2012 Volkswagen Jetta SEL Premium
3VWLP7AJ7CM396595
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 11 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of August 31, 2026Price history for this VIN
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN 3VWLP7AJ7CM396595, spanning 1 day.
Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shift | Whittier, CA 90602 | $10,850 | 91,497 mi | 2022-11-24 |
| Shift Los Angeles | San Diego, CA 92101 | $10,850 | 91,497 mi | 2022-11-23 |
| Shift Los Angeles | Santa Maria, CA 93454 | $10,850 | 91,497 mi | 2022-11-23 |
| Shift Los Angeles | Santa Barbara, CA 93101 | $10,850 | 91,497 mi | 2022-11-23 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($7,995)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 3VWLP7AJ7CM396595Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 27 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Volkswagen Jetta likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has 8 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. EPA combined fuel economy: 27 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SW FWD
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UNKNOWN OR OTHERVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta…NHTSA campaign 19V679000
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf…NHTSA campaign 19V615000
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGThe Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service…NHTSA campaign 14E007000
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 2012 Volkswagen Jetta from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta over the last 6 months — the market firmed $15 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $6,485 |
| April 2026 | $6,493 |
| May 2026 | $6,500 |
| June 2026 | $6,619 |
| July 2026 | $6,495 |
| August 2026 | $6,500 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SEL Premium (this car) | $7,995 | 11 | — |
| 2013 Honda Civic | $8,696 | 6 | +$701 |
| 2010 Toyota Corolla | $11,075 | 5 | +$3,080 |
| 2013 Toyota Camry | $11,394 | 2 | +$3,399 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 3 · 2011–2018What 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 153 | $11,995 | 100% | 93,790 mi |
| 2017 | 506 | $10,722 | 89% | 98,304 mi |
| 2016 | 388 | $9,481 | 79% | 106,918 mi |
| 2015 | 373 | $8,080 | 67% | 112,909 mi |
| 2014 | 442 | $7,723 | 64% | 116,869 mi |
| 2013 | 344 | $6,995 | 58% | 121,314 mi |
| 2012 | 225 | $6,500 | 54% | 127,560 mi |
| 2011 | 161 | $5,995 | 50% | 139,847 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
