From the iSeeCars Longest Lasting Cars Study
How long does a Volkswagen Jetta last?
5.1% of Volkswagen Jettas reach 250,000 miles. That is 0.9 times the 5.4% average for every vehicle on the road, so it falls below the line Caboose uses for the cars it lists.
No mile ratingBelow the 5.4% average
5.1%reach 250,000 miles
15%of the 67 ranked models have lower odds
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Model years with known problems
- 2015–2020 2.0T EA888 engine. Water pump and thermostat housing leaks and intake valve carbon buildup are routine maintenance items rather than surprises on these engines, and both are expensive when they land.
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These reach 250,000 miles far more often:
Source: iSeeCars Longest Lasting Cars Study, published September 15, 2026, more than 395 million vehicles.