2023 Volkswagen Jetta Review
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Starting MSRP of $23,995 for a 2026 Jetta S 1.5L TSI® with 8-speed automatic transmission. Prices exclude destination, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.
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Pros
- Pleasingly smooth ride
- Ample storage in the cabin
- Customizable digital instrument cluster lends a techy vibe
Cons
- Brakes feel grabby at low speeds
- Touch-sensitive steering wheel controls are tricky to use
- Cabin is more plasticky than others in the class
What's new
- SE trim level adds remote start
- USB charging ports have more power (late availability)
- Part of the seventh Jetta generation introduced in 2019
Overview
The Volkswagen Jetta got a major overhaul last year and is likely to carry over without big changes for 2023, with the only update of note the addition of remote start to SE models. Once a step behind the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte (Edmunds' top-ranked small sedans), the Jetta is a more viable alternative after its recent updates.
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- 30,906 miles
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- 29 City / 40 Hwy MPG
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
33 Combined MPG (29 City/40 Highway)
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Certified Pre-Owned: No
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- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 29 City / 40 Hwy MPG
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
33 Combined MPG (29 City/40 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 3VWBM7BUXPM019228
Stock: PM019228
Certified Pre-Owned: Yes
Listed since: 02-16-2026
Those changes included new styling, more standard features, improved technology, and a new turbocharged engine that should give the Jetta more pep. The Jetta's 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-four makes 158 horsepower, an improvement of 11 hp over the outgoing model and one likely to help it feel less ponderous. But if you want more power, the Jetta GLI (which we cover separately) offers GTI-like performance in a sedan package.
Volkswagen's minimalist aesthetic stands in sharp contrast to the angular Elantra and Forte, and the Jetta goes about its business with less seriousness than the Civic. We feared the Jetta might go the route of other Volkswagen models and overdo the touch controls on the center stack and steering wheel for most of the car's functions, but instead it goes for the simpler (and better) solution with dials and buttons for the climate and volume/tuning knobs for its screen. If only the GTI and ID.4 could go back in time a little as well.
With an emphasis on style and value, including a long list of standard features and two years/20,000 miles of standard maintenance, the Jetta now sits as the contrarian pick to the mainstream compact sedans, and its roomy back seat makes it a better choice for those who will be carrying more than two people on the regular. See below for more information on the Jetta's trim levels and how it stacks up against competitors.
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Starting MSRP of $23,995 for a 2026 Jetta S 1.5L TSI® with 8-speed automatic transmission. Prices exclude destination, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.
2023 Volkswagen Jetta trim level differences
Volkswagen offers the 2023 Jetta in four trim levels: S, Sport, SE and SEL. There is also a sporty GLI model that we cover separately. All models are powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, borrowed from the Taos SUV and added to the Jetta last year. It produces 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque and is only available with front-wheel drive. A six-speed manual transmission is standard on the S and Sport trims, while all the others come with an eight-speed automatic. Feature highlights for the Jetta include: Compare the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta trim levels in-depth.
Which Jetta trim does Edmunds recommend?
The Jetta is well equipped even as a base model, but we recommend the midlevel SE trim. It includes all of the Jetta's available safety technology as standard, plus modern amenities such as keyless entry, heated seats, simulated leather and rain-sensing wipers for not much more than the base price. The SEL's technology upgrades are tempting (especially wireless connectivity for both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), but the price premium is too steep.

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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$118/mo for Jetta S
Jetta S
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$181/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Reliability
The 2023 Volkswagen Jetta has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, ranks it #25 out of 46 among Compact Cars. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Reliability Rating by RepairPal
4 out of 5 stars4/5Above Average
#25 out of 46 among Compact Cars
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
$443/yr
vs. $416/yr
for Average Compact Car
for Average Compact Car
Frequency
1.15x/yr
vs. 1.01x/yr
for Average Compact Car
for Average Compact Car
Severity
9.8%
vs. 10.4%
for Average Compact Car
for Average Compact Car
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Recalls
There are no recalls for the 2023 Volkswagen JettaWarranty
4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 7 years / 100,000 miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 3 years / 36,000 miles
- Free maintenance Warranty
- 2 years / 20,000 miles
Volkswagen Jetta Reviews
Owner Reviews
5(54%)
4(7%)
3(12%)
2(10%)
1(17%)
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Excellent value for the price
5 out of 5 starsThomas P, 05/27/2022
2022 Volkswagen Jetta Sport 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
I owned a 2017 Jetta S manual and recently purchased a 2022 Jetta Sport manual. The upgrades are significant in the '22. The seats are more comfortable and much more attractive. The 1.5L turbo has more punch, and the six speed manual is among the smoothest I've ever driven (and I have owned numerous standard transmission cars over 30 years of driving). The optional Driver Assistance … package is an awesome addition for the price. The autonomous cruise works well, leather steering wheel/shifter add some fit and finish, and knowing the car is equipped with emergency braking technology offers peace of mind. The best accident is the one you avoid.
