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Volkswagen Jetta

General information

ModelVolkswagen Jetta
Year1999
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2801 ccm (170.92 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement2801 ccm (170.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power150.00 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque279.34 Nm (28.5 kgf-m or 206.0 ft.lbs)
Compression10.6:1
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1127 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1331 kg (2,934.4 pounds)
Overall length4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new USD20040
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