Engines1980–1981

What engines does the Volkswagen Jetta (1980-1981) come with?

The Volkswagen Jetta (1980-1981) was offered with 4 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.

EnginePowerTorqueTransmissionDriveTop speed0-100 km/hConsumptionAvailable on
1.6L Petrol110 hp137 NmManualFront Wheel Drive178 km/h9.6 s8.9 l/100km1 trim
1.5L Petrol70 hp110 NmManualFront Wheel Drive156 km/h13.3 s8.9 l/100km2 trims
1.3L Petrol60 hp93 NmManualFront Wheel Drive148 km/h15.0 s8.6 l/100km2 trims
1.6L Diesel54 hp100 NmManualFront Wheel Drive141 km/h17.2 s6.8 l/100km2 trims
How this is measured

Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.

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