1996 Volkswagen Jetta Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 4  Jetta GL Sedan 4D | 2 of 4  Jetta GLS Sedan 4D | 3 of 4  Jetta GLX Sedan 4D | 4 of 4 Jetta TDI Sedan 4D |
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Save 1 of 4 Jetta GL Sedan 4D | Save 2 of 4 Jetta GLS Sedan 4D | Save 3 of 4 Jetta GLX Sedan 4D | Save 4 of 4 Jetta TDI Sedan 4D |
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| Fair Market Price | |||
$1,740 | $2,132 | $2,591 | $2,613 |
| Fuel Economy | |||
| City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG | City 34/Hwy 44/Comb 38 MPG |
| Fuel Type | |||
| Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel |
| Horsepower | |||
| 115 @ 5400 RPM | 115 @ 5400 RPM | 172 @ 5800 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM |
| Engine | |||
| 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | V6, 2.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel |
| Cargo Volume | |||
| 15.00 cu ft | 15.00 cu ft | 15.00 cu ft | 15.00 cu ft |
| Cylinders | |||
| 4 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| Torque | |||
| 122 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 173 lb-ft | 149 lb-ft |
| Turning Circle | |||
| 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 34.2 feet | 32.8 feet |
| Curb Weight | |||
| 2,657 pounds | 2,723 pounds | 2,954 pounds | 2,679 pounds |
FAQs
Is the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 1996 Jetta ranges in power from the TDI Sedan 4D with 90 horsepower to the GLX Sedan 4D with 172 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1996 Jetta specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.
How fast is the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta?
The 1996 Jetta ranges in power from the TDI Sedan 4D with 90 horsepower to the GLX Sedan 4D with 172 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1996 Jetta specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.
What are the levels of Volkswagen Jettas?
The 1996 Volkswagen Jetta comes in 4 different trims, ranging from the GL Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $1,740.00 to the TDI Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $2,613.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 1996 Jetta specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.
What features does the Volkswagen Jetta 1996 have?
1996 Volkswagen Jetta features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Driver Airbag. For a full list of All 1996 Jetta trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Jetta specs page.