2015
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid

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$31,120

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Notable features

Mild restyling for 2015

Turbocharged four-cylinder engine

Seven-speed dual-clutch transmission

Lithium-ion battery pack

Fender premium stereo

The good & the bad

The good

Impressive gas mileage

Composed handling

Ride comfort

Reserve power at highway speeds

Roomy backseat

The bad

Poor brake linearity

Accelerator lag

Requires premium gas

Hybrid gauge not an effective coaching tool

Hybrid battery reduces available cargo space

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Expert 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid review

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Vehicle Overview

Besides the fuel-saving TDI diesel versions of the Jetta compact sedan, Volkswagen sells a gas-electric hybrid model. Competitors include the Honda Civic Hybrid and Toyota Prius.

New for 2015
The Jetta Hybrid is offered only in upscale SEL Premium form for 2015. It gets minor exterior styling revisions, and new safety features include blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert and forward collision warning.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.

Exterior Highlights

Bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights
17-inch alloy wheels
Rear spoiler
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Heated side mirrors

Interior Highlights

Power gauge takes the place of a tachometer
Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
Touch-screen navigation system
Bluetooth, iPod connectivity
Push-button start
Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Under the Hood

150-horsepower, turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder gas engine that works with a 27-hp electric motor
Electric motor is powered by a 1.1-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack behind the rear seat
Can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in less than 9 seconds, according to VW
Can travel at speeds up to 44 mph on electric power alone
Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission

Safety Features

Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Side-impact airbags for the front seats
Side curtain airbags

2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

Besides the fuel-saving TDI diesel versions of the Jetta compact sedan, Volkswagen sells a gas-electric hybrid model. Competitors include the Honda Civic Hybrid and Toyota Prius.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.

Exterior Highlights

Bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights
17-inch alloy wheels
Rear spoiler
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Heated side mirrors

Interior Highlights

Power gauge takes the place of a tachometer
Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
Touch-screen navigation system
Bluetooth, iPod connectivity
Push-button start
Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Under the Hood

150-horsepower, turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder gas engine that works with a 27-hp electric motor
Electric motor is powered by a 1.1-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack behind the rear seat
Can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in less than 9 seconds, according to VW
Can travel at speeds up to 44 mph on electric power alone
Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission

Safety Features

Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Side-impact airbags for the front seats
Side curtain airbags

Safety review

Based on the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid base trim

NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.

Overall rating: 5/5
Combined side rating front seat: 5/5
Combined side rating rear seat: 5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 4/5
Overall side crash rating: 5/5
Rollover rating: 4/5
Side barrier rating: 5/5

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5/5

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic

3 years / 36,000 miles

Corrosion

12 years

Powertrain

5 years / 60,000 miles

Battery

8 years / 100,000 miles

Maintenance

1 years / 10,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage

MY 2016-MY 2017 vehicles / 75,000 miles; MY 2018- MY 2019 vehicles / 72,000 miles; MY 2020 and newer vehicles / 75,000 miles

Basic

Vehicles purchased on or after 1 / 5 / 21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr / 12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty

Dealer certification

100-plus point inspection

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By John R from New York

Owns this car

December 29, 2018

Biggest mistake buying any VW
I bought my 2015 Jetta Hybrid after someone hit and totaled my 2013 oddly enough they had same problem. I bought both with sertifed Pre Owned and transmission went at 50 K dealer help me thu it and they were excellent ( RIVERHEAD VW ) then we were in an accident and it was totaled. Both another 2015 same problem at 55k and
dealer ran us around until it was out of CPO and VW of America screwed us even though we had proof of trying the dealer to fix. They backed the dealer and made me pay even tho all happened under warranty. MY ADVICE IS NEVER TRUST VW UNTIL THEY ARE CAUGHT RED HANDED... Diesel scandal. They really sucked
Purchased a Used car

Used for Commuting

Does not recommend this car

Comfort 3.0

Interior 4.0

Performance 1.0

Value 1.0

Exterior 3.0

Reliability 1.0

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By DPBLKPRL from Oakland CA

Owns this car

December 16, 2018

THIS HYBRID ROCKS!
Had this hybrid for about a year and its simply AMAZING! Great MPG and drives great. I've taken it camping to Big Sur and Yuba River, up and down the Ca and South Oregon coast. One tank got me from SF, all the way to SD. The interior is clean, simple, and spacious. Definitely get heads turning driving this car. Plus its a CPO
for 17500 with about 12k miles, around Dec 2017 when I purchased it.
Purchased a Used car

Used for Commuting

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By Piloterror from New York

Used to own this car

February 21, 2018

Great handeling and comfort
I love the gas mileage and the way it handles year round . The seats and quietness add to the comfort level also a great sounding stereo system . Wonderful trunk space .
Purchased a Used car

Used for Having fun

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By VWer

Owns this car

July 15, 2017

Can easily return 40+ MPG
With judicious use of the throttle, one can attain 40+ MPG - in town, on side roads and on highways.
Purchased a Used car

Used for Transporting family

Does recommend this car

Comfort 4.0

Interior 4.0

Performance 4.0

Value 4.0

Exterior 4.0

Reliability 4.0

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By CaptainsDad from Norwalk, CT

Owns this car

June 4, 2017

I love this car
I've had my Jetta Hybrid for a year and I love it. It drives great, and the mileage is awesome. When I moved I downsized from a pickup truck and was planning to only keep it for a couple years, but I couldn't be happier with this car. I would highly recommend it.
Purchased a Used car

Used for Commuting

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By grizlysnoopy from Harlingen, TX

Owns this car

April 9, 2015

Great Car
Car rides better than other fwd cars I have owned. I believe this is due to the better weight distribution with the battery located over the rear axle. It is awesome to get better mileage on gasoline that on much more expensive diesel fuel.
Purchased a New car

Used for Commuting

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?

The 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid is available in 1 trim level:

Hybrid SEL Premium (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?

The 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid offers up to 42 MPG in city driving and 48 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid reliable?

The 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid owners.

Is the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. 83.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5

Based on 6 reviews

Comfort: 4.5
Interior: 4.7
Performance: 4.2
Value: 4.2
Exterior: 4.5
Reliability: 4.2

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