2025 Volkswagen Jetta MPG & Gas Mileage

If you think the Volkswagen Jetta sedan's style and value are impressive, wait until you see the new Volkswagen Jetta MPG ratings. This car delivers efficient turbocharged power, offering gas mileage specs more akin to a hybrid vehicle than a typical pure-gasoline sedan. Learn more about the Volkswagen Jetta fuel economy ratings below before visiting our Gunther Volkswagen Delray Beach showroom for an engine-revving test drive.

Volkswagen Jetta Gas Mileage & Specs by Configuration

Did you land on this page because you were wondering, "Is Volkswagen Jetta good on gas?" If so, we have the answer for you! The feisty 2025 Jetta lineup is a masterclass in fuel efficiency.

This new sedan gives drivers a choice of one engine, two transmissions, and two trim-based MPG variances. There is also the Jetta GLI, a higher-performance variant of the Jetta model, which has its own engine configuration. It achieves the highest power output of the lineup but the least of the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta MPG ratings; we'll cover it in a separate section below.

Let's begin by focusing on the Volkswagen Jetta specs of the 1.5-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine, which comes standard. This motor generates 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque.

You might be asking yourself, "How many MPG does a Volkswagen Jetta get?" When you pair the 1.5-liter turbo engine with the standard eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic, you'll keep that impressive EPA-estimated 2025 Volkswagen Jetta MPG rating of 29/40/33 (City/Highway/Combined)¹ in the base S trim.

Choose an upgraded Sport, SE, and SEL trim with the standard eight-speed automatic and get that identical EPA-estimated 29/40/33 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)¹ rating of the base S trim. Check out our current Volkswagen Jetta lease deals to take advantage of these impressive fuel economy ratings today.

So, no matter which trim you choose, if you need reliable MPG, Volkswagen Jetta models are ready to deliver. If you're interested in exploring the new Volkswagen Jetta trims and configurations in more depth, click over to our online guide, or keep reading to discover the boosted VW GLI specs.

Volkswagen Jetta GLI Gas Mileage & Specs

Want a higher-performance, sportier version of the Jetta sedan? Slide into a fiery VW Jetta GLI and experience more torque and higher MPG ratings than most competing compact performance sedans. While they'll be lower than the VW Jetta MPG ratings, the Jetta GLI increase in performance more than makes up for any lost fuel economy.

Jump off the line in a new Jetta GLI with the kick of a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine with 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. A crisp six-speed manual transmission is standard on this model, while a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission is available for rapid-fire automated shifting.

The Jetta GLI delivers impressive fuel economy for such a boost in engine power: an EPA-estimated 26/36/30 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)² with a manual transmission and an EPA-estimated 25/35/29 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)³ with a seven-speed DSG automatic.

If you're curious as to how the new VW Jetta and VW Jetta GLI stack up against other models within the Volkswagen family, check out our Volkswagen Atlas MPG guide. While the Atlas SUV can't deliver the fuel economy of a Jetta trim, it does seat up to seven passengers, which could be even more important for growing families.

Volkswagen Jetta Tank Capacity & Fuel Type

It goes without saying that the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta MPG ratings can only be experienced by filling up the fuel tank and taking this peppy little sedan for a spin. Luckily, the VW Jetta makes every visit to the pump count.

Unlike many other turbo sedans, every trim of the VW Jetta, as well as the variant Jetta GLI, uses affordable 87-octane regular unleaded gasoline to produce such incredible power and performance. Likewise, every new Jetta has a 12.8-gallon fuel tank to keep you on the road and enjoying the drive as long as possible. The high-powered Jetta GLI model gets an even larger gas tank, at 13.2 gallons.

Trim Your Commuting Costs With Volkswagen Jetta MPG

Visit our Volkswagen dealer showroom to experience the stellar Volkswagen Jetta fuel efficiency for yourself. The Jetta is an ideal commuting companion, offering high-tech IQ.DRIVE safety features, streamlined interior design, and much-needed fuel savings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MPG of the Volkswagen Jetta?

You can expect the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta MPG to reach an EPA-estimated 29/40/33 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)¹ This MPG is achievable in a VW Jetta S trim with its standard automatic transmission. Still, other configurations offer the same outstanding efficiency, too. For example, Sport, SE, and SEL trims with automatic transmissions also get an EPA-estimated 29/40/33 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).¹

How fuel-efficient is the Volkswagen Jetta in the city?

Let's look at the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta fuel mileage ratings in the city by each trim level. Their MPG ratings in city driving are as follows:

• 1.5-liter engine – Automatic S trim: EPA-estimated 29 MPG (City)¹
• 1.5-liter engine – Automatic Sport trim: EPA-estimated 29 MPG (City)¹
• 1.5-liter engine – Automatic SE and SEL trims: EPA-estimated 29 MPG (City)¹

How fuel-efficient is the Volkswagen Jetta on the highway?

The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta highway mileage ratings are as follows for the different trims of this compact sedan:

• 1.5-liter engine – Automatic S trim: EPA-estimated 40 MPG (Highway)¹
• 1.5-liter engine – Automatic Sport trim: EPA-estimated 40 MPG (Highway)¹
• 1.5-liter engine – Automatic SE and SEL trims: EPA-estimated 40 MPG (Highway)¹

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