2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen — Full Specifications
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The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen is a estate/wagon powered by a 2.5L 5-cyl diesel engine, returning around 38 mpg (UK) / 32.0 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 2.5L 5-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S6) |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Estate/Wagon |
| Seats | Data not available |
| Length | Data not available |
| Width | Data not available |
| Height | Data not available |
| Kerb Weight | Data not available |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 38 combined / 35 urban / 44 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 32.0 combined / 29.0 city / 37.0 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 208 g/km |
Owner Essentials for the Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
UK Running Costs
Insurance group not available — check with your insurer. At around 8,000 miles per year and 38 mpg combined, expect roughly 957 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators. Keeping the car well maintained helps too — a decent car care kit protects resale value.
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Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
NHTSA crash test data not available for this model year.
How It Compares
How does the Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen compare to similar estate/wagons? For context, estate/wagons in our database average around 33 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 38 mpg figure is 5 mpg better than that average. Its 208 g/km CO₂ figure is 6 g/km lower than the 214 g/km average for estate/wagons on this site. This comparison is based on 103 estate/wagons in our dataset.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) & NHTSA snapshots 18 July 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen have?
It's fitted with a 2.5L 5-cyl diesel engine, paired with a automatic (am-s6) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen?
It returns around 38 mpg (UK) combined, or 32.0 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
Does the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen have a good safety rating?
NHTSA crash test data is not available for this model year.
How many seats does the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen have?
Seating capacity data is not available for this model year. It's classed as a estate/wagon.
Is the Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen's fuel economy good for a estate/wagon?
Yes — it returns around 38 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 33 mpg among the estate/wagons we track, making it one of the more efficient options in its class.