Overview & Reviews

For 2013, upper-level trims get a few new features and all but the base model get four-wheel disc brakes. An all-new hybrid model also joins the lineup later in the model year.

• Fuel-efficient diesel TDI model.
• Smooth ride quality
• Spacious interior and trunk

• Lackluster interior materials
• High price of TDI
• Sluggish throttle with automatic
• Weak base engine.

User Reviews:

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  Grinding Noise 2013 Jetta - 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
  By sparkfire - September 11 - 9:00 am

  I really like the car, it handles very well in the city and on the road, however, it makes a grinding noise when simply driving 25-30 mph down a city street. The noise is right under my feet! At first they couldnt find anything so I had one of the guys ride with me and when he heard it he was puzzled. I was told to bring it back one day and theyll have a Tech ride with me so when I have a chance, Ill take it back! Had I known it was assembled in Mexico I never would have purchased it! I thought they were being assembled at least in Tenn. Im so disappointed that I wished I had purchased a Chevy or Buick!

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  Not bad, not bad at all - 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Chris - April 8 - 7:14 am

  Decent starter car for 21 yr old.

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  Good car with great space. - 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
  By ecwhite - March 16 - 9:22 pm

  This is a big car for its class but needs the 2.5 litre to make it work. The 5 speed manual transmission seems too tall in an attempt to gain fuel mileage. An extra gear in the manual gear box is needed to bring some life to it. The space is off the charts compared to any competitor which is a big asset when you have a family to fit in the back seat and luggage in the trunk. The Civic and Elantra might win the "fun" category but the space, quiet ride and solid road performance in weather trump the fun factor for me. It is not a TDI (my previous car was a 05 Jetta TDI before the moose destroyed it) and if you can afford it, go with the TDI. The TDI is a Santa bag of fun with crazy torque!

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  Great Overall Fuel Saver! - 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
  By emotionalrat15 - December 18 - 10:41 pm

  Bought this car in November of 2012 and optioned it with Bluetooth, RCD-510 Touch Screen radio and a sunroof. I love it! Its a great city car, however it needs to have lots of highway miles due to its DPF(Diesel Particulate Filter) not burning the soot properly in city conditions,so it clogs up. That was when my mom had it for a week when I was gone and when I stepped into it a warning light came on that it was clogged. I phoned VW and they said drive it on the highway for a few miles and the light will go out. And so it did. I get 46 mpg combined, its a blast to drive, but it needs a bout 20 more hp when merging at freeway speeds. But going slower, there is gobs of torque! I love it!

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  Nothing hidden, "It is what it is..." - 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
  By cmc370 - September 17 - 8:01 pm

  I purchased a manual SE w/ conv package a few months ago and have driven about 80 miles a day since, mostly highway and I have been satisfied by the MPG, transmission (wish it had a sixth gear, but the fifth and forth gears are rather tall) and features. If you expect high grade interior material, then you should understand that this car is a compromise, high value, high feature, something had to give, and that was the "plastic" nature of this car. I call it my plastic car (even the seats are plastic) but appreciate the good ride, decent acceleration and good transmission. The car is surprisingly fun to drive, but compliant as a highway cruiser.

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  Torque monster and extremely fuel efficient! - 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Marcelo Murillo - August 26 - 9:26 pm

  I will start with the only thing that could be improved and that is the transmission. I have the DSG transmission and it is great and refined at normal driving speed (15 mph plus) However it is a bit rough when coasting to a stop, driving through a parking lot and other slow situations. It seems there is more low end torque than the transmission knows how to handle and when it downshifts from 3rd to 2nd to 1st gear it is not as smooth as other non-diesel non DSG cars, the dealer checked the transmission and all was good no defects were found. Everything else this car aces, fuel economy is off the charts, build quality is what you expect from VW which is excellent, no squeaks or rattles, the interior materials are solid and not cheap, ergonomics are great and I love the no nonsense designs of the controls. The car handles great and the 2.0 turbo diesel has loads of torque which makes passing and merging into a freeway a breeze (no drama it just builds speed) Road noise is better than other cars Ive tested on this segment and great for long journeys, front seats are very comfortable and there is great leg room for the back occupants (Im 6 tall). Trunk space is actually surprisingly good and mine came with a first aid kit. When it comes to fuel economy this car is a star especially on the highway, I never get less than 550 miles per tank and have gotten as much as 610 in a trip from Florida to Michigan. In conclusion I highly recommend this car to anyone. Ive owned this car for almost 3 years and I bought it used with only 5k miles on the odometer.

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  Fun and Stylish MPGs - 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
  By jmmeeks - January 2 - 11:25 am

  The manual TDI is fun to drive, and gets great mpg. EPAs city mpg is about right - I get 29-32 mpgs on my commute (suburban + city streets, 16 mi. each way). On the highway, though, I usually get 48 mpg. The interior leans high-end - seat warmers, speaker phone, and the spots you actually touch while driving (arm rests, steering wheel, turn signal) have a soft feel. The top of the console extends to an arm rest wide enough for both driver and passenger. The Fender speakers are fantastic, but the iPhone interface can be prickly. When my phone is connected via the media cord, the system sometimes gets confused between that connection and Bluetooth.

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  Loved the car...Big problem - 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
  By kittykat35 - March 10 - 7:44 pm

  Bought the car new..loved the stick,turbo,diesel combination...handled like a proper German sedan..car didnt settle in till 90mph+. At 35K the high-pressure (32000psi) fuel pump failed and sprayed metal fragments through out the fuel system resulting in $5000 repair bill ! Covered under warranty for 1 time but the dealer claimed it was contaminated fuel. Had only used diesel fuel from a high volume station that has city and school district contracts. Come to find out these Bosch pumps are on their 3rd redesign and one of the failure suspects is the low sulfur fuel that has no/reduced lubricants. Owners manual says not to use additives but if you have one be sure use an additive.

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  Im a believer - 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
  By stewsir - February 22 - 4:48 pm

  I leased my Jetta about 8 weeks ago because of a change in my commuting status. I needed something that could haul 3-4 adults 50-60 miles a day, each way. Ive had VWs, Audis and Volvos previously. This isnt my favorite car, but for what I got it for, its the best, by far. Very comfortable inside, front AND back. great mileage. I average 35 or so around town and 42-45 on the highway. Its nice to see just under half a tank left and 450 miles on the trip odometer. I think Im doing 600 or so miles per tank. Pretty impressive for a 14 gallon tank.

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  1 year old and literally falling apart - 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
  By trevsta18 - November 13 - 2:43 pm

  Oh jeez where do I start?! First of all, I have owned this car for a year now. 30k. Falling apart. The front bumper paint is coming off, the tires that came on the car are crap. I am constantly resetting the tire pressure light, its faulty or something. Headlights gone bad, center armrest is ripping and now, I have to get the engine mounts replaced after they charged me for the alignment and tire balance which they said would fix the shaking on the freeway. Are you kidding me?! Its a brand new car and the engine mounts are bad?? This is ridiculous and the first/last VW I buy.