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2012 Volkswagen Jetta Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 104.4 in |
| Length | 182.2 in |
| Width | 70.0 in |
| Height | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2881 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume | 15.5 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2013 | The Jetta is a little longer than the ILX (182 vs. 179 inches), and all of the additional inches appear to have gone into the rear seat. While the average adult will barely fit into the back seat of the Acura (those over 5-9 will be on close terms with the headliner), the Jetta has significantly more rear headroom and more rear legroom than the average midsize sedan, much less the average compact. If you like a roomy rear seat, you'll love the Jetta. Room is one thing, comfort another. The rear seat feels overly hard, and neither the cushion nor the backrest was set at a comfortable angle for me. Clearly some German engineer found these angles optimal, though. So maybe it's just me. see full Volkswagen Jetta review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While the Jetta is extremely roomy and comfortable, the center console is slightly too close and can interfere with the driver's right knee and calf. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | Base | S | SE | TDI | SEL | SEL Premium | GLI |
| Standard Engine | 2.0L I4 OHC-2v 115 hp@5200 125 lb-ft@4000 | 2.0L I4 OHC-2v 115 hp@5200 125 lb-ft@4000 | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 | turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4000 236 lb-ft@1750 | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Standard Tires | 195/65HR15 tires | 195/65HR15 tires | 205/55HR16 tires | 205/55HR16 tires | 225/45HR17 tires | 225/45HR17 tires | 225/45HR17 tires |
| Optional Tires | 225/40HR18 tires |
TrueDelta Reviews the Powertrain of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2013 | Unable to get to 60 mph in under ten seconds, the Acura ILX Hybrid is almost painfully slow. Scratch the almost. While I'd forgive such sluggish acceleration in a purely efficiency-oriented hybrid (e.g. the Prius), in a $35,295 Acura it's inexcusable. Especially when you realize that the Jetta Hybrid is not only much quicker--less than eight seconds to 60 in tests elsewhere--but also more fuel-efficienct. The good thing about the Jetta Hybrid's performance is that, if you want it to be quick, it can be quick. With the pedal to the floor it will get from a dead stop to 60 in about eight seconds. But driveability needs work. Unlike in many other hybrids (and even an increasing number of non-hybrids), you cannot choose between multiple driving modes. So there's no Eco Mode to make the throttle much more gradual and consequently make the car easier to drive efficiently. The needle on the "power gauge" (provided in lieu of a tach) jumps frantically unless you're very, very careful with your right foot. This is with the car trying to approximate an Eco Mode--if you want peak power you really have to press for it. As jumpy as the power gauge needle seems, I much more often found myself driving slower than I wanted to be rather than the opposite, due to the amount of resistance built into the throttle. On the way to the big numbers on the power gauge the powertrain seems to hesistate, as if wondering if big boost is what you really want. The transition is far from smooth and linear. A much better solution would equip the car with a mode selector. In Eco the throttle could be very gradual. In Power all hesitation and resistance could be eliminated, and output could build much more linearly. The computer wouldn't have to figure out each and every time if you were seeking Dr. Jekyll or Mr. Hyde, with a lumpy transition between them. If you desire to run on electric power alone, this can often be done for a couple of miles. One of the trip computer screens in the center of the instrument cluster includes an E-max graph that indicates how hard you can push on the go pedal without inducing the gas engine to kick on. The DSG transmission can be manually shifted, and reacts as quickly and smoothly here as in other gas-powered VWs. Some people find the DSG a touch rough around in stop-and-go driving. I detected no such issue. see full Volkswagen Jetta review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The car feels solid, handles well, and is just plain fun (thanks to the torque!). I find the DSG transmission to be smooth and agile and Sport mode is great for passing maneuvers or quick starts in city driving. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
2.5L engine and 6-speed Tip-tronic transmission work well together. Engine has broad power band, which allows the transmission to deliver reasonable pickup in normal mode, and quite a lot of fun in "Sport" mode. Normal driving provides good fuel e see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
140 TDI engine offers great amount of fun. The transmission shifts smoothly from first to sixth, all the while providing a very potent 240 lb/ft of torque. Very entertaining, doesn't disappoint until you reach higher speeds on the highway (until you downshift anyway). see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The engine is very old-tech and has only 115 HP, however the 6 speed auto is thoroughly modern and makes the most of the low power and average torque. Acceleration is mediocre (0-60 11 sec), but totally adequate. Smooth and quiet beyond its price. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta Powertrain: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
More a complaint with the DSG automatic, which downshifts too quickly when decelerating. I often find myself popping the car into neutral and rolling to a stop with the brake to avoid the jerking from the downshift. Not a big deal once you get used to it -- just be prepared for some engine/transmission braking when you are slowing down. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I call it the hesitation drive. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This is NOT a fast car. If you value rapid acceleration, look elsewhere. That said, its not as bad as most reviewers say it is. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
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2012 Volkswagen Jetta MSRP and Invoice Prices
| Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
| 4dr Sedan | Base | 15,515 | 14,894 | 770 |
| 4dr Sedan | S | 16,645 | 15,979 | 770 |
| 4dr Sedan | SE | 18,725 | 17,977 | 770 |
| 4dr Sedan | TDI | 22,775 | 21,864 | 770 |
| 4dr Sedan | SEL | 23,445 | 22,507 | 770 |
| 4dr Sedan | SEL Premium | 24,805 | 23,813 | 770 |
| 4dr Sedan | GLI | 23,745 | 22,795 | 770 |
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