2021 Volkswagen Jetta Gli

Compact Sedan Regular
Volkswagen Jetta Gli 2021
28MPG Combined
2 Trims
← 2019 2021
Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta Gli. As a Compact Sedan, it achieves 28 combined MPG and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2021 Volkswagen Jetta Gli Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG28 combined MPG
City MPG24
Highway MPG35
Body StyleCompact Sedan
Fuel TypeRegular
DriveFWD
Available Trims2

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
4 cyl24/35/282.0L 4cylAutomatic (AM-S7)
Man24/33/282.0L 4cylManual 6-spd

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta Gli costs approximately $1,600 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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