Compare 2018 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 $18,645 to $29,545, 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 33 to 40 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 70.00mm x 183.40mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2018 Volkswagen Jetta
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Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal
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Wheelbase: 104.4 in
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MPG: 28 city/40 hwy
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0-60 mph: 8.2 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.2 in
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Engine: 1.4L I-4
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Towing capacity: 2000 lbs
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Curb: 2930 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): from 182.2 x 70 x 56.5
2018 Volkswagen Jetta Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Volkswagen Jetta is offered in 6 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.
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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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Engine 1.4L I-4,1.8L I-4,2.0L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 150 hp @ 1956 –
210 hp @ 1942 -
Torque 184 lb-ft. @ 1,400 –
207 lb-ft. @ 1,700 -
Charge system intercooled turbo
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Transmission 5-spd man w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 8.2 sec
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1/4 mile time 14.5 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 183.4 in
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Width 70 in
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Height 57.2 in
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Wheelbase 104.4 in
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Curb Weight 2930 lbs
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GVWR 4101 lbs
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Towing capacity 2000 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.2 in
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Turning radius 18.2 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 15.7 ft
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Cargo capacity 15.7 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 14.5 gal
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City 24 - 28 mpg
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Combined 29 - 35 mpg
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Highway 33 - 40 mpg
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Highway range 478.5 - 580 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 72/72,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
1.4T S 4dr Sedan |
1.4T Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan |
1.4T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE Sport 4dr Sedan |
Exterior length | |||
183.4 in | 183.4 in | 183.4 in | 183.4 in |
Exterior body width | |||
70.0 in | 70.0 in | 70.0 in | 70.0 in |
Exterior height | |||
57.2 in | 57.2 in | 57.2 in | 57.2 in |
Horsepower | |||
150 hp | 150 hp | 150 hp | 170 hp |
Torque | |||
184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. |
Curb weight | |||
2930 lbs | 2930 lbs | 2930 lbs | 3071 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
4101 lbs | 4101 lbs | 4101 lbs | 4299 lbs |
Wheelbase | |||
104.4 in | 104.4 in | 104.4 in | 104.4 in |
Turning radius | |||
18.2 '' | 18.2 '' | 18.2 '' | 18.2 '' |
Ground clearance | |||
5.2 in | 5.2 in | 5.2 in | 5.2 in |
Front legroom | |||
41.2 in | 41.2 in | 41.2 in | 41.2 in |
Rear legroom | |||
38.1 in | 38.1 in | 38.1 in | 38.1 in |
Front headroom | |||
38 in | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
Rear headroom | |||
37 in | 37 in | 37 in | 37 in |
Front shoulder room | |||
55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
Rear shoulder room | |||
54 in | 54 in | 54 in | 54 in |
Fuel tank | |||
14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
Payload | |||
1,025 lbs. | 1,025 lbs. | 1,025 lbs. | 1,025 lbs. |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
2.0T GLI 4dr Sedan |
Exterior length | |
183.4 in | 182.2 in |
Exterior body width | |
70.0 in | 70.0 in |
Exterior height | |
57.2 in | 56.5 in |
Horsepower | |
170 hp | 210 hp |
Torque | |
184 lb-ft. | 207 lb-ft. |
Curb weight | |
3071 lbs | 3208 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |
4299 lbs | 4387 lbs |
Wheelbase | |
104.4 in | 104.4 in |
Turning radius | |
18.2 '' | 18.2 '' |
Ground clearance | |
5.2 in | 4.9 in |
Front legroom | |
41.2 in | 41.2 in |
Rear legroom | |
38.1 in | 38.1 in |
Front headroom | |
38 in | 38 in |
Rear headroom | |
37 in | 37 in |
Front shoulder room | |
55 in | 55 in |
Rear shoulder room | |
54 in | 54 in |
Fuel tank | |
14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
Payload | |
1,025 lbs. | 1,025 lbs. |
Interior Features 
1.4T S 4dr Sedan |
1.4T Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan |
1.4T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE Sport 4dr Sedan |
Air conditioning, front | |||
Climatic manual | Climatic manual | Climatic manual | Climatic manual |
Clock | |||
in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
Cupholders | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |||
urethane | leather/piano black | leather/piano black | leather/metal-look |
12V DC power outlet | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Overhead console | |||
mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
rubber front and rear | carpeted front and rear | rubber front and rear | rubber front and rear |
Front windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
1-touch window up | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |||
analog | analog | analog | analog |
Rear view mirror | |||
day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
Remote trunk release | |||
power | power | power | power |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
1 | 1 | – | – |
Steering wheel material | |||
urethane | urethane | leather/piano black | leather/piano black |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
2.0T GLI 4dr Sedan |
Air conditioning, front | |
dual zone Climatronic automatic | dual zone Climatronic automatic |
Clock | |
in-dash | in-dash |
Cupholders | |
front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |
leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
12V DC power outlet | |
2 | 2 |
Overhead console | |
mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | |
full | full |
Floor mats | |
rubber front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |
power | power |
Rear windows | |
power | power |
1-touch window up | |
front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |
front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |
analog | analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |
driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror | |
day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
Remote trunk release | |
power | power |
Seatback storage pockets | |
1 | 1 |
Steering wheel material | |
leather/piano black | leather/metal-look |
Exterior Features 
1.4T S 4dr Sedan |
1.4T Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan |
1.4T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE Sport 4dr Sedan |
Antenna | |||
window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
Body material | |||
fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |||
black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black |
Fog/driving lights | |||
front | front | – | – |
Door count | |||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
trunk | trunk | trunk | trunk |
Tinted windows | |||
light | light | light | light |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Sunroof | |||
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
Spoiler | |||
lip | lip | lip | lip |
Wheels | |||
16 silver aluminum | 16 painted aluminum | 16 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 17 black aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |||
