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Volkswagen Jetta Generation

Years1986–1992
BodySedan
Variants53

The Volkswagen Jetta Generation is a sedan, produced 1986–1992. This generation includes 53 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 54 to 139 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds. Drive configurations available include FRONT WHEEL DRIVE and ALL WHEEL DRIVE. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Volkswagen Jetta 1986 front view

Volkswagen Jetta Generation53 variants

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Variant
Power
0–100
Cons.
CO₂
Volkswagen Jetta GT 16V
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
139hp / 102 kW
8.8s
8.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta GTX 16V
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
129hp / 95 kW
9.3s
8.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta GTX
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
107hp / 79 kW
10.6s
8.8l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta GT
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
107hp / 79 kW
-s
-l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 GT Syncro
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
98hp / 72 kW
11.4s
9.1l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 CL Syncro
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
98hp / 72 kW
11.4s
9.1l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 GT
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
14.9s
9.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 GT
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.8s
8.0l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 GL
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
14.9s
9.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 GL
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.8s
8.0l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 CL
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
14.9s
9.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 CL
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.8s
8.0l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
14.9s
9.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.8s
8.0l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 GT Syncro
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
12.3s
8.5l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 CL Syncro
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
12.3s
8.5l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 Syncro
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
12.3s
8.5l/100km
-
Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 GT
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
14.0s
9.3l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 GT
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.8s
8.3l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 GL
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
14.0s
9.3l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 GL
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.8s
8.3l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 CL
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
14.0s
9.3l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 CL
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.8s
8.3l/100km
-
Volkswagen Jetta 1.8
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
14.0s
9.3l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.8
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.8s
8.3l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta GT Turbo Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
80hp / 59 kW
13.7s
5.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta GL Turbo Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
80hp / 59 kW
13.7s
5.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta CL Turbo Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
80hp / 59 kW
13.7s
5.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 GL
1,595 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
72hp / 53 kW
16.1s
8.2l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 GL
1,595 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
72hp / 53 kW
13.9s
7.8l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 CL
1,595 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
72hp / 53 kW
16.1s
8.2l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 CL
1,595 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
72hp / 53 kW
13.9s
7.8l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6
1,595 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
72hp / 53 kW
16.1s
8.2l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6
1,595 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
72hp / 53 kW
13.9s
7.8l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta GT Turbo Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
69hp / 51 kW
15.0s
5.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta GL Turbo Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
69hp / 51 kW
15.0s
5.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta CL Turbo Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
69hp / 51 kW
15.0s
5.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
69hp / 51 kW
15.0s
5.7l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 GL
1,595 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
69hp / 51 kW
16.7s
9.0l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 GL
1,595 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
69hp / 51 kW
14.2s
7.9l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 CL
1,595 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
69hp / 51 kW
16.7s
9.0l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 CL
1,595 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
69hp / 51 kW
14.2s
7.9l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6
1,595 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
69hp / 51 kW
16.7s
9.0l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6
1,595 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
69hp / 51 kW
14.2s
7.9l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta GL KAT-Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
17.1s
6.0l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta CL KAT-Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
17.1s
6.0l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta GL Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
54hp / 40 kW
19.3s
5.8l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta CL Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
54hp / 40 kW
19.3s
6.2l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta Diesel
1,588 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
54hp / 40 kW
19.3s
6.2l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.3 CL
1,272 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
54hp / 40 kW
17.2s
7.5l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.3
1,272 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
54hp / 40 kW
17.2s
7.5l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.3 CL
1,272 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
54hp / 40 kW
17.2s
7.2l/100km
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Volkswagen Jetta 1.3
1,272 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
54hp / 40 kW
17.2s
7.2l/100km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Volkswagen Jetta (1986-1992)?

The Volkswagen Jetta (1986-1992) is a sedan. All 53 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Volkswagen Jetta (1986-1992) have?

The Volkswagen Jetta (1986-1992) has 53 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Volkswagen Jetta (1986-1992) produced?

The Volkswagen Jetta (1986-1992) was produced 1986–1992. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Volkswagen Jetta (1986-1992)?

The Volkswagen Jetta (1986-1992) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.