Volkswagen Jetta vs Tesla Model Y

Overview

Specification Volkswagen Jetta Tesla Model Y
Brand Volkswagen Tesla
Model Jetta Model Y
Year 2026 2026
Type Ev
Body Style Sedan Compact Crossover SUV

Pricing

Specification Volkswagen Jetta Tesla Model Y
Current Price $28,260 $47,990 – $48,990
MSRP $28,260 $48,990
Dealer Price $27,300 $47,990

Engine & Performance

Specification Volkswagen Jetta Tesla Model Y
Engine 1.5L TSI Turbocharged DOHC 16-Valve Inline 4-Cylinder Dual Motor AWD
Horsepower 158 hp @ 5,500 rpm (228 hp GLI) 384 hp (est.)
Torque 184 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm (258 lb-ft GLI) Instant electric torque
0–60 mph 7.1 sec (0-60 mph) 4.6 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 126 mph 135 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Volkswagen Jetta Tesla Model Y
Fuel Type Regular Unleaded Gasoline Electric
Mileage / MPG 33 MPGe combined (29 City / 40 Hwy) 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.)
Range (EV) 520 miles total highway tank range 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.)
Emissions 270 g/mi CO2 0 g/mi
Battery 12V starter battery Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.)
Charging N/A 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3)

Ratings

Specification Volkswagen Jetta Tesla Model Y
Expert Rating 4.5/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 890 2240
Performance Score Jetta GLI (2.0L TSI I-4, 228 hp / 258 lb-ft, 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG) 9.0
Comfort Score 9.1 8.7
Safety Score Volkswagen IQ.DRIVE Driver Assistance Suite 9.1
Fuel Economy Score 9.7 9.5
Technology Score 9.0 9.5
Value Score 9.5 9.0

Verdict

Specification Volkswagen Jetta Tesla Model Y
Pros Outstanding highway fuel economy reaching up to 40 MPG with a 500+ mile cruising range; Generous rear legroom (37.0 inch... Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci...
Cons Climatronic touch-based climate controls require getting used to over traditional physical knobs; Torsion-beam rear susp... Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b...