2012 Volkswagen Jetta SEL
3VWLP7AJ8CM416742
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Last listed by Priority Acura
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Market price range
Based on 4 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 7, 2026Price history for this VIN
Price dropped $2,011 (−22.3%) over 4 days.
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN 3VWLP7AJ8CM416742, spanning 4 days.
Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority Acura | Chesapeake, VA 23320 | $6,995 | 181,423 mi | 2021-04-26 |
| — | Newport News, VA 23608 | $9,006 | 181,461 mi | 2021-04-22 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($6,659)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 3VWLP7AJ8CM416742Full 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 $502 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $6,493 |
| May 2026 | $6,500 |
| June 2026 | $6,500 |
| July 2026 | $6,495 |
| August 2026 | $6,495 |
| September 2026 | $6,995 |
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 (this car) | $6,659 | 4 | — |
| 2013 Honda Civic | $10,898 | 12 | +$4,239 |
| 2014 Honda Accord | $7,622 | 10 | +$963 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Cruze | $6,000 | 9 | −$659 |
| 2013 Volvo S60 | $5,999 | 7 | −$660 |
| 2012 Toyota Camry | $9,730 | 7 | +$3,071 |
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 | 148 | $11,993 | 100% | 92,826 mi |
| 2017 | 485 | $10,957 | 91% | 97,288 mi |
| 2016 | 466 | $9,142 | 76% | 109,425 mi |
| 2015 | 361 | $7,999 | 67% | 114,225 mi |
| 2014 | 499 | $7,595 | 63% | 116,694 mi |
| 2013 | 363 | $6,999 | 58% | 122,414 mi |
| 2012 | 282 | $6,500 | 54% | 126,221 mi |
| 2011 | 188 | $5,995 | 50% | 137,671 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
