Used Volkswagen Jetta Prices by Year
As of October 2026, a used Volkswagen Jetta typically lists for $15,330 in the US. Depending on model year, typical asking prices run from $4,095 for a 2006 to $23,999 for a 2026 — every figure below is a national median of 9,210 live listings, not a book value, and the Jetta steps down a median 11.1% per model year of age.
Volkswagen Jetta price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Most listings fall between | Avg mileage | EPA combined | NCAP | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $23,999 | $21,395 – $27,422 | 8,033 mi | 33–34 MPG | 5★ | 441 |
| 2025 | $19,995 | $17,984 – $22,995 | 37,224 mi | 33 MPG | 5★ | 1,759 |
| 2024 | $18,558 | $16,525 – $21,492 | 47,034 mi | 33–34 MPG | 5★ | 1,342 |
| 2023 | $19,854 | $16,839 – $22,872 | 37,978 mi | 33–35 MPG | 5★ | 417 |
| 2022 | $17,955 | $15,494 – $20,998 | 56,209 mi | 33–35 MPG | 5★ | 205 |
| 2021 | $15,330 | $11,937 – $18,987 | 73,245 mi | 33–34 MPG | 5★ | 314 |
| 2020 | $15,488 | $10,626 – $18,998 | 78,059 mi | 28–34 MPG | 5★ | 393 |
| 2019 | $13,355 | $9,300 – $17,497 | 88,382 mi | 34 MPG | 5★ | 1,327 |
| 2018 | $11,490 | $7,994 – $15,647 | 90,331 mi | 27–33 MPG | 5★ | 129 |
| 2017 | $10,427 | $6,900 – $14,792 | 99,891 mi | 27–33 MPG | 5★ | 587 |
| 2016 | $8,985 | $6,000 – $12,998 | 107,993 mi | 27–44 MPG | 5★ | 457 |
| 2015 | $7,990 | $5,350 – $11,995 | 114,934 mi | 26–44 MPG | 5★ | 446 |
| 2014 | $7,495 | $4,995 – $10,244 | 115,700 mi | 25–44 MPG | 5★ | 500 |
| 2013 | $6,999 | $4,499 – $9,995 | 121,300 mi | 25–44 MPG | 4★ | 338 |
| 2012 | $5,999 | $4,062 – $9,600 | 125,414 mi | 25–32 MPG | 4★ | 189 |
| 2011 | $5,990 | $3,495 – $7,997 | 136,811 mi | 25–32 MPG | 4★ | 137 |
| 2010 | $5,495 | $3,500 – $7,316 | 136,011 mi | 25–32 MPG | — | 77 |
| 2009 | $4,546 | $3,045 – $7,744 | 143,819 mi | 24–32 MPG | — | 56 |
| 2008 | $4,824 | $2,897 – $7,336 | 136,389 mi | 24–25 MPG | — | 37 |
| 2007 | $4,795 | $3,129 – $6,356 | 135,869 mi | 22–25 MPG | — | 25 |
| 2006 | $4,095 | $2,603 – $8,586 | 138,148 mi | 22–33 MPG | — | 34 |
“Typical price” is the national median asking price; the range covers the middle 80% of listings (10th–90th percentile), so it excludes teaser and outlier prices on both ends.
Cheapest Volkswagen Jetta
The cheapest quotable model year is the 2006, typically listing for $4,095 (most between $2,603 and $8,586) with an average odometer of 138,148 miles. Among recent model years, the least-expensive common trim is the S at a typical $19,413. Before chasing the lowest price, weigh mileage against a one-year-newer car — each model year of age saves a median 11.1%, and the per-year table above shows where the price-per-mile balance is best. See the cheapest Volkswagen Jetta listings for sale →
Most expensive Volkswagen Jetta
The priciest used model year is the 2026 at a typical $23,999 (most between $21,395 and $27,422). The most expensive common trim is the SEL, typically $25,276 — a $5,863 spread over the base S within the same nameplate.
Volkswagen Jetta price by trim (last 4 model years)
The trim changes the price more than a model year does: the cheapest common trim, the S, typically lists for $19,413; the priciest, the SEL, for $25,276. The SE is what the used market mostly stocks — 46.3% of trim-labeled listings, while the SPORT SPORT (AQ301 TRANS) is the rarest quotable trim at 3.0%.
| Trim | Typical price | Most listings fall between | Share of listings | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEMost popular | $20,767 | $18,359 – $24,389 | 46.3% | 34,196 mi |
| SPORT | $20,174 | $18,068 – $24,498 | 27.6% | 29,740 mi |
| SCheapest | $19,413 | $17,496 – $22,995 | 19.8% | 33,236 mi |
| SELPriciest | $25,276 | $21,082 – $29,468 | 3.4% | 20,925 mi |
| SPORT SPORT (AQ301 TRANS) | $19,984 | $18,003 – $21,996 | 3.0% | 28,567 mi |
Share = portion of the model's trim-labeled used listings from the last 4 model years — a supply-side popularity signal. Trims with fewer than 25 live cars are not quoted.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Volkswagen Jetta cost?
As of October 2026, a used Volkswagen Jetta typically lists for $15,330 nationally. Depending on model year, typical prices run from $4,095 (2006) to $23,999 (2026), based on 9,210 live listings.
How much is a 2026 Volkswagen Jetta?
A used 2026 Volkswagen Jetta typically lists for $23,999, with most asking prices between $21,395 and $27,422. Average odometer reading is 8,033 miles.
What's the cheapest year of the Volkswagen Jetta worth looking at?
The 2006 model year is the least expensive quotable year at a typical $4,095 — but compare its mileage (138,148 miles on average) and per-year table above before deciding; a newer year at a small premium often carries far fewer miles.
How fast does the Volkswagen Jetta depreciate?
Across adjacent model years currently on the market, the Jetta steps down a median 11.1% per model year of age — e.g. moving one year older typically saves about that share of the price.
How much does the trim change a used Jetta's price?
A lot: over the last 4 model years, the cheapest common trim (S) typically lists for $19,413 while the priciest (SEL) runs $25,276 — a $5,863 spread within the same nameplate. The most common trim on the used market is the SE (46.3% of trim-labeled listings) at a typical $20,767.
How much is a used 2025 Volkswagen Jetta?
A used 2025 Volkswagen Jetta typically lists for $19,995, with most asking prices between $17,984 and $22,995; average odometer is 37,224 miles (1,759 for sale).
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