2022 Volkswagen Jetta
US · Compact Cars
The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic | |
| Gears | 6 to 8 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 40 mpg (5.9 L/100 km) to 43 mpg (5.5 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
22V514000: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this…
Reported July 20, 2022. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 4, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 4, 2026
Data verified: November 4, 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.
Related vehicles
- 2021 Volkswagen Jetta
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · FWD
34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) - 2023 Volkswagen Jetta
Gasoline
1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · FWD
35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta have?
1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta?
Combined fuel economy is 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.