Compare 1999 Volkswagen Jetta specifications by trim levels
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Jetta is a 5-seat Sedan from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 1999.
With the price tag ranging from $14,845 to $23,500, the Volkswagen Jetta faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Cruze, Dodge Dart, Ford Focus.
The Volkswagen Jetta has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Volkswagen Jetta boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 26 to 49 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 68.30mm x 173.40mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
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Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal
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Wheelbase: 97.4 in
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MPG: 24 city/31 hwy
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0-60 mph: 9.6 sec
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Towing capacity: 2000 lbs
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Curb: 2661 lbs
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Tires: P195/60HR14.0 BSW AS
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Cargo: 15 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): from 172.3 x 66.7 x 56.1
1999 Volkswagen Jetta Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Volkswagen Jetta is offered in 10 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen Jetta safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Volkswagen Jetta specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Sedan
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Horsepower 115 hp @ 5200 –
90 hp @ 3750 -
Torque 122 lb-ft. –
181 lb-ft. -
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.7 - 12.2 sec
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1/4 mile time 16.1 - 20 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 173.4 in
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Width 66.7 in
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Height 56.1 in
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Wheelbase 97.4 in
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Curb Weight 2661 lbs
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Towing capacity 2000 lbs
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Turning radius 16.4 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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Passenger volume 88
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 14.5 gal
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City 19 - 42 mpg
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Combined 23 - 46 mpg
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Highway 26 - 49 mpg
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Highway range 377 - 710.5 mi
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Specifications 
GL 4dr Sedan |
TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 173.40 in | 173.40 in | 173.40 in | 173.40 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 66.70 in | 66.70 in | 66.70 in | 66.70 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 56.10 in | 56.10 in | 56.10 in | 56.10 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 115 | 90 | 172 | 115 |
| Torque | |||
| 122 | 149 | 173 | 122 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 24 mpg | 40 mpg | 19 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 31 mpg | 49 mpg | 26 mpg | 31 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 9.60 seconds | 11.60 seconds | 7.70 seconds | 9.50 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 18.10 seconds | 20.00 seconds | 16.20 seconds | 18.00 seconds |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.25/3.65 " | 3.13/3.76 " | 3.19/3.56 " | 3.25/3.65 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 2661.00 lbs | 2679.00 lbs | 2945.00 lbs | 2661.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 97.40 in | 97.40 in | 97.40 in | 97.40 in |
| Front track | |||
| 57.50 " | 57.50 " | 56.90 " | 57.50 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 57.00 " | 57.00 " | 56.50 " | 57.00 " |
| Turning radius | |||
| 16.40 | 16.40 | 16.40 | 16.40 |
| Front legroom | |||
| 42.30 in | 42.30 in | 42.30 in | 42.30 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 31.50 in | 31.50 in | 31.50 in | 31.50 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 39.20 in | 39.20 in | 37.50 in | 39.20 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 37.30 in | 37.30 in | 37.30 in | 37.30 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 53.80 in | 53.80 in | 53.80 in | 53.80 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 52.80 in | 52.80 in | 52.80 in | 52.80 in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 15.00 cu.ft. | 15.00 cu.ft. | 15.00 cu.ft. | 15.00 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 15.00 cu.ft. | 15.00 cu.ft. | 15.00 cu.ft. | 15.00 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume | |||
| 88 cu.ft. | 88 cu.ft. | 85 cu.ft. | 88 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 14.50 gal. | 14.50 gal. | 14.50 gal. | 14.50 gal. |
| Payload | |||
| 1021 lbs. | 1058 lbs. | 916 lbs. | 1021 lbs. |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| 0.32 | 0.32 | 0.34 | 0.32 |
GL 4dr Sedan |
GL TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLS 4dr Sedan |
GLS TDI 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 172.30 in | 172.30 in | 172.30 in | 172.30 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 68.30 in | 68.30 in | 68.30 in | 68.30 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 56.90 in | 56.90 in | 56.90 in | 56.90 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 115 | 90 | 115 | 90 |
| Torque | |||
| 122 | 155 | 122 | 155 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 24 mpg | 42 mpg | 24 mpg | 42 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 31 mpg | 49 mpg | 31 mpg | 49 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 9.50 seconds | 12.20 seconds | 10.10 seconds | 12.20 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 18.00 seconds | 20.00 seconds | 18.50 seconds | 20.00 seconds |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.25/3.65 " | 3.13/3.76 " | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.13/3.76 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 2853.00 lbs | 2873.00 lbs | 2862.00 lbs | 2891.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 98.90 in | 98.90 in | 98.90 in | 98.90 in |
| Front track | |||
| 59.60 " | 59.60 " | 59.60 " | 59.60 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 58.80 " | 58.80 " | 58.80 " | 58.80 " |
