2016
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid

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$31,120
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2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid

Notable features

Apple CarPlay, Android Auto smartphone mirroring
Turbo four-cylinder engine
Seven-speed dual-clutch transmission
Lithium-ion battery pack

The good & the bad

The good

Impressive gas mileage
Composed handling
Ride comfort
Reserve power at highway speeds
Roomy backseat

The bad

Poor brake linearity
Accelerator lag
Hybrid gauge not an effective coaching tool
Hybrid battery reduces cargo space
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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
11.1%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
11.1%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
MY 2016-MY 2017 vehicles / 75,000 miles; MY 2018- MY 2019 vehicles / 72,000 miles; MY 2020 and newer vehicles / 75,000 miles
Basic
Vehicles purchased on or after 1 / 5 / 21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr / 12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty
Dealer certification
100-plus point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 4 reviews
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Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.5
Value 4.5
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

By Librigirrl from San Clemente, CA
Owns this car
August 6, 2019

Volkswagen comes through again!

I like the Jetta Hybrid for its reliability, gas mileage, comfort and appearance. The heated seats provide great comfort for this old back. The navigation system is easy to follow, and with the included Sirius traffic feature helps me arrive easily at my destinations. I purchased the maintenance package at the time I took delivery and haven’t paid for anything additional after 40,000 miles and 3 3/4 years of ownership. I have found the car to be comfortable whether I’m bopping around town, or driving up the coast. It’s fun to watch the display to see whether the car is working off the electric motor, charging, or using the gasoline engine. I love the tight turning circle as well as the quick response and pep of the engine.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By DW412 from Atlanta, GA
Used to own this car
June 6, 2019

Most fun in a turbo hybrid there is!

I bought the car new, and it ran like a dream. I drove it for over 70K miles, and it NEVER had a problem. It could take off like a shot, handled the road like a slot car, and NEVER paused when I needed it to do something. As I came up to a stop light, or found myself in stop and go traffic of a long commute, I could feel the regenerative braking system do its job. It took about three stops to get used to. It fit passengers and cargo comfortably for long trips and had a great infotainment system. Family vacations with grown teens were never an issue. Very easy to drive in the mountains and at the beach. And easy for my teens as young drivers to use, because of the safety features (including park assist, cross traffic warnings, and back up camera). In real-world driving, I averaged between 41 and 47MPG. Oddly, in the mountains, I would see 50+MPG. The car used electric (although a relatively short range) preferentially. I could take kids to school and return home and never hear the gas engine turn on. All charging was from the engine, coasting, or regenerative braking. It became almost sport to see how often I could compel the electric motor to be the power of choice. It NEVER ran the gas engine during stops or in drive through. It was like having a sports car in a little family sedan. Sadly, a young driver looking down at his phone did not see that everyone in front of him had to make an emergency stop. So, I'm writing about the best little car I now wish I could find again as a past tense car. It has gone to "that great salvage shop in the sky". In an FYI: all the passengers and myself were unharmed in my car that was sandwiched between the hapless driver who collided from behind and shoved us into the driver in front of us. From the outside, the car looked impressively scrunched at its crumple points, but on close examination, the passenger, battery, and engine compartments were well preserved. Very nice job, VW.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid is available in 1 trim level:

  • Hybrid SEL Premium (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid offers up to 42 MPG in city driving and 48 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid reliable?

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid owners.

Is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 4 reviews
  • Comfort: 5.0
  • Interior: 4.8
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 5.0
  • Reliability: 4.8

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