Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | GVWR | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Standard | 2 | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 5 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Standard | 2 | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Standard | — | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.6, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | 2 | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.6 | 18 | 18 |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotIntervention | rearAeb | laneCenteringAssist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2026 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI 4 DR N/A FWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2024 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | — |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is an excellent reliability prospect, boasting a perfect safety score and no reported issues.
2025
The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI offers a compelling blend of performance and practicality, backed by excellent safety ratings and a clean initial record.
2024
The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is an excellent reliability bet, boasting zero recalls and complaints.
2023
The 2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI offers excellent safety ratings and a clean initial record with no recalls or complaints.
2022
The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is a strong contender for enthusiasts seeking a practical yet engaging sedan.
2021
The 2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is an excellent choice for a used performance sedan, boasting exceptional reliability with zero recalls and complaints.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Volkswagen Jetta GLI?
Carfocal currently has 6 published Jetta GLI reports, covering 2021 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is an excellent reliability prospect, boasting a perfect safety score and no reported issues.
Published year coverage: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Volkswagen Jetta GLI reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Volkswagen Jetta GLI. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 volkswagen jetta gli is an excellent reliability prospect, boasting a perfect safety score and no reported issues. and the 2026 volkswagen jetta gli presents a strong value proposition for used car shoppers, especially given its excellent reliability and safety scores. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
6 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Volkswagen Jetta GLI?
Across Carfocal's published Jetta GLI guides, recurring problem areas include Brake Pads and Rotors, Tires, and Battery. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brake Pads and Rotors, Tires, and Battery.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 6
- Years tracked
- 6
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints