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2021 Nissan Altima
$16,901Median asking price · 777 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$14,900–$19,094
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2021 Volkswagen Jetta prices in the U.S.
$16,074
Median pre-owned asking price
359 pre-owned listings · Updated September 15, 2026
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National price overview
Typical asking price range
$14,598 – $18,498 All 512 listings · Middle 50% of asking pricesMedian asking price
$16,576Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.
As of September 15, 2026, the median asking price for a used 2021 Volkswagen Jetta in the U.S. is $16,074, based on 359 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
Behind the price
Price range & market sample
The median pre-owned asking price for a 2021 Volkswagen Jetta in the U.S. is $16,074 based on 359 pre-owned listings (of 512 total).
512 active dealer listings
Snapshot September 15, 2026 · refreshed daily
30-day asking price change: +$232.
Typical: $14,598–$18,498 — the middle half of 512 asking prices
Median $16,576
$9,995 low
$22K high
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.
$16,074
Pre-owned median (359)
68,400
Average mileage
What moves the price
Mileage
Asking prices run about $19,798 under 15K miles and fall to $11,995 over 105K miles — roughly $700 for every 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles; trim, condition and equipment also vary.
Observed spread: up to $7,803Location
Active-listing medians are $15,980 in California (49 active listings) and $17,562 in Pennsylvania (30 active listings). Mileage, trim and condition differ; this is not an estimate of savings from buying in another state.
Observed spread: up to $1,582About these price differences
The $14,598–$18,498 typical range isn't randomness — two factors explain most of it:
Biggest factor in these observed spreads: Mileage. These groups contain different vehicles.
Find your mileage and trim in the configurator below.
Configure the exact car
Choose a state and trim once to update the connected price tables and charts for a 2021 Volkswagen Jetta. Mileage adjusts the estimate only.
Total miles the car has already driven, as shown on its odometer.
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Estimated asking price · All trims
$16,576
$14,598
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$18,498
512 listings · Nationwide
ⓘ This is a modelled estimate based on current listings and market data. Actual prices may vary.
Estimate assumptions
at typical mileage, nationwide
Modelled from 512 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. An illustrative estimate from mixed listing groups, not matched vehicles. Not a formal appraisal.
Live 2021 Volkswagen Jetta listings, priced by VIN
Compared with all listings
All-listings median $16,576
2021 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim not specified
$9,699
VIN 3VWC57BU9MM055716
−$6,877 · vs all-listings median
2021 Volkswagen Jetta
Trim not specified
$10,777
VIN 3VWC57BU0MM026718
−$5,799 · vs all-listings median
2021 Volkswagen Jetta
SEL
$12,400
VIN 3VWE57BU5MM026142
−$4,176 · vs all-listings median
View 9 more priced VINs
- Trim not specified VIN 3VWN57BU9MM081855 $13,298 −$3,278 vs median
- Trim not specified VIN 3VWC57BU8MM022190 $13,999 −$2,577 vs median
- SEL VIN 3VWE57BU1MM088637 $15,453 −$1,123 vs median
- Trim not specified VIN 3VWC57BU6MM045113 $15,000 −$1,576 vs median
- Trim not specified VIN 3VWC57BUXMM025737 $15,495 −$1,081 vs median
- Trim not specified VIN 3VWC57BU9MM089722 $19,900 +$3,324 vs median
- Trim not specified VIN 3VWC57BUXMM072704 $16,499 −$77 vs median
- Trim not specified VIN 3VWC57BUXMM000501 $17,589 +$1,013 vs median
- Trim not specified VIN 3VWC57BU1MM008129 $18,750 +$2,174 vs median
Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.
Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2021 Volkswagen Jetta with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of September 14, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta in this catalog, the 2021 Nissan Kicks MPV has the lowest median asking price ($15,295, 451 listings with photos) and the 2021 Kia K5 the highest ($18,999, 638 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 14, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
Your comparison starting point
2021 Volkswagen Jetta
All trims · United States
The price overview above is this page’s reference figure. The comparison below uses its own catalog sample: 432 listings with photos, catalog median $16,550 (the baseline for the “lower/higher” badges).
