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2021 Volkswagen Jetta
VIN
3VWC57BU4MM023966
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $576 above typical price
Merrillville, IN
Listed at
$15,995
typical market $15,419 · 278 comps
This 2021 Volkswagen Jetta is listed at $15,995 with 72,277 miles in Merrillville, IN.
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Sold by Ride Time Auto
3112 W 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410
Hours: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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2021 Volkswagen Jetta
VIN 3VWC57BU4MM023966
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Market price range
Based on 278 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of October 24, 2026This vehicle · $15,995
Below market
$11,912
Typical price
$15,419
Above market
$18,992
This vehicle: $15,995 — $576 above the typical market price ($15,419)
Asking $15,995 · typical market price $15,419 · based on 278 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Price increased $202 (+1.3%) over 4 days.
Oct 15, 2026 · $15,793
Oct 19, 2026 · $15,995
Asking prices recorded across 3 listing dates for VIN 3VWC57BU4MM023966, spanning 4 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ride Time Auto | Merrillville, IN 46410 | $15,995 | 72,277 mi | 2026-10-19 | 2 d ago |
| Pro Auto Finance Highland | Highland, IN 46322 | $16,144 | 72,277 mi | 2026-10-15 | 6 d ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ride Time Auto Finance - Crown Point | Crown Point, IN 46307 | $15,495 | 72,277 mi | 2026-10-18 | 8 d ago |
| Pro Auto Finance Highland | Highland, IN 46322 | $15,793 | 72,277 mi | 2026-10-15 | 3 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 3VWC57BU4MM023966Engine
Horsepower
147
Drivetrain
FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Automatic
Body
Sedan/Saloon
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2021
Made by
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✓ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✓ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
33
MPG
City
29
MPG
Highway
39
MPG
$1,410
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 33 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2021 Volkswagen Jetta likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Depreciation
$5,628
Fuel
$7,050
Insurance
$5,250
Maintenance & repairs
$4,312
Total, 5 years
$22,240
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2021 Volkswagen Jetta has 4 recall campaigns as of October 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 33 MPG.
Overall
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Frontal crash
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Side crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Rollover
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2021 Volkswagen Jetta 4 DR FWD
4 recall campaigns on this model year
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SEATSVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Long Wheelbase and Jetta vehicles. Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.NHTSA campaign 21V038000
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AIR BAGSVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jetta and Jetta GLI vehicles. The air bag control module was welded in the incorrect position.NHTSA campaign 21V492000
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BACK OVER PREVENTIONVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles.NHTSA campaign 20V716000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed October 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2021 Volkswagen Jetta over the last 6 months — the market softened $467 in that span.
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | $16,801 |
| June 2026 | $16,834 |
| July 2026 | $16,999 |
| August 2026 | $16,743 |
| September 2026 | $16,395 |
| October 2026 | $16,334 |
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As of October 26, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta in this catalog, the 2021 Nissan Kicks MPV has the lowest median asking price ($14,900, 462 listings with photos) and the 2021 Kia K5 the highest ($18,495, 719 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 26, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
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2021 Volkswagen Jetta
All trims · United States
$16,144Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $15,995 · 479 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $13,999–$17,799
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Volkswagen Jetta All trims | $15,995 | $13,999–$17,799 | 479 |
| 2021 Nissan Altima All trims | $16,392 | $14,329–$18,495 | 914 |
| 2021 Nissan Kicks MPV All trims | $14,900 | $12,550–$16,955 | 462 |
| 2021 Hyundai Sonata All trims | $17,148 | $14,995–$19,128 | 689 |
| 2021 Kia K5 All trims | $18,495 | $15,995–$20,551 | 719 |
| 2021 Subaru Impreza All trims | $17,420 | $14,982–$19,498 | 175 |
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: October 26, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 8 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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Market by model year
Gen 4 · 2019–2021What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 585 | $15,995 | 100% | 70,065 mi |
| 2020 | 549 | $15,124 | 95% | 78,204 mi |
| 2019 | 1,539 | $13,599 | 85% | 89,059 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
