2016
Volkswagen Jetta
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Notable features
New 150-hp turbo base engine
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto smartphone mirroring now available
New active safety features available
Restyled Jetta GLI model
Gas or diesel power
Hybrid model offered
The good & the bad
The good
Fuel efficiency, especially diesel and hybrid models
Terrific manual transmission
Cornering poise
Supportive front seats
Rear-seat legroom
The bad
Interior materials quality
Pricey for its class
Wind noise in cabin
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Safety review
Based on the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
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5/5
- Combined side rating front seat
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5/5
- Combined side rating rear seat
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5/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating driver
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4/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
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4/5
- Overall frontal barrier crash rating
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4/5
- Overall side crash rating
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5/5
- Rollover rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating
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5/5
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
11.1%
Risk of rollover
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
11.1%
Risk of rollover
Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 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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Most recent
This is my 2nd Mk6 Jetta.
This is my 2nd Mk6 Jetta. The first one I leased had zero issues with it. It was a 2017 1.4t S trim. My current Jetta a 2016 Sport 1.8t trim is a great vehicle! I bought it in 2019 as a CPO with 38k miles and now it has 127,500 miles and counting! Has give me zero problems. All I’ve done was kept up with its regular maintenance.
- Does recommend this car
Fun little car!
I purchased this car new but kept it only 2 years as I needed more space for my growing kids, their friends, and their activities. Mine was a sport model with black and white interior. Despite a rather average gas mileage for the size of the car, everything else was solid and the car was pretty spacious inside. The sport tuned
- Purchased a New car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does recommend this car
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is available in 11 trim levels:
- 1.4T S (2 styles)
- 1.4T S w/Technology (2 styles)
- 1.4T SE (2 styles)
- 1.4T SE w/Connectivity (1 style)
- 1.8T SEL (1 style)
- 1.8T SEL Premium (1 style)
- 2.0L TDI S (2 styles)
- 2.0L TDI SE w/Connectivity (2 styles)
- 2.0L TDI SEL Premium (2 styles)
- 2.0T GLI SE (2 styles)
- 2.0T GLI SEL (2 styles)
What is the MPG of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta offers up to 28 MPG in city driving and 40 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.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?
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Is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta reliable?
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Volkswagen Jetta owners.
Is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta a good Sedan?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. 96.4% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.6
- Interior: 4.6
- Performance: 4.7
- Value: 4.7
- Exterior: 4.6
- Reliability: 4.7
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