2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn

Engine Type: 2.0L TSI Turbo I4*

Displacement: 1,984 cc*

Max Power: 228 hp @ 4,500-6,200 rpm*

Max Torque: 258 lb-ft @ 1,600-4,300 rpm*

No. of Cylinders: 4*

Valves Per Cylinder: 4*

Fuel Supply System: Turbocharged Direct Injection*

Turbo Charger: ✅*

Transmission Type: 6-Speed Manual / 7-Speed DSG*

Gearbox: 6-Speed Manual (7-Speed DSG optional +$800)*

Drive Type: FWD*

Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded Recommended*

MPG: 24/33/27 (manual)*, 25/33/28 (DSG)*

Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 gal / 50 L*

Top Speed: 144 mph*

Front Suspension: MacPherson Strut (Sport-Tuned)*

Rear Suspension: Multi-Link Independent (Sport-Tuned)*

Shock Absorbers Type: Adaptive Damping Control (DCC)*

Steering Type: Electromechanical Power Steering (Sport-Tuned)*

Steering Column: Tilt and Telescopic*

Front Brake Type: 13.4-in Ventilated Disc*

Rear Brake Type: 12.2-in Ventilated Disc*

Braking (60-0mph): 115 ft*

0-60mph (Tested): 6.1 sec (DSG)*, 6.5 sec (manual)*

Wheel Size: 18-inch*

Wheel Type: 18-in Belmont Alloy (GLI-Specific)*

Length (ft/mm): 15.5 ft / 4,702 mm*

Width (ft/mm): 5.9 ft / 1,799 mm*

Height (ft/mm): 4.7 ft / 1,441 mm (lowered 0.6 inches)*

Boot Space (litres): 399 liters (14.1 cu ft)*

Seating Capacity: 5*

Wheel Base (ft/mm): 8.9 ft / 2,686 mm*

No. of Doors: 4*

Power Steering: ✅*

Air Conditioner: ✅*

Heater: ✅*

Adjustable Steering: ✅*

Height Adjustable Driver Seat: ✅*

Automatic Climate Control: ✅ (Dual-Zone Climatronic)*

Adaptive Cruise Control: ✅ (with IQ.DRIVE)*

Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts: ✅

Rear AC Vents: ❌

Cruise Control: ✅*

Parking Sensors: ✅ (Front & Rear)*

KeyLess Entry: ✅ (Keyless Access with Push-Button Start)*

Central Console Armrest: ✅*

Gear Shift Indicator: 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro*

Lane Change Indicator: ✅*

Follow Me Home Headlamps: ✅*

Additional Features - Comfort: Heated/Ventilated V-Tex Sport Seats*, 8-Way Power Driver Seat with Memory*, Sport Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters (DSG)*, Wireless Charging*, Adaptive Damping Control (DCC)*, VAQ Limited-Slip Differential*, Launch Control (DSG)*

Tachometer: ✅*

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel: ✅*

Glove Box: ✅*

Additional Features - Interior: 10.25-inch Touchscreen*, 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro*, V-Tex Leatherette Sport Seats with Red Stitching*, 8-Speaker Beats Premium Audio*, Red Ambient Lighting*, GLI Badging*, 60/40 Rear*

Upholstery: V-Tex Leatherette Sport Seats with Red Stitching*

Adjustable Headlamps: ✅*

Rear Window Wiper: ❌

Rear Window Washer: ❌

Rear Window Defogger: ✅*

Alloy Wheels: ✅*

Rear Spoiler: ✅ (GLI Rear Spoiler)*

Side Stepper: ❌

Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators: ✅*

Integrated Antenna: Roof-Mounted*

Chrome Grille: ❌ (GLI Honeycomb Grille)*

Projector Headlamps: ❌

Fog Lights: LED*

Sunroof: ✅ (Panoramic Power Tilting/Sliding Sunroof)*

Boot Opening: Manual*

Tyre Size: 225/40R18*

Tyre Type: All-Season Performance*

LED DRLs: ✅*

LED Headlamps: ✅ (LED Plus with Dynamic Cornering)*

LED Taillights: ✅*

Additional Features - Exterior: GLI Front Fascia*, GLI Rear Fascia with Dual Exhaust*, GLI Honeycomb Grille*, Red Brake Calipers*, GLI Badging*, 18-in Belmont Alloy Wheels*, Lowered Sport Suspension*, 4.9-in Ground Clearance*

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): ✅*

Central Locking: ✅*

Anti-Theft Alarm: ✅*

No. of Airbags: 6*

Driver Airbag: ✅*

Passenger Airbag: ✅*

Side Airbag: ✅*

Side Airbag-Rear: ❌

Safety Rating: Expected 5-Star NHTSA*, Expected Top Safety Pick IIHS*

Day & Night Rear View Mirror: Auto-Dimming*

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD): ✅*

Seat Belt Warning: ✅*

Door Ajar Warning: ✅*

Engine Immobilizer: ✅*

Speed Alert: ✅

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock: ✅*

Additional Features - Safety: Forward Collision Warning*, Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection*, Blind Spot Monitor*, Rear Traffic Alert*, Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist)*, 6 Airbags*, TPMS*, Electronic Stability Control*, IQ.DRIVE (Travel Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Sign Recognition)*, Park Distance Control (Front & Rear)*, LED Plus Headlights with Dynamic Cornering*, Park Distance Control*, VAQ Limited-Slip Differential*, Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)*, Launch Control (DSG)*, Tire Pressure Monitoring Display*

Radio: ✅*

Infotainment Screen Size: 10.25 inches*

Touchscreen: ✅*

Touchscreen Size: 10.25 inches*

Usb Ports: 2 Front USB-C*

Tweeters: ✅

Speakers: 8-Speaker Beats Premium Audio*

Additional Features - Entertainment: Wireless Apple CarPlay®*, Wireless Android Auto™*, Bluetooth®*, App-Connect*, 10.25-in Digital Cockpit Pro*, SiriusXM®*, 8-Speaker Beats Premium Audio*, GLI Sound Profile*