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VW Jetta generations and tyre sizes

Jetta

I

1979 – 1984
Petrol, Diesel37–82 kW (50–111 PS)Manual
Jetta

II

1984 – 1987
Diesel, Petrol40–82 kW (54–111 PS)Manual
Jetta

II (1. Facelift)

1987 – 1991
Diesel, Petrol40–102 kW (54–139 PS)Manual
Jetta III

III

2005 – 2010
Petrol, Diesel75–147 kW (102–200 PS)Automatic / Manual
Jetta

IV

2011 – 2014
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid77–155 kW (105–211 PS)Manual / Automatic
Jetta

IV (1. Facelift)

2014 – 2016
Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid77–125 kW (105–170 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the VW Jetta in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10) and Continental Premiumcontact 7 (rated 9.8/10). The VW Jetta uses 12 tyre sizes across 6 generations. The Hankook Ventus Evo excels in Dry performance while the Continental Premiumcontact 7 stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Summer tyres for VW Jetta - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for VW Jetta

Best tyres for VW Jetta by category

Best for dry
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.2/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
9.1/10
Best for comfort
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.1/10
Best for noise
Michelin Primacy 5
9.0/10
Best overall
Hankook Ventus Evo
9.9/10

Tyre comparison for VW Jetta

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Ventus Evo9.99.09.18.88.6Premium54%
2Continental Premiumcontact 79.88.98.96.76.9Premium100%
3Dunlop Blue Response TG9.8----Premium118%
4Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 69.48.59.18.17.4Premium81%
5Pirelli P ZERO PZ48.98.57.97.87.6Premium63%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for VW Jetta?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for VW Jetta are: Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Continental Premiumcontact 7 (9.8/10), Dunlop Blue Response TG (9.8/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit VW Jetta?
The VW Jetta uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 155/65 R13, 175/70 R13, 185/60 R14, 185/55 R15, 195/65 R15, 205/60 R15, 205/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 225/40 R18, 205/50 R17, 225/50 R17.
How many generations does the VW Jetta have?
The VW Jetta has 6 generations, from 1979 to 2014.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for VW Jetta?
For wet road performance on VW Jetta, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10) And Hankook Ventus Evo (9.0/10).
Are Hankook Ventus Evo good for VW Jetta?
Yes, the Hankook Ventus Evo is the top-rated tyre for VW Jetta with a rating of 9.9/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 54% of VW Jetta tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for VW Jetta?
To choose the right tyres for VW Jetta: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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