Volkswagen Jetta Maintenance Costs
A Volkswagen Jetta will cost about $5,943 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This beats the industry average for popular sedan models by $18. There is also a 16.86% chance that a Jetta will require a major repair during that time. This is 0.05% worse than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
An extended warranty is optional but recommended.
$1,876
Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.
This is less than the industry average for popular Sedan models by $5,941.
5%
Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.
This is 17% better than similar vehicles in this segment.
Warranty Score:
Volkswagen Jetta
A higher score reflects a more reliable car, meaning the likelihood and cost of repairs is lower.
This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.
Get QuoteVolkswagen Jetta Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.74% | $241 |
| 2 | 2.89% | $283 |
| 3 | 3.24% | $350 |
| 4 | 5.72% | $457 |
| 5 | 8.19% | $545 |
| 6 | 9.21% | $684 |
| 7 | 9.94% | $791 |
| 8 | 12.85% | $833 |
| 9 | 14.20% | $861 |
| 10 | 16.86% | $898 |
| 11 | 26.12% | $953 |
| 12 | 32.49% | $1,038 |
Volkswagen Jetta Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 10,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Change Oil and Filter |
| 20,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Fuel Filter Replacement, Brake System Flush, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 30,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter |
| 40,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 50,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter |
| 60,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 70,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter |
| 80,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 90,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter |
| 100,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter, Fuel Filter Replacement, Brake System Flush |
| 110,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter |
| 120,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 130,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Brake System Flush, Replace Timing Belt, Water Pump Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 140,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter, Fuel Filter Replacement, Brake System Flush |
| 150,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter |
What About Volkswagen Jetta Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a Volkswagen Jetta is about $2,477 per year. This adds up to around $12,385 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Volkswagen Jetta. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
Volkswagen Jetta Maintenance Rankings
We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Maintenance. See where the Volkswagen Jetta ranks for Maintenance compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the Jetta stacks up in our rankings for Depreciation, Insurance and Overall Costs.
Other Volkswagen Jetta Costs of Ownership
Finding a car or truck that saves on maintenance costs is important. But, it's also imperative to view all major Volkswagen Jetta costs. This will ensure that you are finding the vehicle that provides you the best value, at the lowest cost. We've created tools that will also help you to save on the following ownership expenses:
Volkswagen Jettas For Sale
2021 Volkswagen Jetta S
$16,490
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SE
$6,653
2023 Volkswagen Jetta Sport
$19,535
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