Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen — All Years
We have Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen specifications on file for 5 model years, 2010–2014, covering estate/wagon trims. Across those years EPA data lists 2 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 30 to 38 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 0 of the 1 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 5-cyl | Diesel | 31–38 | 196 | — | 6 | 420 |
| 2013 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 5-cyl | Diesel | 31–38 | 196 | — | 7 | 553 |
| 2012 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 5-cyl | Diesel | 31–38 | 196 | 4★ | 8 | 527 |
| 2011 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 5-cyl | Diesel | 31–38 | 196 | — | 11 | 640 |
| 2010 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 5-cyl | Diesel | 30–38 | 196 | — | 6 | 875 |
Best and Worst Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 5 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen model years from 2010 to 2014 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 553 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 2L 4-cyl turbo — 2010–2014
- 2.5L 5-cyl — 2010–2014
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen covered on this site?
We have data for 5 model years of the Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, from 2010 to 2014.
What engines does the Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen come with?
EPA data lists: 2L 4-cyl turbo (2010–2014); 2.5L 5-cyl (2010–2014).
Which Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen year has the best fuel economy?
The 2014 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 38 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.
Which Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2011 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (11), and the 2010 has the most owner complaints (875). Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen?
The Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen is classed as an estate/wagon on this site.
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