Volkswagen Reliability Ratings — Every Model Ranked

The Volkswagen Jetta, spanning model years 2018 to 2026, shows a varied reliability performance, with scores ranging from 58 to 88 out of 100, indicating a general trend towards improvement in recent years. Common issues reported by owners include power train problems, particularly in the 2019 model, and recurring electrical system concerns across multiple years, with repair costs averaging $609 annually, slightly above the compact car average.

The Volkswagen Passat, covering model years 2018 to 2022, holds an average reliability score of 76/100, categorized as "Good" according to Auto Reliability Index standards. Common issues reported by owners include problems with the electrical system, service brakes, and lane departure systems, with a notable increase in complaint rates for the 2022 model year.

The Volkswagen Beetle, covering the 2018 and 2019 model years, has an average reliability score of 74 out of 100, categorized as good. Common issues reported by owners include problems with the electrical system, particularly with key and ignition functions, and air bag recalls, with the 2019 model year also noting service brake concerns.

The Volkswagen Golf, analyzed from 2018 to 2026, shows a varied reliability performance with an average score of 73 out of 100, indicating a generally good reliability rating. Common issues reported include power train and engine problems, particularly in the 2018 and 2019 models, while later years like 2025 and 2026 show no complaints and improved reliability scores of 81 and 84, respectively.

The Volkswagen Taos, covering model years 2022 to 2026, holds an average reliability score of 68/100, classified as "Good" on the Auto Reliability Index scale. Data shows that common issues include engine and electrical system problems, particularly in earlier models, with the 2022 version experiencing the highest complaint rate and six recalls.

The Volkswagen Tiguan, spanning model years 2018 to 2026, holds an average reliability score of 67/100, categorized as "Good" on the Auto Reliability Index. Data indicates common issues with the power train, electrical system, and engine, with significant complaint rates particularly in 2018 and 2022.

The Volkswagen Atlas, covering model years 2018 to 2026, exhibits a mixed reliability record with an average score of 54 out of 100, indicating varied performance across different years. Owners frequently report issues with the electrical system and airbag malfunctions, particularly in earlier models such as 2018 and 2021, which have notably higher complaint rates of 74.4 and 74.6 per 10,000 sold, respectively.

Data on the Volkswagen ID-4 from 2021 to 2025 indicates a mixed reliability reputation, with an average score of 48 out of 100 and a low repair cost rating of 2 out of 5. Common issues reported by owners include frequent electrical system failures, particularly affecting the infotainment and display systems, as well as problems with vehicle speed control and door mechanisms.