2001 Volkswagen Jetta

Compact Sedan Premium
Volkswagen Jetta 2001
38MPG Combined
8 Trims
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Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta. As a Compact Sedan, it achieves 19–38 combined MPG depending on trim and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2001 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG19–38 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG35
Highway MPG44
Body StyleCompact Sedan
Fuel TypePremium
DriveFWD
Available Trims8

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Auto20/26/221.8L 4cylAutomatic 4-spd
Man22/28/241.8L 4cylManual 5-spd
Auto29/40/331.9L 4cylAutomatic 4-spd
Man35/44/381.9L 4cylManual 5-spd
Auto20/26/222.0L 4cylAutomatic 4-spd
Man21/28/242.0L 4cylManual 5-spd
Auto17/24/192.8L 6cylAutomatic 4-spd
Man17/26/202.8L 6cylManual 5-spd

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta costs approximately $2,068 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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