Second Hand Volkswagen Jetta Engine Mount

The Mk6 Jetta ran from 2011 to 2018 in the UK, so both years sit within the same generation, which is a good starting point. Fitment depends heavily on the engine code rather than the year alone, so you need to confirm both cars share the same engine code — check your V5 or run a VIN check to find it. Mount specifications can also change mid-production even within a generation, so confirm the specific part against your registration with the breaker before buying.

The engine code matters more than the year for mechanical parts like engine mounts — two Jettas from the same year can use completely different mounts if one is a 1.6 TDI and the other is a 2.0 TDI or a petrol variant. The gearbox type also plays a role, as manual and DSG/automatic setups can require different mounts. Find your engine code on the V5 or via a VIN check and give it to the breaker — it is the single most useful detail you can supply.

The Mk5 Jetta ran from approximately 2005 to 2010, and the Mk6 from 2011 to 2018, so these are distinct generations with different platforms and mounting arrangements. It is very unlikely that mounts will interchange across this boundary, and you should treat them as non-compatible unless a breaker can confirm otherwise by comparing your specific engine codes and part numbers. Always route cross-generation fitment questions to the breaker and check against your exact registration.

Trim level does not affect engine mount fitment — the mount is determined by your engine code, fuel type, and gearbox type, not by whether the car is an S, SE, SEL, or GT. A breaker sourcing from a higher or lower trim car will supply a mechanically identical mount provided the engine code matches yours. The only differences between trim levels are cosmetic items like interior finish and equipment, none of which influence which mount is fitted.

Yes, gearbox type can affect which engine mount is required even when the engine code is the same, because the torque transfer and mounting geometry can differ between a manual gearbox and a DSG automatic. When contacting a breaker, tell them your engine code alongside whether your car has a manual or DSG gearbox to help them match the correct part. Confirming the part number against your registration is still the safest step before committing to a purchase.

All variants of the Volkswagen Jetta have engine mounts — they are a standard component on every petrol and diesel version of the car, present on every engine type across every generation. There is no drivetrain or engine variant on the Jetta that omits engine mounts, so you do not need to worry about whether your specific model has them. What does vary is the exact specification of the mount, which is why your engine code and gearbox type are essential when sourcing the correct used part from a breaker.