2001 Volkswagen Jetta Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Jetta

Sedan

Wagon

	1 of 7 Jetta V6 GLS Sedan 4D	2 of 7 Jetta GLS Turbo Sedan 4D	3 of 7 Jetta GLS Sedan 4D	4 of 7 Jetta GL Sedan 4D	5 of 7 Jetta GLX Sedan 4D	6 of 7 Jetta GL TDI Sedan 4D	7 of 7 Jetta GLS TDI Sedan 4D
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Fair Market Price	$2,674	$2,760	$2,870	$2,944	$3,466	$3,474	$3,837
Fuel Economy	City 17/Hwy 26/Comb 20 MPG	City 22/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG	City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG	City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 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	Gas	Diesel	Diesel
Horsepower	174 @ 5800 RPM	150 @ 5700 RPM	115 @ 5200 RPM	115 @ 5200 RPM	174 @ 5800 RPM	90 @ 3750 RPM	90 @ 3750 RPM
Engine	V6, 2.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.0 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	13.00 cu ft	13.00 cu ft	13.00 cu ft	13.00 cu ft
Cylinders	6	4	4	4	6	4	4
Torque	181 lb-ft	155 lb-ft	122 lb-ft	122 lb-ft	181 lb-ft	155 lb-ft	155 lb-ft
Turning Circle	35.8 feet	32.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet
0 - 60	8 seconds	8.2 seconds	10.5 seconds	10.5 seconds	8 seconds	12.4 seconds	12.4 seconds

	Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
	Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

	Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
	Navigation System	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

Cruise Control

Standard

Optional

Standard

	Torque	181 @ 5800 RPM	155 @ 5700 RPM	122 @ 5200 RPM	122 @ 5200 RPM	181 @ 5800 RPM	155 @ 3750 RPM	155 @ 3750 RPM
	0 to 60	8 seconds	8.2 seconds	10.5 seconds	10.5 seconds	8 seconds	12.4 seconds	12.4 seconds

Leather Seats	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard	Optional	Optional
Dual Power Front Seats	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Power Driver's Seat	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

	Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
	Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

	Alloy Wheels	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard	Optional	Optional
	Rear Spoiler	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Recommended Fuel	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Diesel	Diesel
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual	Automatic	Automatic	Manual	Manual	Manual

Curb Weight	3054 pounds	2952 pounds	2908 pounds	2893 pounds	3144 pounds	2975 pounds	2983 pounds
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons
Front Head Room	38.6 inches	38.6 inches	38.6 inches	38.6 inches	37.4 inches	38.6 inches	38.6 inches
Front Leg Room	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	4.1 inches	4.1 inches	4.1 inches	4.1 inches	4.1 inches	4.1 inches	4.1 inches
Overall Length	172.3 inches	172.3 inches	172.3 inches	172.3 inches	172.3 inches	172.3 inches	172.3 inches
Payload Capacity	939 pounds	930 pounds	930 pounds	930 pounds	935 pounds	940 pounds	933 pounds
Front Shoulder Room	53.7 inches	53.7 inches	53.7 inches	53.7 inches	53.7 inches	53.7 inches	53.7 inches
Turning Diameter	35.8 feet	32.8 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	98.9 inches
Width with mirrors	68.3 inches	68.3 inches	68.3 inches	68.3 inches	68.3 inches	68.3 inches	68.3 inches

FAQs

Is the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2001 Jetta ranges in power from the GL TDI Sedan 4D with 90 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 12.4 seconds to the GLX Sedan 4D with 174 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 8 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2001 Jetta specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2001 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.

How fast is the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta?

The 2001 Jetta ranges in power from the GL TDI Sedan 4D with 90 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 12.4 seconds to the GLX Sedan 4D with 174 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 8 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2001 Jetta specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2001 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.

What are the levels of Volkswagen Jettas?

The 2001 Volkswagen Jetta comes in 7 different trims, ranging from the V6 GLS Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $2,674.00 to the GLS TDI Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $3,837.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2001 Jetta specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2001 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.

What features does the Volkswagen Jetta 2001 have?

2001 Volkswagen Jetta features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2001 Jetta trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2001 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.