Middle 50%: $14,599–$18,509
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$1,445 higher median
2021 Hyundai Sonata
$17,995Median asking price · 608 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$15,800–$19,998
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$1,255 lower median
2021 Nissan Kicks MPV
$15,295Median asking price · 451 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$12,990–$16,998
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual SV listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$2,449 higher median
2021 Kia K5
$18,999Median asking price · 638 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$16,247–$21,130
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual LXS listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$1,585 higher median
2021 Subaru Impreza
$18,135Median asking price · 160 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$15,874–$19,998
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No alternatives have a lower median in this selection. Broaden your filters or turn off “Lower median price only”.
Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Volkswagen Jetta All trims | see price overview above | $14,599–$18,509 | 432 |
| 2021 Nissan Altima All trims | $16,901 | $14,900–$19,094 | 777 |
| 2021 Hyundai Sonata All trims | $17,995 | $15,800–$19,998 | 608 |
| 2021 Nissan Kicks MPV All trims | $15,295 | $12,990–$16,998 | 451 |
| 2021 Kia K5 All trims | $18,999 | $16,247–$21,130 | 638 |
| 2021 Subaru Impreza All trims | $18,135 | $15,874–$19,998 | 160 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: September 14, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 6 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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2021 Volkswagen Jetta: a fair price for your mileage
Mileage means the miles recorded on the odometer. Compare asking prices in your mileage band, then select a trim — the equipment version — to narrow the comparison where data is available.
Across the national mileage bands, the overall difference is roughly $700 per 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles, not depreciation of the same car.
Region · trim United States · All trims
Active listings 512
Median asking price $16,576
Mileage means the total miles on the odometer. Each point shows the median asking price for a mileage band; shaded areas show the middle 50% of prices.
Swipe the chart horizontally to see every mileage band.
Counts cover the selected region and trim, including listings without usable mileage. Thin mileage bands and rare or unknown trims may be omitted from the chart.
View the full national mileage price table
| Mileage ⓘ | Based on ⓘ | Fair price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15K miles | 8 listings | $19,798 | $19K–$20K |
| 15K–30K miles | 30 listings | $19,612 | $18K–$21K |
| 30K–45K miles | 93 listings | $18,746 | $18K–$20K |
| 45K–60K miles | 101 listings | $17,988 | $17K–$19K |
| 60K–75K miles | 77 listings | $16,846 | $15K–$18K |
| 75K–90K miles | 78 listings | $15,430 | $14K–$16K |
| 90K–105K miles | 61 listings | $13,999 | $13K–$15K |
| Over 105K miles | 63 listings | $11,995 | $11K–$14K |
United States — all states. These bands combine different trims, conditions and listing histories. They do not hold trim or condition constant.
Trim-level pricing isn't reliable enough for this model yet — mileage and configuration explain most of the spread above.
Understand the differences
2021 Volkswagen Jetta: VIN configurations and specifications
Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.
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S / R-Line 1.4L 4-cyl · FWD VIN pattern: 3VWN57BU · year code M$16,911 Median asking price · U.S. 46 priced listings · September 13, 2026
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SEL Premium 1.4L 4-cyl · FWD VIN pattern: 3VWG57BU · year code M$19,662 Median asking price · U.S. 29 priced listings · September 13, 2026
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S / SE / R-Line 1.4L 4-cyl · FWD VIN pattern: 3VWC57BU · year code M$16,199 Median asking price · U.S. 352 priced listings · September 13, 2026
Where these specifications come from
Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.
Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.
FACTORY REFERENCE
2021 Volkswagen Jetta factory brochure
Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.
No verified factory brochure is currently listed for this exact model year.
Need equipment for a specific vehicle? Look up its factory window sticker →
Price history
Change state or trim for this report →
View national price history · all trims
Median asking price by month — U.S., all trims · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)
The median listing price for a 2021 Volkswagen Jetta is $16,996 (September 2026) — up 1.1% from $16,809 in September 2025.
