | Standard |
| Radio: MIB3 Composition Media w/8" Touchscreen -inc: AM/FM/HD Radio and WMA/MP3/FLAC player w/USB-C input, voice control, App-Connect smartphone integration (w/Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink) via USB, Wireless App Connect smartphone integration (for compatible devices) w/multi-phone pairing capability, capability for in-vehicle 4G LTE enabled Wi-Fi (cellular data plan required; includes limited trial), capability for VW Car-Net services (capabilities for certain services vary; requires enrollment or subscription), BeatsAudio premium sound system w/subwoofer, wireless inductive charger (for compatible devices) in center console, Bluetooth connectivity (for compatible devices) and SiriusXM w/360L w/3-month All Access trial; 360L services require acceptance of Car-Net terms | Optional |
| Window Grid Diversity Antenna | Standard |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | Standard |
| Trunk Rear Cargo Access | Standard |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster | Standard |
| Black Grille w/Chrome Accents | Standard |
| Front License Plate Bracket | Standard |
| Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets And Wiper Park | Optional |
| Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo | Optional |
| Body-Colored Front Bumper | Standard |
| Perimeter/Approach Lights | Standard |
| Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off | Optional |
| Headlights-Automatic Highbeams | Optional |
| Chrome Side Windows Trim | Standard |
| Wheels: 17" 2-Tone Machined Alloy | Optional |
| Tires: 205/55R17 All-Season | Optional |
| Steel Spare Wheel | Optional |
| Fully Galvanized Steel Panels | Standard |
| Light Tinted Glass | Standard |
| Body-Colored Rear Bumper | Standard |
| Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding | Optional |
| LED Brakelights | Standard |
| Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass Panoramic 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade | Optional |
| Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents | Standard |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet | Optional |
| FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Remote Engine Start | Optional |
| Heated Leatherette Steering Wheel | Optional |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering | Standard |
| Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning | Optional |
| Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins | Standard |
| 1 12V DC Power Outlet | Standard |
| Carpet Floor Trim | Standard |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts | Standard |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | Standard |
| Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest | Optional |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | Standard |
| Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access | Standard |
| Seats w/Leatherette Back Material | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button | Optional |
| Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | Standard |
| Power Fuel Flap Locking Type | Standard |
| Outside Temp Gauge | Standard |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | Standard |
| Driver Foot Rest | Standard |
| Power Rear Windows | Standard |
| Full Cloth Headliner | Standard |
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | Standard |
| Passenger Seat | Standard |
| Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | Optional |
| Air Filtration | Standard |
| Immobilizer | Standard |
| Front And Rear Map Lights | Optional |
| Cargo Space Lights | Standard |
| Digital/Analog Appearance | Optional |
| Systems Monitor | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard |
| 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Heated Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat | Optional |
| Rear Cupholder | Standard |
| Perforated V-Tex Leatherette Seat Trim | Optional |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination | Optional |
| Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start | Optional |
| Heated Front Comfort Sport Seats -inc: 8-way power driver's seat w/height adjustment and 4-way manual front passenger seat | Optional |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | Standard |
| 1 Seatback Storage Pocket | Optional |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down | Standard |
| Front Cupholder | Standard |
| Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material | Optional |
| Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go | Optional |
| 6-Way Driver Seat | Optional |
| Redundant Digital Speedometer | Standard |
| Engine: 1.4L TSI I-4 Turbocharged -inc: DOHC 16-valve, direct injection | Standard |
| Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic -inc: Tiptronic and sport mode | Optional |
| Security System Pre-Wiring | Standard |
| Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| 140 Amp Alternator | Standard |
| Single Stainless Steel Exhaust | Standard |
| Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | Standard |
| Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars | Standard |
| 13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank | Standard |
| 3.23 Axle Ratio | Optional |
| Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature | Optional |
| Front-Wheel Drive | Standard |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake | Standard |
| Engine Oil Cooler | Standard |
| Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering | Standard |
| 60-Amp/Hr 540CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection | Standard |
| Rear Child Safety Locks | Standard |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | Standard |
| Back-Up Camera | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | Standard |
| Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | Standard |
| Active Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot | Optional |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | Standard |
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control | Standard |
| Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking) and Rear Traffic Alert | Optional |
| Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) Lane Departure Warning | Optional |
| Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) Lane Keeping Assist | Optional |
| Collision Mitigation-Front | Optional |
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