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Used Volkswagen Jetta for Sale near California

390 results
Los Angeles, CA
2017 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T S FWD Rock Honda

2017 Volkswagen Jetta

1.4T S FWD

149,594 miles

$5,895

Fair Deal
Fontana, CA
46 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
150 hp 1.4L I4
Combined gas mileage:
33 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Titan Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
149,594
Stock number:
HM226231A
VIN:
3VW2B7AJ6HM226231

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2025 Volkswagen Jetta SE FWD

2025 Volkswagen Jetta

SE FWD

14,427 miles

$19,748

Good 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:
14,427
Stock number:
79317
VIN:
3VW7X7BU3SM037916

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2025 Volkswagen Jetta SE FWD

2025 Volkswagen Jetta

SE FWD

16,268 miles

$19,354

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:
16,268
Stock number:
79358
VIN:
3VW7X7BU0SM050641

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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

2023 Volkswagen Jetta 1.5T Sport FWD

2023 Volkswagen Jetta

1.5T Sport FWD

14,779 miles

$17,485

Great Deal
Los Angeles, CA
2 mi away
Year:
2023
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
1.5L I4
Exterior color:
Platinum Gray Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
36 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Titan Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
14,779
Stock number:
V5080027-1
VIN:
3VWBM7BU0PM036944

2013 Volkswagen Jetta SE

2013 Volkswagen Jetta

SE

14,624 miles

$9,952

Fair Deal
Valencia, CA
31 mi away
Year:
2013
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
170 hp 2.5L I5
Exterior color:
Reflex Silver Meta
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Titan Black
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
14,624
Stock number:
DM288047
VIN:
3VWDP7AJ9DM288047

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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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2021 Volkswagen Jetta

S FWD

22,477 miles

$15,498

Great 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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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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2025 Volkswagen Jetta

SE FWD

19,651 miles

$18,999

Good Deal
Norwalk, 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:
White
Combined gas mileage:
34 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
19,651
Stock number:
54-2996
VIN:
3VW5X7BU8SM036526

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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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2021 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL Premium FWD

35,070 miles

$18,495

Good 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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2020 Volkswagen Jetta

R-Line FWD

51,489 miles

$15,990

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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2020 Volkswagen Jetta

SEL Premium FWD

47,903 miles

$16,999

Great 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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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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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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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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2023 Volkswagen Jetta

1.5T SE FWD

15,230 miles

$18,999

Good Deal
City Of Industry, CA
18 mi away
Year:
2023
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
1.5L I4
Exterior color:
Rising Blue Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
36 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Titan Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
15,230
Stock number:
P3944
VIN:
3VW7M7BU4PM015729

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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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2010 Volkswagen Jetta

SE

64,803 miles

$7,499

Fair Deal
Huntington Beach, CA
29 mi away
Year:
2010
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
170 hp 2.5L I5
Exterior color:
White
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Beige)
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Mileage:
64,803
Stock number:
3507
VIN:
3VWRZ7AJ1AM163507

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2016 Volkswagen Jetta

1.4T SE FWD

131,555 miles

$6,494

Fair Deal
Valencia, CA
31 mi away
Year:
2016
Make:
Volkswagen
Model:
Jetta
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive
Engine:
150 hp 1.4L I4
Exterior color:
Silk Blue Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
33 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
2-Tone Black/Ceramique
Transmission:
6-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
131,555
Stock number:
6N3785A
VIN:
3VWD67AJ6GM249200

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2019 Volkswagen Jetta

SE FWD

54,986 miles

$13,668

Good Deal
Certified Pre-Owned
Glendale, CA
5 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:
Pure White
Combined gas mileage:
35 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Dark Beige)
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
54,986
Stock number:
P00004
VIN:
3VWC57BU5KM005392

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2024 Volkswagen Jetta

SE FWD

36,974 miles

$17,977

Good Deal
Garden Grove, CA
25 mi away
Year:
2024
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
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
8-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
36,974
Stock number:
K009183
VIN:
3VWEM7BUXRM041388

