2003 Volkswagen Jetta Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 15 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Fourth generation (A4).
- Length172.3 in – 173.6 in
- Width68.3 in
- Height56.7 in – 58.5 in
- Wheelbase98.9 in
- Curb weight2,892 lb – 3,274 lb
- Length172.3 in – 173.6 in
- Height56.7 in – 58.5 in
- Wheelbase98.9 in
- Curb weight2,892 lb – 3,274 lb
- Width68.3 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 172.3 in – 173.6 in · 68.3 in · 56.7 in – 58.5 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x100, bore 57.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS, P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS, P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS, 195/65R15…. Tire sizes
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- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 172.3 in – 173.6 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 68.3 in |
| Height | 56.7 in – 58.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.9 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 37.4 in – 38.6 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 36.5 in – 38.1 in |
| Front legroom | 41.5 in |
| Rear legroom | 33.5 in |
| Front shoulder room | 53.7 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 52.5 in |
| Passenger volume | 85.0 cu ft – 89.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 13.0 cu ft – 34.0 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 2,892 lb – 3,274 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 3,924 lb – 4,023 lb |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,000 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 122 – 195 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS
- P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS
- P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS
- 195/65R15
- 205/55R16
- 225/40R18
- 225/45R17
- 235/35R19
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver21"
- Passenger19"
- Rear15"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 47H5
- 48H6
- 94RH7
- H5-AGM
- H7-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.4 qt
- 5W-304.8 qt
- 5W-304.8 qt
- 5W-306.1 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (15 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL 1.8T 4dr Sedan | 172.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 2974 |
| GL 1.8T 4dr Station Wagon | 173.6 | 68.3 | 58.5 | 98.9 | — | 3130 |
| GL 4dr Sedan | 172.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 2892 |
| GL 4dr Station Wagon | 173.6 | 68.3 | 58.5 | 98.9 | — | 3034 |
| GL TDI 4dr Sedan | 172.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 2974 |
| GL TDI 4dr Station Wagon | 173.6 | 68.3 | 58.5 | 98.9 | — | 3122 |
| GLI 4dr Sedan | 172.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 3179 |
| GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan | 172.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 3037 |
| GLS 1.8T 4dr Station Wagon | 173.6 | 68.3 | 58.5 | 98.9 | — | 3175 |
| GLS 2.0L 4dr Sedan | 172.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 2934 |
| GLS 2.0L 4dr Station Wagon | 173.6 | 68.3 | 58.5 | 98.9 | — | 3078 |
| GLS TDI 4dr Sedan | 172.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 3009 |
| GLS TDI 4dr Station Wagon | 173.6 | 68.3 | 58.5 | 98.9 | — | 3161 |
| GLX 4dr Sedan | 172.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 3274 |
| Wolfsburg Edition 4dr Sedan | 172.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 2974 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Fourth generation (A4)): years 2000–2005. View model overview