I've filled the tank twice in this car. My first tank was a mix of city/highway, and I managed 37.9 mpg. The second tank of mostly highway driving surpassed 41 mpgs. My 17 Jetta would manage nearly 50 mpgs on long highway trips, and I have no doubt this new drivetrain will manage the same once broken in. Outstanding efficiency.
There are some basic plastics inside, and the car has an underwhelming radio. It doesn't have satellite radio unless you buy the top trim, and I think that's a meaningful omission and marketing mistake. That should be standard equipment, or at a minimum optional on any trim other than the base model. It's my only complaint.
All in all, it's a far-improved car over the past five model years. Noticeable improvement in the interior with digital instrumentation, seats, standard technology. The car has grown a few inches to really ride the line between a compact and midsize, which I really appreciate at the compact price. Massive trunk. While nobody will confuse the car with an Audi, it definitely is a handsome vehicle for the pedestrian price point. I definitely recommend the Sport model over the S for the small price increase. It meaningfully changes the presence of the automobile, both inside and out.
Is this a swanky car? Of course not. This is a bargain purchase. But VWs are safe, extremely efficient, feel well-built inside and out, and my 17 caused me zero mechanical or reliability issues in the five years I owned it. Nothing broke on the car at all, nothing required unexpected service. It's what brought me back for another quality commuter vehicle.
We have a much more expensive family SUV which shares our garage with the Jetta. The Jetta is the better value for the purchase price, as long as you have reasonable expectations for what you're purchasing. I would definitely recommend the brand and the vehicle far and away above any other competitive product other than the Honda Civic. That's a great car, too, and a comparable product. Between the two, I would argue it comes down to aesthetic preferences, but this car deserves far more accolades than it seems to be receiving.
Get the SEL Premium if you can!
5 out of 5 starsMicky from SoCal, 07/13/2021
2021 Volkswagen Jetta SEL Premium SULEV 4dr Sedan (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
This vehicle drives well above its class. Despite the small engine and low HP, it is peppy and smooth, and is eager to go. It’s very refined in its handling, reminding me of the mercedes S my Dad had when I was younger and I did my learners permit training on. No, it isn’t a V8 like that, but driving it feels very similar, which means VW had come a long way. No rattles or squeaks so far. …
The heated and cooled leather seats are comfortable, the driving position is great for a 6-3 person like me, the rear seats are easy to get kids into car seats (unlike last gen Jetta). The AC system cools well, the new stereo is cool (though I think it is due for a firmware update to fix a few bugs), and the digital cockpit is an awesome feature.
Edmunds claims they only got 30mpg combined. What were they doing? I live in a very hilly area and get 30mpg city on those trips. That’s a 600 ft elevation climb to drop kids at school, waiting in car lines, stopping starting and parking. And I turn the auto stop/start off. But I use the adaptive cruise control religiously, and I think that really helps with gas mileage.
On a highway run, I got 46 mpg. YMMV, but this is during the hot summer with AC running.
Considering what the average new car goes for, getting this car for under $29000 seems like a steal.
Best compact car I owed
5 out of 5 starsDan, 07/17/2021
2021 Volkswagen Jetta SEL Premium SULEV 4dr Sedan (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
The Jetta SEL Premium is an outstanding compact car. The exterior design is very attractive. The interior is quieter and more luxurious than its competitors. The gas mileage is astounding. I get over 51 miles/gl on the highway and for the first 1,800 miles of mixed city/highway traffic the average is 37.6 miles/gl. The car fully deserves the 'baby-Audi' nickname. VW has a winner here!
Nice Car for the Money
5 out of 5 starsRedblock, 07/02/2021
2021 Volkswagen Jetta R-Line SULEV 4dr Sedan (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Lots of features, great gas mileage, good Auto transmission unlike some of the competition which offer CVT Transmissions.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta, so we've included reviews for other years of the Jetta since its last redesign.
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2023 Jetta Features & Specs
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| MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee | $20,655 |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Gas |
| Combined MPG | 34 MPG |
| Cost to Drive | $118/month |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.1 cu.ft. |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
| Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Jetta models:
- Blind-Spot Monitor
- Alerts you with visual and audible warnings if other vehicles are in your blind spot.
- Automatic Post-Collision Braking System
- Applies the brakes once the airbags go off to reduce the possibility of further damage during an accident.
- Forward Collision Warning
- Sounds an alert when a front collision is likely and primes and applies the brakes if necessary.
NHTSA Overall Rating
5 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall4 / 5Driver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover13%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestGood
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedPoor
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedAcceptable
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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