🔋Battery Location
Volkswagen Jetta Battery Location
Find exactly where the battery is in your Volkswagen Jetta. Includes all generations with size and replacement tips.
Quick Answer
The VW Jetta battery is under the hood on the driver's side for most years. Some European models have it in the trunk.
Mk7/A7 (2019-2024)
2019-2024LocationUnder hood, driver's side
Battery SizeGroup H5 (DIN L2)
CCA590 CCA
TypeAGM if equipped with start-stop
DifficultyEasy — 20 min
Mk6/A6 (2011-2018)
2011-2018LocationUnder hood, driver's side
Battery SizeGroup H5
CCA590 CCA
DifficultyEasy — 15 min
Mk5/A5 (2006-2010)
2006-2010LocationUnder hood, driver's side
Battery SizeGroup H5
CCA590 CCA
DifficultyEasy — 15 min
Notes
- →Battery may be under a plastic cover — remove 2 clips to access
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does the VW Jetta need the battery registered?
- The 2019+ Jetta with start-stop may need battery registration (coding) after replacement so the charging system recognizes the new battery. This can be done with a VW-compatible scan tool like VCDS or OBDeleven.