2017 VW Jetta Towing Capacity

Trim	Engine/Transmission	Braked Towing Capacity
118 TSI Comfortline	1.4-liter petrol/gasoline, 7-speed automatic direct-shift	1400kg / 3,086lb~
118 TSI Highline	1.4-liter petrol/gasoline, 7-speed automatic direct-shift	1400kg / 3,086lb~
118 TSI Trendline	1.4-liter petrol/gasoline, 6-speed manual	1400kg / 3,086lb~
118 TSI Trendline	1.4-liter petrol/gasoline, 7-speed automatic direct-shift	1400kg / 3,086lb~
155 TSI Highline Sport	2-liter petrol/gasoline, 6-speed automatic direct-shift	1400kg / 3,086lb~

How much can the 2017 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".