| Turning radius | |||
| 17.90 | 17.90 | 17.90 | 17.90 |
| Front legroom | |||
| 41.30 in | 41.30 in | 41.30 in | 41.30 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 33.30 in | 33.30 in | 33.30 in | 33.30 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 38.70 in | 38.70 in | 38.70 in | 38.70 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 37.20 in | 37.20 in | 37.20 in | 37.20 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 53.70 in | 53.70 in | 53.70 in | 53.70 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 52.90 in | 52.90 in | 52.90 in | 52.90 in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume | |||
| 88 cu.ft. | 88 cu.ft. | 88 cu.ft. | 88 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 14.50 gal. | 14.50 gal. | 14.50 gal. | 14.50 gal. |
| Payload | |||
| 1047 lbs. | 1091 lbs. | 1047 lbs. | 1091 lbs. |
GLS VR6 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |
| 172.30 in | 172.30 in |
| Exterior body width | |
| 68.30 in | 68.30 in |
| Exterior height | |
| 56.90 in | 56.90 in |
| Horsepower | |
| 174 | 174 |
| Torque | |
| 181 | 181 |
| Fuel economy - city | |
| 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |
| 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |
| 7.70 seconds | 7.70 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |
| 16.10 seconds | 16.10 seconds |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |
| 3.19/3.56 " | 3.19/3.56 " |
| Curb weight | |
| 2994.00 lbs | 3019.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |
| 98.90 in | 98.90 in |
| Front track | |
| 59.60 " | 59.60 " |
| Rear track | |
| 58.80 " | 58.80 " |
| Turning radius | |
| 17.90 | 17.90 |
| Front legroom | |
| 41.30 in | 41.30 in |
| Rear legroom | |
| 33.30 in | 33.30 in |
| Front headroom | |
| 38.70 in | 37.00 in |
| Rear headroom | |
| 37.20 in | 36.50 in |
| Front shoulder room | |
| 53.70 in | 53.70 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |
| 52.90 in | 52.90 in |
| Luggage volume | |
| 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.20 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |
| 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.20 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume | |
| 88 cu.ft. | 85 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |
| 14.50 gal. | 14.50 gal. |
| Payload | |
| 1003 lbs. | 1003 lbs. |
Interior Features
GL 4dr Sedan |
TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Trip computer | |||
| 2918 | – | – | – |
| Exterior temperature display | |||
| 2927 | – | – | – |
| Cell phone | |||
| 4025 | – | – | – |
GL 4dr Sedan |
GL TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLS 4dr Sedan |
GLS TDI 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| 2825 | 2825 | 2825 | 2825 |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | – | – |
GLS VR6 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | |
| 2825 | 2816 |
| 12V DC power outlet | |
| 2 | 2 |
| Seatback storage pockets | |
| 2 | 2 |
Exterior Features
GL 4dr Sedan |
TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass |
| Front tires | |||
| P195/60HR14.0 BSW AS | P195/60HR14.0 BSW AS | P205/50HR15.0 BSW AS | P195/60HR14.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| steel | steel | silver alloy | silver alloy |
GL 4dr Sedan |
GL TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLS 4dr Sedan |
GLS TDI 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | |||
| 3394 | 3394 | 3394 | 3394 |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Front tires | |||
| P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| steel | steel | steel | steel |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
GLS VR6 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | |
| 3394 | 3394 |
| Door count | |
| 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Sunroof | |
| 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass |
| Front tires | |
| P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |
| steel | silver alloy |
Seats
GL 4dr Sedan |
TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Heated front seats | |||
| 3032 | – | – | – |
| Rear armrest | |||
| 3072 | – | – | – |
GL 4dr Sedan |
GL TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLS 4dr Sedan |
GLS TDI 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | |||
| 2989 | 2989 | 2989 | 2989 |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
GLS VR6 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | |
| 2989 | 2989 |
| Standard seating | |
| 5 | 5 |
Entertainment System
GL 4dr Sedan |
TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan |
| Speakers | |||
| 8 | 8 | 10 | 8 |
| Cassette player | |||
| 4057 | 4057 | 4058 | – |
| Equalizer | |||
| 4076 | – | – | – |
GL 4dr Sedan |
GL TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLS 4dr Sedan |
GLS TDI 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | |||
| 3131 | 3131 | 3131 | 3131 |
| Speakers | |||
| 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
GLS VR6 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | |
| 3131 | 3131 |
| Speakers | |
| 8 | 8 |
Safety and Security Features
GL 4dr Sedan |
TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan |
| Traction control | |||
| 3241 | – | – | – |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 4 | – | – | – |
GL 4dr Sedan |
GL TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLS 4dr Sedan |
GLS TDI 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| 3214 | 3214 | 3214 | 3214 |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
GLS VR6 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | |
| 3214 | 3214 |
| Door curb lights | |
| 2 | 2 |
Mechanical Features
GL 4dr Sedan |
TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.67 | 3.67 | 3.67 | 3.67 |
| Turbocharger | |||
| 3807 | – | – | – |
GL 4dr Sedan |
GL TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLS 4dr Sedan |
GLS TDI 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | |||
| 4750 | 4748 | 4750 | 4748 |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.39 | 3.39 | 3.39 | 3.39 |
GLS VR6 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | |
| 4772 | 4772 |
| Axle ratio | |
| 3.39 | 3.39 |
Other Specs
GL 4dr Sedan |
TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
Wolfsburg 4dr Sedan |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. |
GL 4dr Sedan |
GL TDI 4dr Sedan |
GLS 4dr Sedan |
GLS TDI 4dr Sedan |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 5200 | 3750 | 5200 | 3750 |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. |
GLS VR6 4dr Sedan |
GLX 4dr Sedan |
| Horsepower rpm | |
| 5800 | 5800 |
| Maximum towing capacity | |
| 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. |