2017 Volkswagen Jetta Speaker Sizes
The 2017 Volkswagen Jetta factory audio system includes specific mounting locations. The a-pillar and rear door panel accommodate 1.5 inch units. The rear door panel also accepts a 6.5 inch speaker size, while the front door panel supports 6.75 inch speakers, and the cargo area accepts an 8 inch unit. Compatible speaker types for a replacement and upgrade include tweeters, midbass, full-range units, and subwoofers.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Pillar | 1.5 | Tweeter |
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| Cargo Area | 8 | Subwoofer |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.75 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 1.5 | Tweeter |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2017 Volkswagen Jetta Speaker Replacement Summary
5
total positions
4
easy to replace
2
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 4 Medium: 0 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 2 Medium: 2 Low: 12017 Volkswagen Jetta Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2017 Volkswagen Jetta features a component-style setup with separate tweeters positioned in both the A-pillars and rear door panels at 1.5 inches, alongside larger midbass or full-range drivers in the door locations.
- Front door panels accommodate slightly larger 6.75-inch speakers compared to the 6.5-inch units in the rear doors, which may influence staging characteristics when upgrading the audio system.
- An 8-inch subwoofer location exists in the cargo area, providing a factory provision for low-frequency reinforcement without requiring custom enclosure fabrication.
- The tweeter locations at 1.5 inches suggest compatibility with aftermarket component speaker sets, though crossover integration would need consideration during installation.
- Both single DIN and double DIN head units appear compatible with the radio opening, offering flexibility for source unit upgrades alongside speaker replacements.
- Replacing the front door speakers might take priority given their larger size and typical contribution to midrange clarity and soundstage width in factory configurations.
- The midbass and full-range compatibility designation indicates these positions could accept either dedicated midbass drivers in a component setup or coaxial speakers for simpler installations.
- Sound improvement potential likely centers on the door-mounted drivers, as these handle the majority of frequency content that affects perceived audio quality during typical listening.