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Volkswagen Jetta Specs at TrueDelta: Powertrains and tires by trim level (2011)

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta specs.

2011 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 2861 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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
This vehicle was intended to be the "Mommy Mobile". My wife also likes to drive most of the time in "Her Car". I am 6 ft 205 lb; with my 22 month old daughter in a forward facing car seat, I feel I have to pull my seat some what forward to allow her room. This makes my knees kinda touch the glove box. It really only is a problem if shes is fussy, and does not want anything near her. (Instead of hearing her fuss I move it....sometimes.) see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
The rear seat is a little small but compared to other compact cars it is not bad, Still cramped if your over 6 feet. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
 

2011 Volkswagen Jetta 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim Base S SE SEL TDI
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
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
Standard Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual5-speed manual5-speed manual6-speed manual
Optional Transmission(s)6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed automated manual
Standard DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
Standard Tires195/65HR15 tires195/65HR15 tires205/55HR16 tires225/45HR17 tires205/55HR16 tires

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

2011 Volkswagen Jetta Powertrain: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Powertrain: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
I have been building race cars for awhile, and the wife had a "Sports Car" before this. It is not a rocket ship, but it will spin all the way through first ;-) The twin disc 6 speed auto is extreamly smooth, and works flawlessly. I have had the vehicle to 132mph and it seemed to want to keep going ( It does start to pull Much slower after 115mph. Again it well not win races, but it has more then enough power to pass at 60-70mph. All in all it works well as a "Mommy Mobile". see full Volkswagen Jetta review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

2011 Volkswagen Jetta Tires: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Just over 40k miles and tires are almost at the wear bar. I am currently pricing/researching for new tires. Stock size are 225/45/17, I will be moving to a 234/55/17 which will be a little wide but will have a thicker side wall. I believe this will look better as I do not like the fender gap the stock size has. I also am not into lowering a vehicle unless it is my Track car ( This by far is not. Stock size pricing is $125-$150 for a good tire. Their are GREAT tires in the $170-$200 range but do not see the benefit for the cost. Tires I am looking at are the Pirelli P6 Four Seasons Plus in size 235/55/17 for $130 ea rated for 45k miles. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
 

2011 Volkswagen Jetta MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body Trim Base Price Invoice Destination
4dr Sedan Base 15,365 14,750 770
4dr Sedan S 16,495 15,835 770
4dr Sedan SE 18,195 17,467 770
4dr Sedan SEL 21,395 20,539 770
4dr Sedan TDI 22,995 22,075 770

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