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Used Volkswagen Jetta for Sale near Los Angeles, CA

388 results
Los Angeles, CA
2020 Volkswagen Jetta R-Line FWD STG Auto Group of Bellflower

2020 Volkswagen Jetta

R-Line FWD

22,251 miles

$16,888

Good Deal
Bellflower, CA
13 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
35 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
Manual
Mileage:
22,251
Stock number:
P75461A
VIN:
3VWCB7BU5LM018427

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2025 Volkswagen Jetta S FWD

2025 Volkswagen Jetta

S FWD

13,490 miles

$18,998

Fair Deal
City Of Industry, CA
18 mi away
Year:
2025
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
1.5L I4
Exterior color:
Pure White
Combined gas mileage:
34 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
13,490
Stock number:
P3996
VIN:
3VW5X7BU4SM059978

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2020 Volkswagen Jetta R-Line FWD

2020 Volkswagen Jetta

R-Line FWD

51,489 miles

$15,890

Good Deal
Costa Mesa, CA
33 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Silver
Combined gas mileage:
35 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
51,489
Stock number:
23543
VIN:
3VWCB7BU7LM049324

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2019 Volkswagen Jetta SEL Premium FWD

2019 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL Premium FWD

95,036 miles

$12,939

Great Deal
El Monte, CA
12 mi away
Year:
2019
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Pyrite Silver Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
35 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Titan Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
95,036
Stock number:
P10413
VIN:
3VWG57BUXKM247368

2014 Volkswagen Jetta S

2014 Volkswagen Jetta

S

94,621 miles

$7,995

Fair Deal
Westminster, CA
25 mi away
Year:
2014
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Exterior color:
Black
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
94,621
Stock number:
369764
VIN:
3VW2K7AJ5EM369764

2025 Volkswagen Jetta SEL FWD

2025 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL FWD

2,654 miles

$24,646

Good Deal
Certified Pre-Owned
Cerritos, CA
15 mi away
Year:
2025
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
1.5L I4
Exterior color:
Opal White
Combined gas mileage:
34 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Grigio/Titan Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
2,654
Stock number:
C14605P
VIN:
3VWGX7BU8SM005317

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2019 Volkswagen Jetta

S FWD

68,730 miles

$11,888

Good Deal
Montclair, CA
32 mi away
Year:
2019
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
35 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
68,730
Stock number:
X04967
VIN:
3VWC57BU8KM056692

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2021 Volkswagen Jetta

S FWD

22,477 miles

$15,498

Good Deal
Certified Pre-Owned
Glendale, CA
6 mi away
Year:
2021
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Mileage:
22,477
Stock number:
U8316
VIN:
3VWC57BU3MM088291

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2021 Volkswagen Jetta

S FWD

57,507 miles

$12,999

Great Deal
Santa Ana, CA
30 mi away
Year:
2021
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Silk Blue Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
34 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Titan Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
57,507
Stock number:
MM018620
VIN:
3VWC57BU9MM018620

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2020 Volkswagen Jetta

R-Line FWD

51,489 miles

$15,890

Good Deal
Costa Mesa, CA
33 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Silver
Combined gas mileage:
35 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Gray
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
51,489
Stock number:
23543
VIN:
3VWCB7BU7LM049324

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2019 Volkswagen Jetta

S FWD

72,809 miles

$12,995

Good Deal
Woodland Hills, CA
22 mi away
Year:
2019
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Silver Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
35 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
72,809
Stock number:
W5977
VIN:
3VWC57BU3KM196598

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2021 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL Premium FWD

35,070 miles

$18,345

Great Deal
Ontario, CA
40 mi away
Year:
2021
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Pure White
Combined gas mileage:
34 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
35,070
Stock number:
VW2108
VIN:
3VWG57BU3MM081746

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2016 Volkswagen Jetta

1.8T SEL FWD

69,381 miles

$11,595

Fair Deal
Pasadena, CA
8 mi away
Year:
2016
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
170 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Black Uni
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Titan Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
69,381
Stock number:
16P04331
VIN:
3VWL17AJ1GM204367

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2020 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL Premium FWD

47,903 miles

$16,999

Good Deal
Fontana, CA
47 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
35 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Tan)
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
47,903
Stock number:
AF100630
VIN:
3VWG57BU2LM092168

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2019 Volkswagen Jetta

SE FWD

58,746 miles

$12,451

Good Deal
Anaheim, CA
27 mi away
Year:
2019
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
White Silver Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
35 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Titan Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
58,746
Stock number:
B06844
VIN:
3VWC57BU7KM106837

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2024 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL FWD

5,335 miles

$22,998

Good Deal
Certified Pre-Owned
Glendale, CA
6 mi away
Year:
2024
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
1.5L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
34 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Mileage:
5,335
Stock number:
U8319
VIN:
3VWGM7BUXRM027886

