The 2021 Jetta is available in five trim levels. They include S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium and R-Line. All trims share the same 1.4L turbo-charged inline four-cylinder engine producing 184 foot-pounds of torque at a mere 1400 RPM. Horsepower is slightly down at 147 but with the slight decrease comes an astounding 40 miles per gallon highway rating. That makes the few dropped ponies hard to miss, especially when considering most turbocharged engines require premium gasoline while the Jetta is designed for regular 87 octane fuel. Base S vehicles and the sporty R-Line are equipped with a standard 6-speed manual gearbox while SEL and higher trims get a smooth shifting 8-speed automatic with start/stop technology standard for even more fuel savings.

The Jetta GLI is available in two trims the S and the Autobahn, both powered by as 2L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed automatic transmission. The Jetta GLI produces 228 horsepower and 258 foot-pounds of torque at 1700 RPM.

Base S trim models come very nicely equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels, a rearview camera, Bluetooth connectivity and automatic LED headlights. On the inside there's a 6-way adjustable cloth driver's seat, cruise control, a 60/40 split-folding rear seat, and a 6.5-inch infotainment system with a USB slot and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto/MirrorLink smartphone integration.

The SE trim adds passive entry, push-button start, a large 1st row panoramic sunroof, a leatherette steering wheel, heated seats, and V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces.

Stepping up to SEL trim buyers are treated to a BeatsAudio stereo system, 10-color interior ambient lighting, VW Digital Cockpit, wireless phone charging, a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, heated wiper jets, and a remote starter.

SEL Premium adds leather seats, an integrated navigation system, and 17-inch alloy wheels with premium finish.

The R-Line gets a 6-speed manual as standard, blacked out aggressive exterior styling, a generous list of standard features and a race-inspired XDS Cross Differential. Exterior modifications include prominent R-Line badging, black grille accents, black painted mirrors, 17-inch R-Line alloy wheels and fog lights.

Standard and available safety features are plentiful on the Jetta, among the best lineup in the segment. Volkswagen offers standard features for S trim that include electronic stability control, engine brake-assist, front and side thorax airbags, curtain airbags, tire pressure monitoring, and its Intelligent Crash Response System. Available features for higher trims include adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking, rear traffic alert, and blind spot monitoring.

Modern Styling

Practical And Spacious Interior

40 Mpg Highway Estimate

Plenty Of In-cabin Entertainment Options

Advanced Safety Features

The Jetta returns for 2021 with minimal changes.

With rivals like the Honda Civic, Mazda3, and Subaru Impreza the Jetta stands out by being a jack of all trades, offering a little bit of everything to buyers. A more modern take to a classic looking exterior, spacious interior, an excellent driving experience, on top of great standard equipment and gas mileage, make the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta a contender to take down the near dozen contenders occupying the segment.

4 Speakers

AM/FM radio

Radio data system

Radio: Composition Color w/6.5" Touchscreen

Air Conditioning

Automatic temperature control

Front dual zone A/C

Rear window defroster

Power driver seat

Power steering

Power windows

Remote keyless entry

Steering wheel mounted audio controls

Speed-sensing steering

Traction control

4-Wheel Disc Brakes

ABS brakes

Dual front impact airbags

Dual front side impact airbags

Emergency communication system: VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription)

Front anti-roll bar

Front wheel independent suspension

Low tire pressure warning

Occupant sensing airbag

Overhead airbag

Rear anti-roll bar

Power moonroof: Panoramic

Brake assist

Electronic Stability Control

Exterior Parking Camera Rear

Delay-off headlights

Fully automatic headlights

Panic alarm

Speed control

Bumpers: body-color

Heated door mirrors

Power door mirrors

Driver door bin

Driver vanity mirror

Front reading lights

Heated Front Comfort Sport Seats

Illuminated entry

Leather Shift Knob

Outside temperature display

Overhead console

Passenger vanity mirror

Rear reading lights

Rear seat center armrest

Tachometer

Telescoping steering wheel

Tilt steering wheel

Trip computer

Front Bucket Seats

Front Center Armrest

Heated front seats

Perforated V-Tex Leatherette Seat Trim

Split folding rear seat

Passenger door bin

Alloy wheels

Wheels: 16" 2-Tone Machined Alloy

Variably intermittent wipers

Engine: 1.4L TSI I-4 Turbocharged -inc: DOHC 16-valve, direct injection

Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic -inc: Tiptronic and sport mode

Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature

Front-Wheel Drive

3.23 Axle Ratio

Engine Oil Cooler

60-Amp/Hr 540CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection

140 Amp Alternator

Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers

Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars

Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering

13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank

Single Stainless Steel Exhaust

Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs

Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs

4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake

Security System Pre-Wiring

Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential

Wheels: 16" 2-Tone Machined Alloy

Tires: 205/60R16 All-Season

Steel Spare Wheel

Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo

Clearcoat Paint

Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass Panoramic 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade

Body-Colored Front Bumper

Body-Colored Rear Bumper

Chrome Side Windows Trim

Body-Colored Door Handles

Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding

Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster

Light Tinted Glass

Variable Intermittent Wipers

Fully Galvanized Steel Panels

Black Grille w/Chrome Accents

Front License Plate Bracket

Trunk Rear Cargo Access

Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off

Perimeter/Approach Lights

LED Brakelights

Radio: Composition Color w/6.5" Touchscreen -inc: AM/FM radio and WMA/MP3 player w/USB-C input, App-Connect smartphone integration (w/Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink) via USB, 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), 4-speaker sound system and Bluetooth connectivity (for compatible devices)

Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System

Audio Theft Deterrent

Window Grid Diversity Antenna

2 LCD Monitors In The Front

Heated Front Comfort Sport Seats -inc: 8-way power driver's seat w/height adjustment and 4-way manual front passenger seat

6-Way Driver Seat

Passenger Seat

60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat

Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer

Power Rear Windows

Leatherette Steering Wheel

Front Cupholder

Rear Cupholder

Power Fuel Flap Locking Type

Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access

Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start

Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button

Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls

HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts

Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning

Glove Box

Driver Foot Rest

Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents

Full Cloth Headliner

Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material

Perforated V-Tex Leatherette Seat Trim

Day-Night Rearview Mirror

Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination

Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet

Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting

Front And Rear Map Lights

Full Carpet Floor Covering

Carpet Floor Trim

Cargo Space Lights

FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access

Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins

Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down

Delayed Accessory Power

Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature

Driver Information Center

Redundant Digital Speedometer

Trip Computer

Outside Temp Gauge

Analog Appearance

Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints

Seats w/Leatherette Back Material

Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest

1 Seatback Storage Pocket

Immobilizer

1 12V DC Power Outlet

Air Filtration

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

ABS And Driveline Traction Control

Side Impact Beams

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags

Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot

Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking)

Collision Mitigation-Front

Collision Mitigation-Rear

Low Tire Pressure Warning

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags

Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags

Airbag Occupancy Sensor

Rear Child Safety Locks

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners

Back-Up Camera

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