2027 Volkswagen Jetta Sport
Photo: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta SEL, front 3.28.25 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta Trendline in Deep Black Pearl, front left, 2024-12-31 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta VII DSC 7405 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta SEL, rear 3.28.25 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta Trendline in Deep Black Pearl, rear left, 2024-12-31 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the seventh generation (A7, 2019–present); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta SEL, front 3.28.25 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta Trendline in Deep Black Pearl, front left, 2024-12-31 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta VII DSC 7405 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta SEL, rear 3.28.25 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta Trendline in Deep Black Pearl, rear left, 2024-12-31 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2027 Volkswagen Jetta Sport is a 158-hp 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 with an 8-speed a/t and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,395 MSRP and is rated at 33 mpg combined.
It makes 158 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 184 lb-ft of torque at 1750 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 29 mpg city and 40 mpg highway (33 mpg combined).
The Jetta measures 187.0 inches long on a 106.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,058 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,395 |
| MSRP with Destination | $26,720 |
| Destination Charge | $1,325 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.5L turbocharged direct-injection EA211 TSI I4 |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Horsepower | 158 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, variable valve timing (modified Miller cycle with early intake valve closing) |
| Bore and Stroke | 74.5 x 85.9 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Injection Type | High-pressure direct injection, up to 5,076 psi |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Differential Type | XDS Cross Differential System |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-Speed A/T with Dual Shift Mode |
| 1st Gear | 4.89 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.85 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.77 |
| 4th Gear | 1.37 |
| 5th Gear | 1.19 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.81 |
| 8th Gear | 0.66 |
| Reverse | 3.36 |
| Final Drive | 3.24 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 29 MPG |
| Highway | 40 MPG |
| Combined | 33 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11 in. |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11 in. |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 17 in. |
| Tires Front | 205/55 R17 all-season |
| Tires Rear | 205/55 R17 all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 187 in |
| Width | 71 in |
| Height | 58 in |
| Wheelbase | 106 in |
| Front Track | 61 in |
| Rear Track | 60 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6 in |
| Approach Angle | 15.1° |
| Departure Angle | 18° |
| Cargo Volume | 14.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,058 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51.4 in |
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Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 2027 Volkswagen Jetta.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.