Monthly price table
| Month | Median price | Typical range | Vehicles listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | $16,996 | $15K–$19K | 460 |
| August 2026 | $16,891 | $15K–$19K | 745 |
| July 2026 | $17,095 | $15K–$19K | 799 |
| June 2026 | $16,879 | $15K–$19K | 707 |
| May 2026 | $16,894 | $15K–$19K | 683 |
| April 2026 | $16,900 | $15K–$19K | 658 |
| March 2026 | $16,500 | $15K–$18K | 898 |
| February 2026 | $16,298 | $15K–$18K | 838 |
| January 2026 | $15,995 | $14K–$18K | 849 |
| December 2025 | $15,905 | $14K–$18K | 692 |
| November 2025 | $16,000 | $14K–$18K | 528 |
| October 2025 | $16,950 | $15K–$19K | 480 |
| September 2025 | $16,809 | $15K–$19K | 207 |
2021 Volkswagen Jetta prices by state
See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2021 Volkswagen Jetta for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.
United States · all trims · snapshot September 15, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.
Explore 42 more state markets
Alabama
Typical asking price
$16,806
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 53
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Idaho
Typical asking price
$16,246
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 26
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Iowa
Typical asking price
$15,709
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 28
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Mississippi
Typical asking price
$16,392
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 22
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Nebraska
Typical asking price
$16,070
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 18
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
New Mexico
Typical asking price
$16,917
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 28
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Connecticut
Typical asking price
$17,527
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 50
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Delaware
Typical asking price
$17,036
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 16
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Alaska
Typical asking price
$17,194
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Kentucky
Typical asking price
$16,922
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 32
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Maine
Typical asking price
$16,968
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 22
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Arkansas
Typical asking price
$16,998
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 15
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Kansas
Typical asking price
$16,950
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 29
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
New Hampshire
Typical asking price
$16,975
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 21
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Vermont
Typical asking price
$13,995
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
West Virginia
Typical asking price
$15,732
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 8
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Montana
Typical asking price
$13,983
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Rhode Island
Typical asking price
$18,498
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 6
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Wyoming
Typical asking price
$15,844
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
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Listed this year counts every 2021 Volkswagen Jetta first listed in 2026 (sold and active), with currently active cars as a floor. Typical price is the median of each car's latest asking price — or the average of active listings where this-year data is thin.
EXPLORE THE YEARS
Other Volkswagen Jetta years
Same model, a different chapter. Start with a nearby year, or open the complete timeline.
An earlier model year
2020
Volkswagen Jetta
Typical asking price
$15,981
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Volkswagen Jetta
Typical asking price
$16,576
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A newer model year
2022
Volkswagen Jetta
Typical asking price
$18,395
Explore this year →
See how model-year prices compare
U.S. market · All trimsDifferent model years, shown on the same dollar scale. Median asking price where available; otherwise average. These are different vehicles, not a forecast of your car’s value.
- 2027 $28,895 Median
- 2026 $26,191 Median
- 2025 $20,800 Median
- 2024 $19,289 Median
- 2023 $19,989 Median
- 2022 $18,395 Median
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You are here 2021 $16,576 Median
- 2020 $15,981 Median
- 2019 $13,798 Median
- 2018 $12,299 Median
- 2017 $10,980 Median
- 2016 $9,224 Median
- 2015 $7,999 Median
- 2014 $7,608 Median
- 2013 $7,000 Median
- 2012 $6,858 Median
Showing the newest 16 priced model years plus your current year when older. Open the complete timeline below for older years.
Explore all 23 other model years
Pick a year to open its price report. Prices compare different vehicles and equipment, not the changing value of one car.
Nearby model years
2017
$10,980
2018
$12,299
2019
$13,798
2020
$15,981
2022
$18,395
2023
$19,989
2024
$19,289
2025
$20,800
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Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$295
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $1,658 down
Amount financed
$14,918
Total interest
$2,782
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Frequently asked questions
Why do 2021 Volkswagen Jetta prices range from $9,995 to $22,339?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $14,598 and $18,498 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
How much should mileage change the price of a 2021 Volkswagen Jetta?
Across the lowest- and highest-mileage groups, asking prices differ by roughly $700 per 10,000 miles. These groups contain different vehicles: this is not a same-trim adjustment or a forecast for one car. Compare the mileage and trim tables, then check condition, equipment and vehicle history.
How many 2021 Volkswagen Jetta are for sale right now?
512 in total. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2021 Volkswagen Jetta?
These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.
How we calculate these prices
We track 512 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
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