Trim Report

Volkswagen Jetta 2.52026

Includes:JET|2.5
$750
Starting From
13
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 13 active dealer listings as of

Min $750
Max $9,998
From $750
Fresh

2.5 Market Overview

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 2.5 Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen Jetta 2.5

Location data for all 2026 Volkswagen Jetta trims combined

36States

Texas has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 36 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Volkswagen Jetta Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2026 Volkswagen Jetta trims

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
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Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2026 Volkswagen Jetta trims

33–34mpg combined
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29city
·
40hwy
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$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)

Is the 2.5 Worth It?

Common questions about the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5

How does the 2.5 compare to other Volkswagen Jetta trims?

The 2.5 occupies a distinct position in the Volkswagen Jetta range. See how it stacks up on the 2026 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5?

Maintenance costs for the 2.5 align with the broader Volkswagen Jetta ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2026 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is steering,electrical system,exterior lighting. Check the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Jetta 2.5?

For the 2.5, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Volkswagen Jetta buyer's guide.

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