1997 Volkswagen Jetta fuel economy
The EPA lists 5 versions of the 1997 Volkswagen Jetta. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 37 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 33 city / 44 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 19 to 37 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 33 and 44 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,600 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetta Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 1.9L | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 | 44 | 37 MPG | $2,600 |
| Jetta Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG | $2,800 |
| Jetta Automatic 4-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG | $3,050 |
| Jetta GLX Automatic 4-spd | 6-cyl 2.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG | $3,550 |
| Jetta GLX Manual 5-spd | 6-cyl 2.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG | $3,550 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,600 per year in fuel, versus $3,550 for the least efficient.