Key Figures
- Price range in Canada: $21,595 to $32,395
- Price range in the United States: $18,995 to $32,435
- Two engine choices, with output ranging from 147 to 228 horsepower
- Combined fuel economy: 6.9 L/100 km to 8.5 L/100 km, 28 to 34 mpg
The 2021 Volkswagen Jetta is a compact four-door sedan that’s in the third model year of its seventh generation. It was redesigned for the 2019 model year and is offered in regular and sportier Jetta GLI configurations.
The Jetta is equipped with a turbocharged 1.4L inline four-cylinder engine that develops 147 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, managed by either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic. Every Jetta features a front-wheel drivetrain.
As for the Jetta GLI, it boasts a turbocharged 2.0L four that develops 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, mixed with either a six-speed manual or a dual-clutch seven-speed automatic. It also receives a sport-tuned suspension, unique front and rear bumpers, side skirts and dual chrome exhaust tips.
In Canada, the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta is available in Comfortline, Highline, Highline with R-Line package and Execline trim levels, along with the Jetta GLI. In the United States, we find S, R-Line, SE, SEL and SEL Premium in addition to S and Autobahn variants for the Jetta GLI. The R-Line package and trim level notably add unique exterior styling elements, 17-inch alloy wheels and an XDS electronic limited-slip differential for enhanced handling characteristics.
Available comfort and convenience features in the Jetta include an MIB2 infotainment with 6.5-inch touchscreen or a new MIB3 system with an eight-inch touchscreen, a 400-watt BeatsAudio sound system, SiriusXM with 360L compatibility, Volkswagen Car Net remote access, a digital 12.3-inch driver instrument panel, alloy wheels ranging from 16 to 18 inches in diameter, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a windshield wiper de-icer, perforated leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power sunroof and wireless phone charging.
The safety feature list includes available automatic high beams, autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert, lane departure warning and lane keep assist and adaptive cruise control with stop and go function.
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2021 Volkswagen Jetta Pricing In Canada
| Trim Level | Motor | Transmission | MSRP | Freight & PDI | Net Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comfortline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | $21,595 | $1,750 | $23,345 |
| Comfortline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | $22,995 | $1,750 | $24,745 |
| Highline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | $25,495 | $1,750 | $27,245 |
| Highline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | $25,645 | $1,750 | $27,395 |
| Highline R-Line | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | $26,845 | $1,750 | $27,395 |
| Execline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | $28,995 | $1,750 | $30,745 |
| GLI | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 6-speed manual | $30,995 | $1,750 | $32,745 |
| GLI | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 7-speed automatic DCT | $32,395 | $1,750 | $34,145 |
2021 Volkswagen Jetta Pricing In The United States
| Trim Level | Motor | Transmission | MSRP | Destination & Handling | Net Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | $18,995 | $995 | $19,990 |
| S | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | $19,795 | $995 | $20,790 |
| R-Line | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | $22,795 | $995 | $23,790 |
| SE | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | $22,895 | $995 | $23,890 |
| R-Line | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | $23,595 | $995 | $24,590 |
| SEL | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | $25,745 | $995 | $26,740 |
| GLI S | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 6-speed manual | $26,640 | $995 | $27,635 |
| GLI S | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 7-speed automatic DCT | $27,440 | $995 | $28,435 |
| SEL Premium | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | $28,045 | $995 | $29,040 |
| GLI Autobahn | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 6-speed manual | $30,745 | $995 | $31,740 |
| GLI Autobahn | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 7-speed automatic DCT | $31,545 | $995 | $32,540 |
2021 Volkswagen Jetta Powertrains In Canada
| Trim Level | Motor | Transmission | Displacement | Power (hp @ rpm) | Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comfortline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 |
| Comfortline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 |
| Highline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 |
| Highline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 |
| Highline R-Line | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 |
| Execline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 |
| GLI | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 6-speed manual | 1,984 | 228 @ 5,000 | 258 @ 1,500 |
| GLI | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 7-speed automatic DCT | 1,984 | 228 @ 5,000 | 258 @ 1,500 |
2021 Volkswagen Jetta Powertrains In The United States
| Trim Level | Motor | Transmission | Displacement | Poweer (hp @ rpm) | Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 | |
| S | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 | |
| R-Line | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 | |
| SE | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 | |
| R-Line | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 | |
| SEL | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 | |
| GLI S | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 6-speed manual | 1,984 | 228 @ 5,000 | 258 @ 1,500 | |
| GLI S | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 7-speed automatic DCT | 1,984 | 228 @ 5,000 | 258 @ 1,500 | |
| SEL Premium | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | 1,395 | 147 @ 5,000 | 184 @ 1,600 | |
| GLI Autobahn | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 6-speed manual | 1,984 | 228 @ 5,000 | 258 @ 1,500 | |
| GLI Autobahn | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 7-speed automatic DCT | 1,984 | 228 @ 5,000 | 258 @ 1,500 |
2021 Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Economy In Canada
| Trim Level | Motor | Transmission | Fuel Type | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comfortline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | Regular | 7.9 | 5.8 | 6.9 |
| Comfortline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | Regular | 8.0 | 6.0 | 7.1 |
| Highline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | Regular | 7.9 | 5.8 | 6.9 |
| Highline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | Regular | 8.0 | 6.0 | 7.1 |
| Highline R-Line | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | Regular | 8.0 | 6.0 | 7.1 |
| Execline | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | Regular | 8.0 | 6.0 | 7.1 |
| GLI | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 6-speed manual | Regular | 9.7 | 7.0 | 8.5 |
| GLI | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 7-speed automatic DCT | Regular | 9.7 | 6.8 | 8.4 |
2021 Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Economy In The United States
| Trim Level | Motor | Transmission | Fuel Type | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | Regular | 30 | 41 | 34 |
| S | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | Regular | 29 | 39 | 33 |
| R-Line | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 6-speed manual | Regular | 30 | 41 | 34 |
| SE | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | Regular | 29 | 39 | 33 |
| R-Line | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | Regular | 29 | 39 | 33 |
| SEL | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | Regular | 29 | 39 | 33 |
| GLI S | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 6-speed manual | Regular | 24 | 33 | 28 |
| GLI S | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 7-speed automatic DCT | Regular | 24 | 35 | 28 |
| SEL Premium | Turbo 1.4L I4 | 8-speed automatic | Regular | 29 | 39 | 33 |
| GLI Autobahn | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 6-speed manual | Regular | 24 | 33 | 28 |
| GLI Autobahn | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 7-speed automatic DCT | Regular | 24 | 35 | 28 |
2021 Volkswagen Jetta Competition
The 2021 Volkswagen Jetta competes with the following models in the compact car category:
Honda Civic, Honda Insight, Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Ioniq, Kia Forte, Mazda3, Nissan Sentra, Subaru Impreza, Subaru WRX, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prius, Volkswagen Golf.
