Refined compact sedan featuring a standard 158-hp 1.5L TSI Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, 8-speed automatic, floating 8-inch touchscreen display, 40 MPG highway fuel economy, and standard IQ.DRIVE safety suite.
The Volkswagen Jetta continues as a standard-bearer for European compact sedans, featuring updated front-end LED light bar styling, a floating 8-inch central touchscreen display, standard IQ.DRIVE safety systems, and a class-leading 40 MPG highway fuel rating.
Ratings
4.5Expert Rating
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Category Scores
Performance7.8
Comfort9.1
Safety9.6
Fuel Economy9.7
Technology9.0
Maintenance9.1
Reliability8.8
Interior9.0
Exterior9.2
Value9.5
Specifications
Powertrain & Drivetrain
Engine Layout
1.5L TSI® Turbocharged DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic Transmission
Drive System
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
High-Performance Variant
Jetta GLI (2.0L TSI I-4, 228 hp / 258 lb-ft, 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG)
Chassis & Brakes
Front Suspension
Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension
Torsion beam rear axle with stabilizer bar (Multi-link on GLI)
Braking System
4-wheel disc brakes with ABS & Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution
Wheels & Tires
17-inch two-tone 10-spoke alloy wheels with P205/55R17 all-season tires
Heated front seats & 8-way power adjustable driver seat with lumbar
Power tilting/sliding sunroof & KESSY® keyless entry with push-button start
Use the wireless App-Connect feature to run Google Maps or Waze directly on the floating 8-inch touchscreen display without plugging in smartphone cables.
Expert Review
By FindEdition Auto Team
4.5 / 10 expert score
Overview
The Volkswagen Jetta continues as a standard-bearer for European compact sedans, featuring updated front-end LED light bar styling, a floating 8-inch central touchscreen display, standard IQ.DRIVE safety systems, and a class-leading 40 MPG highway fuel rating.
Driving Experience
The 158-hp 1.5L TSI turbocharged engine produces strong low-rpm torque (184 lb-ft at 1,750 rpm) through a smooth 8-speed automatic transmission, delivering a quiet, relaxed highway cruising ride.
Fuel Economy & Utility
Achieves an EPA-estimated 33 MPG combined (29 City / 40 Hwy) while offering a roomy 14.1 cu ft trunk and adult-friendly 37.0 inches of rear seat legroom.
Pros
Outstanding highway fuel economy reaching up to 40 MPG with a 500+ mile cruising range
Generous rear legroom (37.0 inches) rivals many larger midsize sedans
Standard Volkswagen IQ.DRIVE driver assistance suite across all trim levels
Standard floating 8-inch touchscreen display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Punchy low-end torque (184 lb-ft) from the 1.5L TSI engine provides effortless around-town passing power
Cons
Climatronic touch-based climate controls require getting used to over traditional physical knobs
Torsion-beam rear suspension on standard trims lacks the sport agility of multi-link setups
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is not offered in the Jetta lineup
Verdict
A comfortable, fuel-efficient European compact sedan that delivers exceptional highway range (up to 40 MPG), generous 37 inches of rear legroom, clean exterior LED lighting details, and robust standard IQ.DRIVE safety tech.
Pricing Intelligence
MSRP$28,260
Current$28,260
Dealer$27,300
Invoice$26,500
Offer$27,800
Discount460
Finance3.99% APR for 60 months (qualified buyers)
Lease$259/mo for 36 months, $2,999 due at signing
TaxesVaries by state and locality
Product Intelligence
Buying Recommendation
The SE trim is the value sweet spot, adding perforated CloudTex leatherette heated front seats, 8-way power driver seat, power sunroof, keyless entry, and 17-inch alloy wheels under $29,000.
Ownership Cost
Use the wireless App-Connect feature to run Google Maps or Waze directly on the floating 8-inch touchscreen display without plugging in smartphone cables.
Alternatives
The SE trim is the value sweet spot, adding perforated CloudTex leatherette heated front seats, 8-way power driver seat, power sunroof, keyless entry, and 17-inch alloy wheels under $29,000.
vs Honda CivicJetta offers higher highway fuel economy (40 MPG
vs 37 MPG) and standard wireless AppConnect at a lower entry price point; Civic offers a slightly sportier chassis tuning.
vs Toyota CorollaJetta provides a roomier rear seat, a turbocharged engine with higher torque, and a larger standard touchscreen display.
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