Trim Report

Volkswagen Jetta SEL2019

Includes:JET|SEL
$775
Starting From
1,018
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 1,018 active dealer listings as of

Min $775
Max $34,040
From $775
Fresh
Safety

8 recall campaigns to check. See the safety breakdown below

SEL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$4,300
$4K–$30K
716 listings84,777 avg miles
2.5
From$750
13 listings|$750–$10K
GL
From$1,100
3 listings|$1K–$7K
GLI
From$5,000
129 listings|$5K–$29K
GLI 40th Anniversary Edition
From$23,995
29 listings|$24K–$30K
GLI Autobahn
From$5,750
1,437 listings|$6K–$38K
GLI Edition 30
From$8,698
5 listings|$9K–$10K
GLI SE
From$5,900
13 listings|$6K–$30K
GLI SEL
From$7,500
12 listings|$8K–$16K
GLS
From$1,490
10 listings|$1K–$15K
Limited Edition
From$1,756
14 listings|$2K–$9K
R-Line
From$6,999
196 listings|$7K–$29K
S
From$1,000
2,904 listings|$1K–$30K
SEL
From$775
1,018 listings|$775–$34K
SEL Premium
From$2,300
66 listings|$2K–$22K
Sport
From$3,400
3,883 listings|$3K–$37K
TDI
From$850
203 listings|$850–$15K
TDI S
From$5,880
6 listings|$6K–$10K
TDI SE
From$4,200
7 listings|$4K–$13K
TDI SEL
From$3,495
7 listings|$3K–$9K
TDI Value Edition
From$8,995
3 listings|$9K–$9K
Wolfsburg Edition
From$1,499
22 listings|$1K–$14K
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Where to Find Volkswagen Jetta SEL

Location data for all 2019 Volkswagen Jetta trims combined

36States

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Volkswagen Jetta Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2019 Volkswagen Jetta trims

Elevated

The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta's elevated safety profile includes 8 recall campaigns and 526 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

8
Recalls
526
Complaints
17
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
24V1100002024-14-02
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain front-wheel drive 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 2018-2019 Golf Sportwagen A7, 2015-2017 Golf Sportwagen, 2015-2020 Golf GTI, and 2015-2020 Golf A7 vehicles. Due to a problem with a suction jet pump seal inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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18V9040002018-19-12
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.

If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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19V8790002019-11-12
WHEELS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta GLI, Golf Alltrack, and Golf GTI vehicles. The front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.

The excessive stress can cause steering, traction or other stability issues or breakage relating to the front wheels, and increase the risk of a crash.

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23V6040002023-30-08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Golf, Golf Alltrack, Golf Sportwagen, 2019-2020 Golf GTI, and Jetta vehicles equipped with a conventional ignition switch. The ignition switch may fail, especially in high temperature environments.

Ignition switch failure can cause the electrical system to shut down and the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

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19V6790002019-25-09
UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.

If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.

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18V6710002018-26-09
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The passenger side headlight may be incorrectly positioned, reducing the driver's visibility when it is dark. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

A reduction in the driver's visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

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19V1100002019-20-02
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Volkswagen Group of America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta vehicles. An incorrect driver frontal airbag may have been installed during a service/repair visit.

In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the wrong air bag may not work correctly, increasing the risk of injury.

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23V6190002023-06-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the door is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 114, "Theft Protection."

Without an audible warning, the driver may be unaware that the key is left in the ignition, which can increase the risk of vehicle theft or a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta has accumulated 526 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train108
02Electrical System59
03Engine54
04Unknown Or Other49
05Electrical System,engine19
526 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2019 Volkswagen Jetta trims

28–34mpg combined
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25-30city
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32-40hwy
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$1,300-$1,550/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta ranges from 28 to 34 MPG combined. That's a 6 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Jetta - Automatic (S8)
34mpg
1.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
30 city40 hwy~$1,300/yr8/10 Clean
Jetta - Manual 6-spd
34mpg
1.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
30 city40 hwy~$1,300/yr8/10 Clean
Jetta GLI - Automatic (AM-S7)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city32 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average
Jetta GLI - Manual 6-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city32 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the SEL Worth It?

Common questions about the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta SEL

How does the SEL compare to other Volkswagen Jetta trims?

Every Volkswagen Jetta trim targets a different buyer. The 2019 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta SEL?

The SEL shares its core mechanicals with other Volkswagen Jetta trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for power train issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 8 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2019 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Jetta SEL?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Volkswagen Jetta SEL year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Volkswagen Jetta overview compares all years side by side.

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