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VW Jetta generations and tyre sizes

Jetta

I

1979 – 1984
Petrol, Diesel37–82 kW (50–111 PS)Manual
/ R
Jetta

II

1984 – 1987
Diesel, Petrol40–82 kW (54–111 PS)Manual
/ R
Jetta

II (1. Facelift)

1987 – 1991
Diesel, Petrol40–102 kW (54–139 PS)Manual
155/65 R13175/70 R13185/60 R14185/55 R15
Jetta III

III

2005 – 2010
Petrol, Diesel75–147 kW (102–200 PS)Automatic / Manual
195/65 R15205/60 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17225/40 R18
Jetta

IV

2011 – 2014
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid77–155 kW (105–211 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/65 R15205/60 R15205/55 R16205/50 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/40 R18
Jetta

IV (1. Facelift)

2014 – 2016
Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid77–125 kW (105–170 PS)Manual / Automatic
205/55 R16225/45 R17

For the VW Jetta in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10) and Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10). The VW Jetta uses 12 tyre sizes across 6 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for VW Jetta - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for VW Jetta

Best tyres for VW Jetta by category

Best for dry
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P
9.1/10

Tyre comparison for VW Jetta

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium81%
2Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium181%
3Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium181%
4Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium118%
5Dunlop Winter Sport 58.98.18.17.97.8Premium281%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for VW Jetta?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for VW Jetta are: Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit VW Jetta?
The VW Jetta uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 155/65 R13, 175/70 R13, 185/60 R14, 185/55 R15, 195/65 R15, 205/60 R15, 205/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 225/40 R18, 205/50 R17, 225/50 R17.
How many generations does the VW Jetta have?
The VW Jetta has 6 generations, from 1979 to 2014.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for VW Jetta?
For wet road performance on VW Jetta, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P good for VW Jetta?
Yes, the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P is the top-rated tyre for VW Jetta with a rating of 9.1/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 81% of VW Jetta tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for VW Jetta?
To choose the right tyres for VW Jetta: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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