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Picture of 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Volkswagen made a few adjustments to its Jetta lineup for 1997. Gone was the Wolfsburg Edition, while new to the lineup was the Jetta Jazz, which was geared toward music enthusiasts and equipped with special upholstery and an upgraded sound system with a CD changer. Similarly, the Jetta Trek was aimed at biking enthusiasts, and came with a roof-mounted bike rack, special cloth seats and instrument gauges, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and foglights. A sporty Jetta GT was also added. Still in the lineup were the stalwarts of the Jetta lineup, including the Jetta GL and the Jetta GLS, both powered by a 115-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine linked to a five-speed manual transmission, which was standard. The entry-level GL package came with bucket seats, dual airbags, power brakes, power steering, power door locks, tilt steering, and an anti-theft alarm system, while the GLS added cruise control, power heated mirrors, air conditioning, and power windows. Also available were the Jetta TDI turbodiesel and the Jetta GLX, which was equipped with a 172-horsepower, 2.8-liter V6 engine and came with a full range of standard features, including a sunroof and anti-lock brakes. Leather seats were optional. Drivers had mixed opinions of the 1997 Jetta. Some offered high praise for the car, citing its roominess, reliability, handling, and performance as positive points. Others were less than enthusiastic about their cars, noting a lack of quality and the need for numerous repairs.

4.4 Overall rating

(82 reviews)
Tim M
5.0
Reviewed a 1997 Volkswagen GL on Oct 16, 2009

Performance- From factory: nothing to brag about. Great low end torque. Good gas mileage, VERY dependable. Build Quality- Its a VW, so its got its quirks, but a well built car IMHO Appearance- The Mark 3 Golf/Jettas are one of my favorite generations of VWs design history. Stays true to previous generations "look". Everything else afterwards was a big change Cost of Ownership- Get past maintenance, and its pretty cheap to own. Low insurance rates, and great MPG Fun Factor- My favorite car I've owned so far... ad some mild mods to it, and its a blast to drive.

Adam B
4.0
Reviewed a 1997 Volkswagen Jazz on Sep 30, 2008

The jetta is pretty simple- no power windows- and not very powerful, but it has been reliable so far, is very sturdy even after11 years, and is running great at 132,000. It's great to have a small, reliable car that get's great mileage (30mpg in the suburbs) but is somewhat unique. It isn't the fastest, prettiest, or coolest car I've ever seen, but it has more personality than your average car.

Anonymous
5.0
Reviewed a 1997 Volkswagen GLX VR6 on Apr 12, 2012

Had 3 jettas GL, GL Trek and my current 97' Jetta GLX. Loved every single one. The VR6 has 250,000 miles, just did a tune up and it runs like new. This is a very smooth riding vehicle and I don't think I will ever buy another car besides a Jetta. Favorite car to drive. Has amazing features like heated seats, sun roof, power windows, door locks and mirrors. The car overall is just outstanding in quality for having 250,000 and being about 15 years old.

Mathew Z
4.0
Reviewed a 1997 Volkswagen GLX VR6 on Nov 20, 2011

I loved the look of the car when i first bought it. It had such an aggressive look to it. The seats are not comfortable when it comes to driving long trips.I just recently brought the car. The previous owner crashed it badly. So i took it from his hands took care of it. And now almost finished with the car making it 100% back to normal.The car was in the shop all month last Oct/2011 i had the clutch put in, coil pack and starter. The car runs new and feels like it runs stronger than before.The acceleration picks up very quick. Braking is very good, it would be better if i had premium padding but the slotted disk rotors are a plus. I love this car its so fun to drive. This car has a lot of potential the fastest i went with the few mods i have is 151mph. which is not bad at all.

Mathew M
4.0
Reviewed a 1997 Volkswagen GLX VR6 on Apr 01, 2010

This was a great, sporty German tuned compact sedan. This was simply wonderful. We got the car in 1999 and kept it well maintained right up until its death in June 2007. This car was fantastic to drive, handled like a dream with the stock sport-tuned suspension and the 2.8L VR6 was always sprited, sporty, and 'ready-to-go'

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