2004 Volkswagen Jetta
2004 · Fourth generation
Catalog figures for this model year. Ratings vary by configuration.
Quick facts
Capability
Towing
2,000 lb
Payload
930–1,014 lb
Curb weight
2,895–3,179 lb
Horsepower
100–200 hp
Efficiency
MPG city
21–38 mpg
Fuel tank
14.5 gal
Fitment
Bolt pattern
5x100
Engines
2.0 ATM, 2.8L ACK, AEB 1.8T, ATD
Configurations
13
Complaints in dataset
228
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Capability
These figures are manufacturer ratings stored on 13 catalog configurations. Optional factory tow packages are often missing from this table. Every stored rating in this year falls in a tight band — do not treat 2,000 lb as a complete model maximum. Confirm the door jamb and owner’s manual for the vehicle you have.
Size & fitment
Maintenance
Oil Capacity
Capacity by engine
Wiper Sizes
Driver / passenger / rear
Bulb Sizes
Position chart
Fuses
Stored diagrams
Owner Complaints
228 complaint records in our dataset — not a failure rate.
Parts and modifications
Real builds
- 2004 · 8.0×18 · 225/40R18
- 2004 · 8.0×18 · 225/40R18
- 2004 · 8.0×17 10 mm · 205/45R17
- 2004 · 8.0×17 5 mm · 215/45R17
Build rows are stored Modified1 projects mapped to this model year. Empty fields were not logged.