VW Jetta 2011 Review
VW Jetta 2011 is a midsize sedan that’s offered in Base, SE, S, SEL, and TDI trims.
With its complete redesign, VW aims to make it a more mainstream model by adding few newer versions at lower price to the lineup in future.
It competes with Ford Focus, Mazda3, and Honda Civic.
Engine Specs
The Base and S trims are powered by a 2.0-L 4-cylinder engine that pumps out 115 hp and 125 lb-ft of torque, mated either to a standard 5-speed manual or optional 6-speed automatic transmission.
Jetta SEL and SE versions are equipped with a 2.5-L inline-five engine that spins out 170 horsepower and 177 pound-feet of torque. In performance testing, Jetta SEL went from 0-60 mph sprint in a time span of 8.4 seconds.
Jetta TDI utilizes a turbocharged 2.0-L diesel inline-4 that pumps out horsepower of 140HP and peak torque of about 236 lb-ft. A 6-speed manual gearbox is standard and VW’s 6-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission is optional.
Gas Mileage
The estimated EPA fuel economy of Jetta equipped with 2.0-L engine is 24 mpg city, 34 mpg hwy, and 28 mpg combined with manual and 23/32/26 mpg with automatic.
The estimated EPA economy of Jetta SE and SEL are quite same at around 23/33/26 mpg with manual and 24/31/27 mpg with automatic transmission.
EPA estimated fuel economy of Jetta TDI stands at excellent 30/42/34 mpg.
The base price of VW Jetta 2011 starts at $14,395 and upper-trims are available from $23,995- MSRP.
