The VW Jetta is one of the most popular cars in the iconic automaker's lineup, but what are the Volkswagen Jetta gas mileage ratings? Find out everything you need to know about the VW Jetta gas mileage right here. Waiting for you below are fun facts, good tips, and numbers that are sure to impress you. When you're done reading, visit our VW dealership in Coconut Creek, FL, to get one of these incredible new VW cars for yourself.

VW Jetta Fuel Economy Numbers By Year

If you've had your eye on a Volkswagen Jetta but haven't taken a test drive yet, let us entice you with the Volkswagen Jetta MPG estimates. For the 2023 model, the Volkswagen Jetta miles per gallon can reach an EPA-estimated 31/41 MPG (city/highway).¹ We'd say that's plenty of range to get all your errands in North Miami done with gas to spare when you return home!

And, of course, an exciting road trip will go easier on your wallet. If those great VW Jetta MPG ratings don't intrigue you enough, maybe our VW lease specials will.

Gasoline or Diesel?

If you've caught wind of a mysterious diesel VW Jetta, you're not imagining things. There was, in fact, a diesel option (known as "TDI") that lasted until 2015. For 2015, the Jetta TDI MPG came in at up to an EPA-estimated 31/46 MPG (city/highway).². Nowadays, the excellent fuel economy only comes from regular gasoline. The OEM site suggests that you use unleaded AKI 87 — your Average Joe of fuel. But we all know that the impressive VW Jetta gas mileage is anything but average.

Yearly Fuel Costs of a VW Jetta in Coconut Creek

Fuel costs can be expensive – especially with world events driving oil prices up – but not when you're driving a new VW Jetta. The amazing Volkswagen Jetta gas mileage ensures you save money at the pump by having to visit it much less often. Need to make a house call in Fort Lauderdale, then jump over to the other side of Coconut Creek? Your Volkswagen Jetta gas mileage won't let you down. But don't just take our word for it; let's do some math! We promise it won't be too bad.

As of our writing, the price of regular gasoline in Coconut Creek, FL, is around $3.49 per gallon.³ If you drive 15,000 miles per year with about an even amount of time spent between the city and highway, given the automatic-transmission Volkswagen Jetta gas mileage, you could pay around $1,493 on gas per year.⁴ The VW Jetta is priced affordably and makes driving just as affordable.

How to Make the Most Out of a Tank of Gas

Even though the Volkswagen Jetta gas mileage is great, many drivers wonder how to get even more life out of a tank of gas. Here are some good tips you can use to do so:

1. Avoid rapid acceleration
2. Skip the AC unless it's necessary
3. Reduce the total amount of weight in your car
4. Use low-viscosity oil for your engine and transmission (ask our VW service center to help with this one)
5. Make sure your tires are always properly inflated

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of gas does a Volkswagen Jetta take?

The Volkswagen Jetta takes regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87. Unlike many other turbocharged sedans, using premium gasoline in your new VW Jetta is not required, but you can use this higher-octane fuel safely. Better still, the 2023 VW Jetta gas mileage is an EPA-estimated 31/41 MPG (city/highway)¹ so that you can make the most out of every drop of gasoline.

Are Volkswagen Jetta cars diesel?

As of 2016, no. Diesel VW Jetta models were removed from the brand's lineup in 2015. Those diesel models got impressive fuel economy. For example, the Volkswagen Jetta diesel MPG for a 2015 model was an EPA-estimated 31/46 MPG (city/highway).² So, if you're looking for those numbers in a diesel VW Jetta, you'll have to keep an eye on our selection of used cars.

How many miles does a Jetta get on a full tank?

The incredible VW Jetta gas mileage is an EPA-estimated 29/43 MPG (city/highway)⁵ with a manual transmission and an EPA-estimated 31/41 MPG (city/highway)¹. If you're driving a 2023 VW Jetta with an automatic transmission and its 13.2-gallon gas tank filled to the brim, EPA estimates show that you can drive for 462 miles combined.²

Experience the VW Jetta Gas Mileage Today

You've got all the numbers. Now the only thing missing is a new or used VW Jetta. You can get an awesome price on a VW Jetta right here with us and experience the fantastic Volkswagen Jetta gas mileage for yourself. Do you have any other questions regarding gasoline or mileage? Give our VW dealership a call or come see us; we'll be happy to answer them all for you and set up a test drive for you.

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¹31 city/41 highway mpg (2023 Jetta 1.5L, 8-speed automatic transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.

²EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.

³Gas price retrieved on March 15th, 2023. Use for comparison purposes only; actual gas prices will vary.

⁴Calculations based on EPA-estimated combined range on a full tank; your results may vary based on several factors. Use for comparison purposes only.

⁵29 city/43 highway mpg (2023 Jetta 1.5L, 6-speed manual transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.