2012
Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
Starts at:
$29,220
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122 mi away
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Notable features
New GLI version for 2012
Low starting price
Gas or diesel power
Manual or automatic transmission
Wagon body style
The good & the bad
The good
Elegant, if understated, design
Supportive front seats
Solid, planted feel in corners
Roomy backseat
Big trunk
The bad
Less focus on interior quality
Throttle lag from a standing start with automatic
Minimal steering feedback
Awkward reach to adjust front-seat backrest
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122 mi away
Safety review
Based on the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Rollover rating
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4/5
12.1%
Risk of rollover
12.1%
Risk of rollover
Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 36,000 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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Good enough
This car was good enough, for me. I had to replace the exhaust manifold at 120k, roof drains at 125k, and 2 seized calipers around 133k. Had it regularly checked at the dealer, but it ended up mechanically failing me, leaving me stranded more than once. Car seemed to eat through batteries in 2 years or less, could never get
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
I love my VW
I bought mine this past fall with 7xxxx miles on it. What sold me on it besides the awesome fuel mileage was the storage. I'm 5'9ish and 235 lbs but with seats down I can sleep comfortably in the back with room to spare. Also was wife enough to load a 65" tv in the box with out issue.(you'd be surprised at the SVUs that were
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Having fun
- Does recommend this car
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen?
The 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen is available in 6 trim levels:
- S (4 styles)
- SE (2 styles)
- SE w/Sunroof (1 style)
- TDI (2 styles)
- TDI w/Sunroof (2 styles)
- TDI w/Sunroof & Nav (2 styles)
What is the MPG of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen?
The 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen offers up to 23 MPG in city driving and 33 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.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen?
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Is the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen reliable?
The 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen owners.
Is the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen a good Wagon?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen. 95.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.5
- Interior: 4.5
- Performance: 4.6
- Value: 4.8
- Exterior: 4.5
- Reliability: 4.7
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