2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid gets an EPA-estimated 42/48 MPG (city/highway) and 44 MPG combined, with an estimated $1,750/year fuel cost and 200 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.4 L 4-cyl.
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid with the 1.4-liter 4-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 42 MPG in the city and 48 MPG on the highway, for a combined 44 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1.4 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Compact Cars |
| MPG — city | 42 |
| MPG — highway | 48 |
| MPG — combined | 44 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $1,750 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 200 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 9/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 44 MPG, the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid sits in the very good range for fuel economy. That is about 73% better than the typical Compact Cars of its era (25 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $1,750 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. Over five years that is roughly $8,750 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid emits approximately 200 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 9 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.