2017 Volkswagen Jetta

I honestly don't know how much I need to say here. It's a Volkswagen. It's a Jetta. One of the most sensible cars you can buy if reliability, affordability and fuel economy are anywhere near the top of your priority list.

There is a reason South Africans have loved Volkswagens for generations. They simply work. They are comfortable, inexpensive to run, easy to live with and built to handle everyday life without making a fuss. The Jetta takes everything people love about the Golf and packages it into a practical sedan with one of the biggest boots in its class. If you've got luggage, work equipment, kids or simply like having space, you'll appreciate it every single day.

What impressed us most about this one is just how well it has been looked after. Yes, the mileage is higher than some, but spend five minutes around the car and you'll immediately understand why it earned a place on our showroom floor. It is incredibly clean, drives exactly the way it should, and has a Full Volkswagen Service History backing it up. That combination is becoming surprisingly difficult to find.

Whether you're buying your first car, looking for an incredibly dependable Uber vehicle, or simply want a comfortable daily commuter that won't empty your wallet every month, this Jetta makes complete sense. The 1.4 TSI offers the perfect balance between performance and efficiency, while the DSG gearbox keeps everything smooth and effortless.

These cars have earned their reputation over many years, and examples like this are exactly why. Honest, dependable motoring with the right history, the right condition and the right price.

Finding a Jetta this well cared for isn't easy anymore. That's exactly why it's sitting on our floor.

What makes this car special

Excellent Condition
Full Volkswagen Service History
16" alloys
Front & Rear PDC
Bluetooth phone integration
6.5" Composition Media colour touch screen
Diamo fabric seat trim
Hill Hold Assist
Climatic manual Aircon
Electric windows
8-speaker sound system
Leather multi-function steering wheel
Electrically adjustable heated mirrors
Sport mode
Servotronic power steering
Electronic Brake-force Distribution
Electronic Differential Lock
ISOFIX

Vehicle and engine specs

Engine: 1.4L i4 Turbo Petrol
Power: 92 KW
Torque: 200 Nm
Transmission: 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic
0–100 km/h: 9.6 seconds
Top Speed: 206 km/h
Front Wheel Drive
Fuel Tank: 55 litres
Average fuel economy: 5.2L/100km

What was wrong when we bought her

Interior:
Driver seat panels replaced
Driver seat rubber replaced

Exterior:
Front bumper and left front fender resprayed for scratches and stone chips
Mechanically, nothing needed to be done

Mechanical:
Nothing needed to be done

Service history
Full Volkswagen Service History

This one won't be around for long; I can almost guarantee it. If you've been waiting for a clean Jetta with the right history and in exceptional condition, don't wait too long.

Well-maintained Volkswagens like this are becoming harder and harder to find, and once they're gone, they're usually gone for good.

Keep well, see you soon.