Toyota Camry vs Volkswagen Jetta
The Toyota Camry and the Volkswagen Jetta are rated the same on fuel economy: 34 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Toyota Camry | Volkswagen Jetta | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 574 | 799 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 38 and 1 | 41 and 5 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 10,000 miles | 5,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 11 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 34 MPG | 34 MPG |
| City and highway | 29 and 41 | 30 and 40 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,950 | $1,950 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 574 complaints for the Toyota Camry and 799 for the Volkswagen Jetta. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Toyota Camry, 5 stars for the Volkswagen Jetta.
Safety recalls on file: 6 for the Toyota Camry, 11 for the Volkswagen Jetta.