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2026 Volkswagen Jetta 1.5T S
Columbus, OH
43085
3.9
Expert
4.2
Consumer

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2026 Volkswagen Jetta 1.5T S Cost to Own
$47,257
A 2026 Volkswagen Jetta 1.5T S has a 5-year cost-to-own of $47,257. After 5 years a 2026 Jetta 1.5T S will depreciate $14,192 and have a residual value of $11,078. During this time out-of-pocket expenses are expected to total $33,065.
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Average Costs
The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta 1.5T S is in the middle 26-75% for Cost to Own among all Compact Cars.
2026 Volkswagen Jetta 1.5T S 5-Year Depreciation: $14,192
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5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$33,065
Fuel:
$8,101
Insurance:
$15,015
Financing:
$3,163
State Fees:
$1,943
Maintenance:
$3,612
Repairs:
$1,231
Total: $33,065
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5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).
5-Year Depreciation:$14,192
5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$33,065
5-Year Cost To Own$47,257
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Specifications
Comfort & Convenience
Integrated Garage Door Opener | Port Installed |
|---|
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 2998 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 94.7 cu.ft. | ||
Front Head Room | 38.5 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.1 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.5 inches | ||
Overall Length | 186.5 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 14.1 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 35.8 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 105.7 inches | ||
Payload Capacity | 1156 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 70.8 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Port Installed |
Fuel Economy
City | 29 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 40 mpg | ||
Combined | 34 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
8 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 158 @ 5500 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 184 @ 1750 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter |
Technology
Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Hands Free Phone | Available | ||
Remote Keyless Entry | Available | ||
Remote Engine Start | Port Installed | ||
Smartphone Interface | Available | ||
Touch Screen Monitor | Available | ||
USB Port | Available |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 7 years / 100000 miles |
2026 Volkswagen Jetta 1.5T S Standard Features
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2026 Volkswagen Jetta
KBB.com Review
3.9
Kbb.com Expert Rating
You'll Like This Car If...
Fun to drive. Roomy interior. Good on gas.
You May Not Like This Car If...
No hybrid option. Poor resale value.
2026 Volkswagen Jetta
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
4.2
Consumer Rating
89 ratings
Value
4.3
Performance
4.2
Quality
4.0
Comfort
4.1
Reliability
4.2
Styling
4.2
2026 Volkswagen Jetta 1.5T S Safety
Safety Features & Technology
5.0
Crash Test Rating
Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Frontal Crash
4.0
Side Barrier
5.0
Rollover Rating
4.0
Side Crash
5.0
Compare to Similar Vehicles
![]() New 2026 Volkswagen Jetta 1.5T S | ![]() New 2026 Toyota Camry | ![]() New 2026 Honda Civic | ![]() New 2026 Hyundai Elantra | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $25,270 | $30,495 | $25,890 | $23,870 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 3.9 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.6 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.2 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 4.0 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 29/Hwy 40/Comb 34 MPG | City 52/Hwy 49/Comb 51 MPG | City 32/Hwy 41/Comb 36 MPG | City 31/Hwy 40/Comb 35 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | $47,257 | $48,244 | $42,403 | $44,439 | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | N/A | N/A | 5.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 158 @ 5500 RPM | 225 @ 6000 RPM | 150 @ 6400 RPM | 147 @ 6200 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
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