1984 Volkswagen Jetta

US · Subcompact Cars

The 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (DIESEL) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DSL,TRBO) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DSL,TRBO), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DIESEL), 1.7L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.7L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline
Economy: 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

1.6L 4-cylinder (DIESEL) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DSL,TRBO) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DSL,TRBO), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DIESEL), 1.7L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.7L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS)

Combined Economy

21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km) combined

Transmission

Manual, Automatic

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (DIESEL) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DSL,TRBO) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DSL,TRBO), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DIESEL), 1.7L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.7L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement	1.6 L to 1.8 L
Cylinders	4
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
Gears	3 to 5

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km)
Highway	24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 41 mpg (5.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Drivetrain, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

15 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.

06E018000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
CERTAIN HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES, P/N 171.611.107B, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1975-1985 VOLKSWAGEN (VW) RABBIT; 1985-1992 VW GOLF; AND 1980-1992 VW JETTA PASSENGER VEHICLES. POSSIBLE BRAKE HOSE RUPTURE COULD OCCUR WHICH FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 106, "BRAKE HOSES."
Remedy: FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE BRAKE HOSES WITH COMPLIANT BRAKE HOSES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 30, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS AT 305-885-8646 EXT. 11.
Reported March 1, 2006. View on NHTSA
85V099000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
UNDER ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS, OUTER RUBBER LAYER OF BRAKE HOSES MAY BECOME BRITTLE AND DEVELOP CRACKS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: CRACKS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID RESULTING IN AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE AND POSSIBLY AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPLACE BRAKE HOSES AS NECESSARY.
Reported July 30, 1985. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 25, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 25, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 25, 2026

Data verified: October 26, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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1985 Volkswagen Jetta
Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((DSL,TRBO)), 1.6L 4-cylinder, 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1984 Volkswagen Jetta have?

Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((DIESEL) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((DSL,TRBO) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((DSL,TRBO)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((DIESEL)), 1.7L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.7L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1984 Volkswagen Jetta?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Are there recalls for the 1984 Volkswagen Jetta?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.