2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn 7DSG
The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn 7DSG is a 228-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 7-speed dsg dual clutch automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $33,745 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $33,745 |
| MSRP with Destination | $35,170 |
| Destination Charge | $1,425 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L turbocharged/intercooled inline 4-cylinder, 16V TSI (EA888) |
| Displacement | 1.984 L |
| Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC chain-driven 4-valve, variable intake and exhaust timing, variable exhaust-valve lift |
| Bore and Stroke | 82.5 x 92.8 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct fuel injection (TSI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Differential Type | VAQ limited-slip differential; XDS cross differential system |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-speed DSG dual clutch automatic (Tiptronic) |
| 1st Gear | 3.4 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.75 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.77 |
| 4th Gear | 0.93 |
| 5th Gear | 0.71 |
| 6th Gear | 0.76 |
| 7th Gear | 0.64 |
| Reverse | 2.9 |
| Final Drive | 4.17 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 26 MPG |
| Highway | 35 MPG |
| Combined | 29 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Strut-type with lower control arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar; lowered sport suspension (-0.6 in) |
| Rear Suspension | Multilink with coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar; lowered sport suspension (-0.6 in) |
| Turning Diameter | 35.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.4 x 1.2 in (approx. 340 x 30 mm) vented (Mk7 Golf R spec) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.8 x 0.5 in (approx. 300 x 13 mm) solid |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 x 7.5J |
| Wheels Rear | 18 x 7.5J |
| Tires Front | 225/45 R18 all-season |
| Tires Rear | 225/45 R18 all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 186.9 in |
| Width | 70.8 in |
| Height | 57.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.6 in |
| Front Track | 60.6 in |
| Rear Track | 60.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.2 in |
| Approach Angle | 14.5° |
| Departure Angle | 16.3° |
| Cargo Volume | 14.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,318 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 |