full-size steel | full-size steel | full-size steel | full-size steel |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
2.0T GLI 4dr Sedan |
Antenna | |
window grid | window grid |
Body material | |
fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
Paint | |
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |
black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents |
Fog/driving lights | |
front | front |
Door count | |
4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |
trunk | trunk |
Tinted windows | |
light | light |
Rear window type | |
fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |
dual power remote | dual power remote |
Sunroof | |
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
Spoiler | |
lip | lip |
Wheels | |
17 painted aluminum | 18 painted aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |
full-size steel | full-size steel |
Seats 
1.4T S 4dr Sedan |
1.4T Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan |
1.4T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE Sport 4dr Sedan |
Front seat type | |||
bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
Lumbar support | |||
driver | driver | driver | – |
Front armrests | |||
center | center | center | center |
Front head restraints | |||
adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Rear seats | |||
60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
Rear armrest | |||
with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru | – |
Rear head restraints | |||
3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |||
cloth | V-Tex leatherette | V-Tex leatherette | V-Tex leatherette |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
2.0T GLI 4dr Sedan |
Front seat type | |
bucket | sport |
Standard seating | |
5 | 5 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |
6-way power | 6-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |
6-way | 6-way |
Lumbar support | |
driver | driver |
Front armrests | |
center | center |
Front head restraints | |
adjustable | adjustable |
Heated front seats | |
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Rear seats | |
60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
Rear armrest | |
with pass-thru | with pass-thru |
Rear head restraints | |
3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |
V-Tex leatherette | V-Tex leatherette |
Entertainment System 
1.4T S 4dr Sedan |
1.4T Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan |
1.4T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE Sport 4dr Sedan |
Radio | |||
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
CD player | |||
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | |||
4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
1st row LCD screen | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
2.0T GLI 4dr Sedan |
Radio | |
SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
CD player | |
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | |
9 Fender | 9 Fender |
Amplifier | |
400W | 400W |
Navigation system | |
yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation |
1st row LCD screen | |
1 | 1 |
Safety and Security Features 
1.4T S 4dr Sedan |
1.4T Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan |
1.4T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE Sport 4dr Sedan |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |||
curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
Traction control | |||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front | front | front | front |
Headlights | |||
halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
VW Car-Net | VW Car-Net | – | – |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
2.0T GLI 4dr Sedan |
Airbags, frontal | |
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |
curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
Traction control | |
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |
front | front |
Headlights | |
halogen | halogen |
Exterior light control | |
fully automatic | fully automatic |
Remote keyless entry | |
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Parking assist | |
Park Pilot | – |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |
VW Car-Net | VW Car-Net |
Mechanical Features 
1.4T S 4dr Sedan |
1.4T Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan |
1.4T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE Sport 4dr Sedan |
Engine | |||
1.4L I-4 | 1.4L I-4 | 1.4L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 |
Brakes | |||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
Exhaust | |||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |||
regular | regular | regular | regular |
Front suspension type | |||
strut | strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Sequential shift control | |||
Tiptronic | Tiptronic | Tiptronic | Tiptronic |
Transmission | |||
5-spd man w/OD | 5-spd man w/OD | 5-spd man w/OD | 6-spd w/OD |
Axle ratio | |||
3.23 | 3.23 | 3.23 | 3.23 |
Turbocharger | |||
intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
2.0T GLI 4dr Sedan |
Engine | |
1.8L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
Brakes | |
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |
front-wheel | front-wheel |
Exhaust | |
stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |
rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |
regular | sport |
Front suspension type | |
strut | strut |
Front shocks | |
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |
coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |
multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |
coil | coil |
Sequential shift control | |
Tiptronic | Tiptronic |
Transmission | |
6-spd w/OD | 6-spd auto-shift man w/OD |
Axle ratio | |
3.23 | 4.06 |
Turbocharger | |
intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
Other Specs 
1.4T S 4dr Sedan |
1.4T Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan |
1.4T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE Sport 4dr Sedan |
Luggage capacity | |||
15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | |||
15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. |
Base engine size | |||
1.4 liters | 1.4 liters | 1.4 liters | 1.8 liters |
Base engine type | |||
I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
Horsepower rpm | |||
5,000 | 5,000 | 5,000 | 4,800 |
Torque rpm | |||
1,400 | 1,400 | 1,400 | 1,500 |
EPA mileage estimates | |||
28 City / 40 Hwy | 28 City / 40 Hwy | 28 City / 40 Hwy | 24 City / 33 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights | |||
rear | rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |||
fade | fade | fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |||
front | front | front | front |
Engine - valvetrain | |||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
72/72,000 | 72/72,000 | 72/72,000 | 72/72,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
72/72,000 | 72/72,000 | 72/72,000 | 72/72,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Tires | |||
P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
2.0T GLI 4dr Sedan |
Luggage capacity | |
15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | |
15.7 cu.ft. | 15.7 cu.ft. |
Base engine size | |
1.8 liters | 2.0 liters |
Base engine type | |
I-4 | I-4 |
Horsepower rpm | |
4,800 | 5,300 |
Torque rpm | |
1,500 | 1,700 |
EPA mileage estimates | |
24 City / 33 Hwy | 24 City / 33 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights | |
front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |
fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |
driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |
front | front |
Engine - valvetrain | |
DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |
72/72,000 | 72/72,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |
72/72,000 | 72/72,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |
144/unlimited | 144/unlimited |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Tires | |
P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/40HR18.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |
variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Bodyside moldings | |
chrome | – |