2026 Volkswagen Jetta

$20,227
from
8,722
listings
$20K–$38K
price range
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Low$20,227
High$38,286
From$20,227
Avg Mileage25,011 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 8,722 active dealer listings as of

2026 Volkswagen Jetta Trims

All Trims Combined
From$20,227
$20K–$38K
8,722 listings25,011 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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2026 Volkswagen Jetta Pricing

Price Trend

-1.4%
$20K$25K$30K$35K$40KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$20,709
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Volkswagen Jetta Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta's low safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 1 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
1
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
26V1380002026-11-03
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Jetta vehicles. The transmission ground wire may not have been properly connected during assembly, causing an open electrical circuit.

An open circuit may draw a higher current and increase the risk of a fire.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta has accumulated 1 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with steering,electrical system,exterior lighting leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Steering,electrical System,exterior Lighting1
1 total across 1 model years (2026–2026)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Economy

33–34mpg combined
·
29city
·
40hwy
·
$1,300-$1,350/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta ranges from 33 to 34 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Jetta - Automatic (S8)
34mpg
1.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city40 hwy~$1,300/yr6/10 Average
Jetta Sport/SE/SEL - Automatic (S8)
33mpg
1.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city40 hwy~$1,350/yr6/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2026 Volkswagen Jetta

36States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 36 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2026.

Buying a 2026 Volkswagen Jetta?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta a good car to buy?

The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is steering,electrical system,exterior lighting, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta?

Fuel economy ranges from 33 to 34 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $47 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta?

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING is the number-one complaint area for the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta, based on 1 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2026 compare to other Volkswagen Jetta years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Volkswagen Jetta model years. Visit the Volkswagen Jetta buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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