1986 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA — window sticker

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1986 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
Sedan/Saloon · 2-door · Diesel
VIN WVWCG0161GW587263
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: WOLFSBURG, GERMANY

Powertrain & mechanical

  • Engine4-cyl, 1.6 L
  • Horsepower52 hp
  • GVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Standard safety equipment

Body & dimensions

  • Body styleSedan/Saloon
  • Doors2
  • Engine builderVWoA

Safety recalls (3)

  • Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:heater core
  • Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

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EPA Fuel Economy and Environment
35combined
MPG
31 city
40 highway
Annual fuel cost
$2,250
You spend $250 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
CO2 290 g/mi

variant selected manually. Cost assumes 15,000 mi/yr at current EPA fuel prices (regular $4.15/gal). Actual results will vary. Source: fueleconomy.gov

GOVERNMENT 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS

This vehicle has not been rated by the government (NHTSA), or ratings could not be matched to this year/make/model.

Star ratings range from 1 to 5 stars (★★★★★) with 5 being the highest. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nhtsa.gov
Vehicle data: NHTSA vPIC · EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA safety ratings & recalls · Jul 5, 2026 · vincheck.me

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