1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New) Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New) lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 6 -FrontSide_VWJET991_505x375.jpg?downsize=391:*) Jetta (New) GL Sedan 4D | 2 of 6 -FrontSide_VWJETGLS992_505x373.jpg?downsize=391:*) Jetta (New) GLS Sedan 4D | 3 of 6 -FrontSide_VWJETGLX996_505x375.jpg?downsize=391:*) Jetta (New) GLS VR6 Sedan 4D | 4 of 6 Jetta (New) GLX VR6 Sedan 4D | 5 of 6 Jetta (New) GL TDI Sedan 4D | 6 of 6 Jetta (New) GLS TDI Sedan 4D | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $2,170 | $2,294 | $2,484 | $2,946 | $3,185 | $3,330 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | City 17/Hwy 26/Comb 20 MPG | City 17/Hwy 26/Comb 20 MPG | City 35/Hwy 44/Comb 39 MPG | City 35/Hwy 44/Comb 39 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 115 @ 5200 RPM | 115 @ 5200 RPM | 174 @ 5800 RPM | 174 @ 5800 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | V6, 2.8 Liter | V6, 2.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | ||
| Cargo Volume | 13.00 cu ft | 13.00 cu ft | 13.00 cu ft | 13.20 cu ft | 13.00 cu ft | 13.00 cu ft | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 4 | ||
| Torque | 122 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 181 lb-ft | 181 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | ||
| Turning Circle | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 2,853 pounds | 2,862 pounds | 2,994 pounds | 3,019 pounds | 2,873 pounds | 2,891 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Torque | 122 @ 5200 RPM | 122 @ 5200 RPM | 181 @ 5800 RPM | 181 @ 5800 RPM | 155 @ 3750 RPM | 155 @ 3750 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | ||
| Rear Spoiler | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Curb Weight | 2853 pounds | 2862 pounds | 2994 pounds | 3019 pounds | 2873 pounds | 2891 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 101 cubic feet | 101 cubic feet | 101 cubic feet | 97.9 cubic feet | 101 cubic feet | 101 cubic feet | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 38.7 inches | 38.7 inches | 38.7 inches | 37 inches | 38.7 inches | 38.7 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 172.3 inches | 172.3 inches | 172.3 inches | 172.3 inches | 172.3 inches | 172.3 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches |
FAQs
Is the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New) a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 1999 Jetta (New) ranges in power from the GL TDI Sedan 4D with 90 horsepower to the GLX VR6 Sedan 4D with 174 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1999 Jetta (New) specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New) specs page.
How fast is the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New)?
The 1999 Jetta (New) ranges in power from the GL TDI Sedan 4D with 90 horsepower to the GLX VR6 Sedan 4D with 174 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1999 Jetta (New) specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New) specs page.
What are the levels of Volkswagen Jetta (New)s?
The 1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New) comes in 6 different trims, ranging from the GL Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $2,170.00 to the GLS TDI Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $3,330.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 1999 Jetta (New) specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New) specs page.
What features does the Volkswagen Jetta (New) 1999 have?
1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New) features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 1999 Jetta (New) trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1999 Volkswagen Jetta (New) specs page.