2008 VW Jetta Towing Capacity
Trim | Engine/Transmission | Braked Towing Capacity |
2.0 TDI | 2-liter turbodiesel, 6-speed manual | 1400kg / 3,086lb~ |
2.0 TDI | 2-liter turbodiesel, 6-speed automatic direct-shift | 1400kg / 3,086lb~ |
2.0 FSI | 2-liter petrol/gasoline, 6-speed manual | 1400kg / 3,086lb~ |
2.0 FSI | 2-liter petrol/gasoline, 6-speed automatic Tiptronic | 1400kg / 3,086lb~ |
2.0 Turbo FSI | 2-liter petrol/gasoline, 6-speed automatic direct-shift | 1400kg / 3,086lb~ |
How much can the 2008 VW Jetta tow?
As you can see from the table of towing capacity readings above, all of the trims that are mentioned can tow a braked trailer up to 1400kg (or 3,086lb~).
What does braked towing capacity mean?
When the manufacturer states that a towing capacity is "braked" they are referring to brakes being fitted to the trailer that the car is towing.
At least one of the axles on the trailer that the vehicle is towing must have brakes fitted and controlled by the car if they describe the capacity as "braked".
VW Jetta
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen
- Model: VW Jetta
For the 2008 model year VW Jetta we have found 5 trims and their corresponding recommended towing capacities.