Volkswagen Jetta VI (facelift 2014) 1.4 TSI (125 Hp)

Overall Rating

8.1 / 10

Safety N/A / 5

Not Rated

Engine 4.5 / 5

Value 4.2 / 5

Performance 3.8 / 5

Comfort 4.0 / 5

People\'s Opinion 3.3 / 5

Volkswagen Jetta:

The Volkswagen Jetta is a compact car/small family car manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen since 1979. Positioned to fill a sedan niche slightly above the firm's Golf hatchback, it has been marketed over seven generations, variously as the Atlantic, Vento, Bora, City Jetta, Jetta City, GLI, Jetta, Clasico, and Sagitar.
The Jetta has been offered in two- and four-door saloon / sedan and sometimes as five-door wagon / estate versions. Since the original version in 1980, the car has grown in size and power with each generation. By mid-2011, almost 10 million Jettas have been produced and sold all over the world. As of April 2014, Volkswagen marketed over 14 million, becoming its top selling model....(Read more on Wikipedia)

VI (facelift 2014) Overview:

Volkswagen Jetta (VI (facelift 2014)). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1341 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.6 s). The top speed reaches 206 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.4 TSI (125 Hp) Verdict:

Performance Verdict

Adequate power for city driving, can feel strained on highways, manual offers more driver engagement.

Fuel Economy

Very good fuel economy, slightly less efficient than DSG variant but still impressive.

Best Use Case: City driving, light highway use, drivers preferring manual control and efficiency.

Community Verdict

This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.

Allowed: 57% Neutral: 0% Issues: 43%

3.3 / 5

Based on AI analysis of 21 discussions

Read What Owners Say

👍 POSITIVE

The interior of the autobahn is not as "plasticy" as on a more basic level Jetta. You do get the soft touch dash and those aren't the parts with reliability issues anyway. All in all, if you do go to your dealership for your regularly scheduled maintenance, they will advise you to replace certain parts on schedule, and also keep you updated when VW runs a campaign to replace regularly failing part

👎 NEGATIVE

Most parts are plastic. This results in lots of deterioration of many certain parts over time. Sensors being the first to go.

👍 POSITIVE

Timing belt after 120k, CV joints, and wheel hub bearings are the only thing I've heard common issues about. Those seem to be the major issues, anyway. But if you maintain your ride, change oil every 5,000 if your a city driver, 10,000 km if your more highway, they are pretty hard cars to break. I've put almost 20,000 on my 06 Jetta in half a year without any hiccups

👍 POSITIVE

Noticed you drive a Wrangler. I had the tough choice deciding between a Wrangler and a GTI when I bought mine, now my GTI is gone and I went with a '14 Autobahn w/ nav GLI after long time deciding against the Jeep again. Guess I made the right choice! You will be very happy with the GLI, just keep up with maintenance and it will last you years to come. It could have been the previous owner of your

👍 POSITIVE

I have a 2012 GLI and I love it. Probably one of my favorite cars I've owned. The steering wheel is probably the best in its class, acceleration is strong for a 200hp car, handling is great. My only issue is the soft mounts that tends to result in wheel hop off the line. I've got stiffer mounts on the way to fix it. So far, no reliability issues. Remember it comes standard with a 36,000 mile

👍 POSITIVE

I suspect its american thing. They drive a car until it stops and then service and complain. When germans tell you there is a maintenance schedule, there is a schedule on the dot. Keep to it and all is good.

👍 POSITIVE

I have owned multiple VWs including 3 Jettas in the last 25 years All were incredibly reliable. I currently drive a Tiguan and have nothing but positive things to say about it. I love it

👍 POSITIVE

Poor maintenance. That is people describe toyotas as bullet proof. They survive poor maintenance better and have less maintenance issues. But go drive a corolla and them drive a jetta and tell me which brings you joy and which drives like a gokart. Vw all day just maintain it

👍 POSITIVE

My 2003 Jetta TDI ran like a top but anything electrical in it was fucked, especially the door sensors. My 2019 Golf Alltrack with 90,000 miles on the clock sounds and feels like the day I bought it. I love it.

👎 NEGATIVE

I’d like to get out of mine. But I owe more than it’s worth. 2019 Passat Wolfsburg. But I’ve had to replace the engine - leaking oil more than VW could pinpoint. They replaced it under warranty. I’ve also replaced the transmission because it just failed and wouldn’t shift anymore. They found metal in trans fluid and replaced it under warranty. Now I’m gun shy. I have no more warranty left (o

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options (TSI, TDI, Hybrid).
• Spacious and practical interior with a large trunk.
• Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys.
• Refined driving dynamics, especially with independent rear suspension on higher trims.
• Solid build quality and understated, timeless design.

Cons:

• Some interior materials on lower trims felt less premium than competitors.
• Base engines (2.0 NA, 1.2 TSI) can feel underpowered for some drivers.
• DSG transmission can have reliability concerns for some owners (though largely improved by 2014).
• Steering feel can be somewhat numb compared to sportier rivals.
• Not directly tested by Euro NCAP, relying on platform siblings for safety context.

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI: 2013 - 2014).

General:
Brand:	Volkswagen
Model:	Jetta
Generation:	VI (facelift 2014)
Modification (Engine):	1.4 TSI (125 Hp)
Start of production:	2014
End of production:	2018
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Sedan
Seats:	5
Doors:	4

Engine:
Power:	125 Hp @ 5000-6000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:	89.6 Hp/l [31mm more]
Torque:	200 Nm @ 1400-4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:	CZCA More details about the engine CZCA
Engine displacement:	1395
Number of cylinders:	4
Engine configuration:	Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel injection system:	Direct injection
Engine aspiration:	Turbocharger, Intercooler
Engine oil capacity:	4 l
Engine layout:	Front, Transverse

Performance:
Fuel Type:	Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:	6.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:	4.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:	5.4 l/100 km
Emission standard:	Euro 6
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:	9.6 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:	9.6 sec
Maximum speed:	206 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:	10.7 kg/Hp, 93.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:	6.7 kg/Nm, 149.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:	9.1 sec

Space:
Kerb Weight:	1341
Max. weight:	1850
Max. roof load:	75 kg
Max load:	509
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:	510 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):	1300 kg
Fuel tank capacity:	55 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:	670 kg
Permitted towbar download:	80 kg

Size:
Length:	4659 mm mm [31mm more]
Width:	1778 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:	1482 mm mm [29mm more]
Wheelbase:	2651 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:	1535 mm
Rear (Back) track:	1538 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):	11.1 m [above average]

Powertrain:
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel	Front wheel drive
Number of gears	6
Transmission type	Manual
Front brakes	Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakes	Disc [above average]
Assisting systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type	Steering rack and pinion
Tires size	205/55 R16
Wheel rims size	6.5J x 16