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2016 Volkswagen Jetta

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is a compact car, rated at 33 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.

2016 Volkswagen Jetta
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Combined MPG
33
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$22,000
Recalls
5

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Model year2016
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement1.4 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionManual 5-spd
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG28
Highway MPG40
Combined MPG33
CO₂ tailpipe276 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$1900

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Jetta27 MPG combined
Jetta29 MPG combined
Jetta32 MPG combined
Jetta29 MPG combined
Jetta33 MPG combined
Jetta27 MPG combined
Jetta Hybrid44 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City28 MPG
Highway40 MPG
Combined33 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Jetta33 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 4% more efficient than the Jetta's class average.

Est. monthly payment
$387/mo
Amount financed
$19,800
Total interest
$3,445
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5-year fuel cost
$6,091

$1,218/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG33
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (5)

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL20V648000 · 2020-10-21

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.

    Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail bolts and, as necessary, the fuel rail. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24Gi.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER20E064000 · 2020-09-23

    Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.

    Remedy: Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE19V615000 · 2019-08-22

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."

    Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL16V403000 · 2016-06-06

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jetta vehicles manufactured October 31, 2015, to January 21, 2016, 2016 Passat vehicles, equipped with 1.8T engines manufactured November 13, 2015, to December 9, 2015, and 2016 Golf vehicles manufactured November 5, 2015, to November 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the fuel rail may detach from the cylinder head and result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cylinder heads, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 15F7.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE15V705000 · 2015-10-26

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.

    Remedy: Volkswagen dealer will update the engine control module (ECM) software. The recall began March 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23R1.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is EPA-rated at 33 MPG combined (28 city / 40 highway).

Is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta reliable?

NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta costs roughly $1,218 per year to fuel, or about $6,091 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC