| Specification | Volkswagen Jetta | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Jetta | RAV4 |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | Sedan | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Specification | Volkswagen Jetta | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | $28,260 | $35,699 – $36,450 |
| MSRP | $28,260 | $36,450 |
| Dealer Price | $27,300 | $35,199 |
| Specification | Volkswagen Jetta | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L TSI Turbocharged DOHC 16-Valve Inline 4-Cylinder | 2.5L Hybrid System |
| Horsepower | 158 hp @ 5,500 rpm (228 hp GLI) | 236 hp (AWD net combined) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm (258 lb-ft GLI) | Hybrid system output (manufacturer managed) |
| 0–60 mph | 7.1 sec (0-60 mph) | Approx. 7.0 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 126 mph | Approx. 115 mph |
| Specification | Volkswagen Jetta | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded Gasoline | Hybrid |
| Mileage / MPG | 33 MPGe combined (29 City / 40 Hwy) | 40 MPG combined (AWD hybrid est.) |
| Range (EV) | 520 miles total highway tank range | N/A |
| Emissions | 270 g/mi CO2 | ULEV/SULEV compliant (market dependent) |
| Battery | 12V starter battery | Lithium-ion hybrid battery |
| Charging | N/A | Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine) |
| Specification | Volkswagen Jetta | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 4.5/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 890 | 1720 |
| Performance Score | Jetta GLI (2.0L TSI I-4, 228 hp / 258 lb-ft, 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG) | 8.5 |
| Comfort Score | 9.1 | 8.9 |
| Safety Score | Volkswagen IQ.DRIVE Driver Assistance Suite | 9.4 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 9.7 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Value Score | 9.5 | 9.2 |
| Specification | Volkswagen Jetta | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Pros | Outstanding highway fuel economy reaching up to 40 MPG with a 500+ mile cruising range; Generous rear legroom (37.0 inch... | Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong reliability and resale reputation; Comprehensive standard safety features; Practic... |
| Cons | Climatronic touch-based climate controls require getting used to over traditional physical knobs; Torsion-beam rear susp... | Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Interior design is functional rather than luxurious; Higher trims increase cost quick... |