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2025 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL FWD

8,272 miles

$23,999

Good Deal
City Of Industry, CA
18 mi away
Year:
2025
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
1.5L I4
Exterior color:
Silver Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
34 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
8,272
Stock number:
P3989L
VIN:
3VWGX7BUXSM069911

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2025 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL FWD

6,416 miles

$23,998

Good Deal
City Of Industry, CA
18 mi away
Year:
2025
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
1.5L I4
Exterior color:
Opal White Pearl
Combined gas mileage:
34 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Grigio/Titan Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
6,416
Stock number:
P3951L
VIN:
3VWGX7BUXSM046001

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2024 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL FWD

21,668 miles

$21,995

Good Deal
Glendale, CA
6 mi away
Year:
2024
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
1.5L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
34 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
21,668
Stock number:
005409
VIN:
3VWGM7BU9RM005409

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2019 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL FWD

60,357 miles

$13,488

Good Deal
Bellflower, CA
13 mi away
Year:
2019
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
147 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
35 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
60,357
Stock number:
X00356A
VIN:
3VWE57BU2KM097991

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2017 Volkswagen Jetta

1.4T S FWD

47,300 miles

$11,990

Fair Deal
Santa Ana, CA
32 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
150 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
33 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
47,300
Stock number:
389360
VIN:
3VW2B7AJ9HM389360

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2015 Volkswagen Jetta

SE

86,000 miles

$8,499

Good Deal
Costa Mesa, CA
32 mi away
Year:
2015
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
170 hp 1.8L I4
Exterior color:
Brown
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Tan)
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
86,000
Stock number:
3985
VIN:
3VWD17AJ5FM273985

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2025 Volkswagen Jetta

SE FWD

16,783 miles

$19,246

Fair Deal
Riverside, CA
48 mi away
Year:
2025
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
1.5L I4
Exterior color:
Gray
Combined gas mileage:
34 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
16,783
Stock number:
79296
VIN:
3VW7X7BU0SM050042

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Picture of 1981 Volkswagen Jetta Still just dipping its toe into the economy compact sedan market, the 1981 Volkswagen Jetta was proving to be more popular than its hatchback cousin, the Golf. Based on the same platform, its distinguishing feature seems to be the huge trunk, and its appeal in the U.S. probably stemmed from the fact that a sedan looks more versatile (as either a personal or family car) and sophisticated than a hatchback. New in the 1981 Jetta 2-door coupe and 4-door sedan was an engine boost from 1.6-liters to 1.7-liters and 90 lb-ft of torque. With the 5-speed manual transmission, the car reached 74-hp. A 50-hp diesel engine was optional, as was a 3-speed automatic. The interior was fairly austere, with most features only available as options, but the Jetta's purpose was function over form. Owners say their 20-something-year-old Jettas are still running almost as well as when they first bought them, with a durable engine and rust-free exterior built to last. They give the large trunk, crisp handling, and great fuel economy high marks. The 1981 Jetta gets complaints about its plainness and lack of engine power, particularly when going up hills with the automatic.

3.7 Overall rating

(6 reviews)
Stefan M
1.0
Reviewed a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta on Mar 01, 2009

Not sure about the year, I only had it for two years and it was one of those cars you'll never get attached to. It did its job I suppose, but boy was it ugly, A Golf with a trunk attached as after thought. Not VW's finest, that's for sure.

Jeremy H
5.0
Reviewed a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta on Jun 03, 2010

Performance: It's a diesel, what performance? Handles like its on rails. Build: tons of squeaks and rattles, but 30 years and 900k kms its doing alright. Appearance: Love the styling of early 80's Germans Cost of ownership: Stupid cheap repairs, do all the work myself. 50mpg Fun Factor: Hell yes its fun to drive, its a DIESEL!

Anonymous
3.0
Reviewed a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta on Feb 24, 2009

I work in the petroleum industry in Canada and take this car off road quite a bit down logging traiis. I now own a pickup for work, but; this car has endured so much for rough roads and I received it quite used and it still holds. The mechanical diesel engine is easy to repair and runs like a top, not necessarily good for racing, but INCREDIBLY economical on fuel and the engine is reliable. The only quandary about the car's mechanical system is the cable breaks, I had a couple of issues with the break line being tight, they still functioned, but gave fair warning of any potential failures. The door handles feel a bit cheap and same with some of the interior.

Bas D
4.0
Reviewed a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta on May 17, 2011

Old 1.6 diesel, it's not fast but that doesn't matter. It's real fun to drive, low and slow ;) Starts al the time, it's just a rock solid Volkswagen Jetta mk1. Many things coming for it, just wait and see! If you have tips or ideas let me know ;)

Anonymous
2.0
Reviewed a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta on Jun 04, 2008

its quite nice on fuel. thats about it!

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