- Newest year: 2027
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- Partial model year
- Same as 2026
2019-2027 Volkswagen Jetta MPG & Fuel Cost
9 model years · 28–35 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 small car configurations, MY2027. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2019-2027 Volkswagen Jetta at a glance
The 2019-2027 Volkswagen Jetta covers 9 model years in the EPA database (27 configurations in all), rated 28–35 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2027, costs about $1,950 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD (34 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026; 2027 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 35 MPG, was reached in 2022 and 2023.
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (2 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
2019-2027 Volkswagen Jetta by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 (partial) | Gas | 33–34 MPG | $1,950–$1,990 | Same EPA ratings as 2026 |
| 2026 | Gas | 33–34 MPG | $1,950–$1,990 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Gas | 33 MPG | $1,990 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Gas | 33–34 MPG | $1,930–$1,990 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas | 33–35 MPG | $1,880–$1,970 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas | 33–35 MPG | $1,880–$1,970 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas | 28–34 MPG | $1,930–$2,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas | 28–34 MPG | $1,920–$2,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 28–34 MPG | $1,930–$2,370 | First year |
What the 2027 Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$163
$1,950 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.25
Per 100 miles
$13.00
Five years
$9,750
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$760less a year
Class median $2,710 a year, MY2027
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2027 Volkswagen Jetta MPG
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (2 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2027 Volkswagen Jetta as for the 2026 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2026 section above.See 2026
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetta (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 40 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Sport/SE/SEL | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 40 | 33 | $1,990 |
2026 Volkswagen Jetta MPG
33–34 MPG · $1,950–$1,990/yr
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration moves from 33 to 34 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $1,990 to $1,950, $40 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetta (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 40 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Sport/SE/SEL | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 40 | 33 | $1,990 |
2025 Volkswagen Jetta MPG
33 MPG · $1,990/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration moves from 34 to 33 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $1,930 to $1,990, $60 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport/SE/SEL (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 40 | 33 | $1,990 |
| Jetta | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 39 | 33 | $1,990 |
2024 Volkswagen Jetta MPG
33–34 MPG · $1,930–$1,990/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration moves from 35 to 34 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $1,880 to $1,930, $50 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 41 | 34 | $1,930 |
| Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 42 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Sport/SE/SEL | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 40 | 33 | $1,990 |
2023 Volkswagen Jetta MPG
33–35 MPG · $1,880–$1,970/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 35 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,880.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 31 | 41 | 35 | $1,880 |
| Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 42 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Sport/SE/SEL | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 40 | 33 | $1,970 |
2022 Volkswagen Jetta MPG
33–35 MPG · $1,880–$1,970/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration moves from 34 to 35 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $1,930 to $1,880, $50 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 31 | 41 | 35 | $1,880 |
| Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 43 | 34 | $1,910 |
| SE/SEL | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 40 | 33 | $1,970 |
2021 Volkswagen Jetta MPG
28–34 MPG · $1,930–$2,360/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 34 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $1,920 to $1,930, $10 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetta 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 41 | 34 | $1,930 |
| Jetta 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S8) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 39 | 33 | $1,970 |
| GLI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 35 | 28 | $2,320 |
| GLI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 33 | 28 | $2,360 |
2020 Volkswagen Jetta MPG
28–34 MPG · $1,920–$2,360/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration stays at 34 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $1,930 to $1,920, $10 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetta 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 40 | 34 | $1,920 |
| Jetta 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S8) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 40 | 34 | $1,940 |
| Jetta 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Jetta 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,360 |
2019 Volkswagen Jetta MPG
28–34 MPG · $1,930–$2,370/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetta 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 40 | 34 | $1,930 |
| Jetta 1.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 40 | 34 | $1,950 |
| GLI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| GLI 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,370 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $2,650 in California and $1,700 in Texas, a $950 difference.
- California $2,650
- Washington $2,460
- New York $1,950
- Florida $1,840
- Texas $1,700
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2027 small car models.
Generations
- 2000-2005 (A4)
- 2006-2010 (A5)
- 2011-2018 (A6)
- 2019-2027* (A7)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2019-2027 Volkswagen Jetta get?
EPA rates the 2019-2027 Volkswagen Jetta at 28–35 MPG combined across 27 configurations and 9 model years. The most efficient version, the 2023 Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 35 MPG (31 city, 41 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2019-2027 Volkswagen Jetta?
The Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 35 MPG, in 2022 and 2023. The lowest top rating, 33 MPG, was in 2025.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2019-2027 Volkswagen Jetta?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026. In 2027 the values repeat the year before.
How does the 2019-2027 Volkswagen Jetta compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2011-2018 Volkswagen Jetta) is rated 25–44 MPG combined and costs $1,810–$3,130 a year to fuel; the 2019-2027 model is rated 28–35 MPG and costs $1,880–$2,370 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Volkswagen Jetta per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $1,950 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $1,950–$1,990 a year. That is a $40 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2027 Volkswagen Jetta 100 miles?
About $13.00 per 100 miles for the Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $13.00 and $13.27 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2027 Volkswagen Jetta more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 29 city and 40 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 11 MPG.
How does the 2027 Volkswagen Jetta compare with other small car configurations?
The Jetta 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $1,950 a year to fuel, $760 less than the class median of $2,710, and less than 7 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 95 rated small car configurations for MY2027, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2027 Volkswagen Jetta different from the 2026 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2026 and 2027: 2 configurations rated 33–34 MPG combined. See the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta for that year.