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Used Volkswagen Jetta value by year
By the DealScan team · Updated 2026-06-12
Quick answer
A used Volkswagen Jetta in good condition with average mileage runs from about $3,750 for a 2011 up to $17,100 for a 2024. The table below gives the fair value and private-party range for every year, and flags the 3 model years we would avoid.
Volkswagen Jetta value for every year
Good condition, clean title, average mileage for the age. Newest first.
| Year | Avg miles | Fair value | Private party | Dealer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25,000 | $17,100 | $15,750–$18,450 | $19,650 |
| 2023 | 37,500 | $15,200 | $14,000–$16,400 | $17,500 |
| 2022 | 50,000 | $13,550 | $12,450–$14,650 | $15,600 |
| 2021 | 62,500 | $12,050 | $11,100–$13,000 | $13,850 |
| 2020 | 75,000 | $10,700 | $9,850–$11,550 | $12,300 |
| 2019 | 87,500 | $9,550 | $8,800–$10,300 | $11,000 |
| 2018 | 100,000 | $8,500 | $7,800–$9,200 | $9,800 |
| 2017 | 112,500 | $7,550 | $6,950–$8,150 | $8,700 |
| 2016 | 125,000 | $6,750 | $6,200–$7,300 | $7,750 |
| 2015 | 137,500 | $6,000 | $5,500–$6,500 | $6,900 |
| 2014 | 150,000 | $5,350 | $4,900–$5,800 | $6,150 |
| 2013Avoid | 162,500 | $4,750 | $4,350–$5,150 | $5,450 |
| 2012Avoid | 175,000 | $4,200 | $3,850–$4,550 | $4,850 |
| 2011Avoid | 187,500 | $3,750 | $3,450–$4,050 | $4,300 |
How much mileage moves the price
Using a 2017 Jetta as the example. The same spread applies at every year on the table above.
| Mileage | Miles | Fair value | Private party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower mileage | 76,500 | $8,850 | $8,150–$9,550 |
| Average mileage | 112,500 | $7,550 | $6,950–$8,150 |
| Higher mileage | 153,000 | $6,100 | $5,600–$6,600 |
Which years to avoid
- 2013 (2011–2013 (TSI)): Timing chain tensioner failures can destroy the engine without warning beyond a cold-start rattle. Updated-tensioner proof or walk.
- 2012 (2011–2013 (TSI)): Timing chain tensioner failures can destroy the engine without warning beyond a cold-start rattle. Updated-tensioner proof or walk.
- 2011 (2011–2013 (TSI)): Timing chain tensioner failures can destroy the engine without warning beyond a cold-start rattle. Updated-tensioner proof or walk.
What to check before you pay
- EA888 TSI (2011–2013 especially): timing chain tensioner failure — listen for rattle at cold start; updated tensioner receipts are gold
- Plastic water pumps fail around 60,000–100,000 miles — coolant smell or low level is the tell
- Carbon buildup on direct-injection engines: rough idle and lost power — walnut blasting service ~$400–600
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