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Volkswagen Jetta Review 

Volkswagen Jetta at a Glance

If you’re looking for a compact sedan with style and power beyond its size for your travels around Rancho Santa Margarita, Garden Grove, and Irvine, CA, you may want to consider the Volkswagen Jetta. Named for the German word for jet stream, it’s ready to cut through the air swiftly as it takes on the road.

While the VW Jetta made its debut in 1979, it continues to be a progressive machine. The team at Norm Reeves Volkswagen Superstore Irvine has crafted this review to show you how this steadfast sedan can elevate your drive in all the ways that matter. Ready to jet ahead? Let’s go!

HORSEPOWER

158 HP

FUEL ECONOMY

29 city /42 hwy^*

CARGO VOLUME

14.1 cu. ft.

PASSENGER VOLUME

94.7 cu. ft.

NHTSA 5-STAR OVERALL SAFETY RATING

Yes

VW DIGITAL COCKPIT

Standard

Q.DRIVE® SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES

Standard

Meet the Volkswagen Jetta

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PERFORMANCE

You may look at the Volkswagen Jetta and see it as fun-sized. You’ll soon discover that it’s also a joy to drive, proving to be the perfect blend of fun and functional. Plus, its stellar fuel efficiency enables you to travel longer and limit fuel stops—now, that’s fun!

Playful Power 

Size plays favorably into this sedan’s agile handling and ability to take on narrow streets, sharp turns, and smaller parking spots. Of course, when it comes to the heart of a vehicle, you’ve got to look to its powertrain. In the case of the VW Jetta, that’s the 1.5L turbocharged TSI® engine that generates 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque.

To harness that power and send the appropriate amount to the wheels, you’ll have your choice of two transmissions. It comes standardly mated to a 6-speed manual transmission, allowing you to take full control in the palm of your hands. For seamless shifting, you can opt for an 8-speed automatic transmission.  

Fuel Sipper

The fuel economy your VW Jetta delivers will vary ever so slightly depending on which trim you choose and whether it’s equipped with the manual or automatic transmission.

Trim Level	Transmission	EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy
S, Sport, SE, SEL	6-Speed Manual	29 city/42 hwy MPG^*
S	8-Speed Automatic	30 city/41 hwy MPG^*
Sport/SE/SEL	8-Speed Automatic	29 city/40 hwy MPG^*

However, regardless of your selection, you’ll enjoy an impressive return, up to an EPA-estimated 29 city/42 hwy MPG, making the most of every drop in the tank.^* As a result, you’ll be able to keep the fun going for mile after mile.

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DESIGN

The overall stance of the VW Jetta is likewise economical, although its style is substantial. From the sleek, sculpted body to its clean, minimalist interior, the proof is in the details—and the Volkswagen Jetta has them in spades.

Streamlined Exterior 

The chiseled exterior of the VW Jetta is aerodynamic, cutting through the air like the jet stream it’s named for. The LED headlights/taillights and available grille-integrated LED light bar allow you to see and be seen, shining a spotlight on the road ahead.

Speaking of illumination, show off your sporty side with the VW Jetta Sport trim. It adds a bold black grille and accents, Sport bumpers with accent lighting, XDS® Cross Differential System for optimal traction, 17-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, and stainless steel pedals.

On select trims, you can enjoy lots of natural light and fresh air with the available power tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof that also offers great views of the sky above.

Efficiently Elegant Interior 

Step inside the VW Jetta and you’ll enter a contemporary cabin with a driver-centric cockpit. Its minimalist layout provides everything you need and nothing you don’t. Sink into the standard cloth seating (V-Tex leatherette and leather are also available) as you take your place behind the leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift.

Increase the luxury quotient with available features that include:

8-way power driver’s seat with lumbar

Climatronic® dual-zone automatic climate control

Heated/ventilated front seats

Heated outboard rear seats

10-color interior ambient lighting

Still, the 94.7 cubic feet of passenger space allotted to everyone on board proves that even the base trim of the VW Jetta is anything but basic:

Headroom (front/rear)	Legroom (front/rear)	Cargo Volume
38.5/37.2 inches	41.1/37.4 inches	14.1 cubic feet

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TECHNOLOGY

Innovations abound in the Volkswagen Jetta. They range from infotainment features that will keep you informed and engaged while on the road to ones designed to help keep you and your passengers safe—even when the unexpected happens. Plus, the standard myVW app provides service reminders, maintenance schedules, and access to roadside assistance, enabling you to remain both connected and protected.

Innovative Infotainment

The VW Jetta comes fully equipped with everything you’ll need, beginning with the standard Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and its 8-inch digital instrument display. Use the 6.5-inch infotainment touchscreen and App-Connect to access your music, apps, and maps via Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™.

Additional next-level infotainment technologies are available, including a larger touchscreen with integrated navigation, wireless charging, VW Car-Net® Hotspot, and the 9-speaker BeatsAudio® system. Every trip in the Volkswagen Jetta becomes even more enjoyable, turning miles into smiles. Who knows? It may even prompt you to take the long way home.

Safety Comes Standard

Because Volkswagen takes safety as seriously as you do, all trims of the VW Jetta come standardly outfitted with IQ.DRIVE®, an array of advanced driver-assistance technologies. These features serve as an extra set of eyes, a vigilant virtual copilot to help protect you and everyone on board:

Adaptive Cruise Control

Active Blind Spot Monitor

Rear Traffic Alert

Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking)

Lane Assist and Travel Assist

And more

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has awarded the Volkswagen Jetta a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating, its highest designation. As such, you can be fully confident every time you get behind the wheel.

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Volkswagen Jetta vs. The Competition

At a Glance: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Honda Civic

The Volkswagen Jetta and the Honda Civic are nearly identical in many ways. So, it comes down to minor details. The panoramic sunroof in the VW Jetta spans both rows, compared to the regular moonroof in the Civic. You’ll also have three times the number of interior color options and a standard Blind Spot Monitor watching those hard-to-see areas. Turns out, little things mean a lot.

Quick Facts

VW Jetta	vs	Civic
Available	PANORAMIC SUNROOF	Not Offered
3	INTERIOR COLORS	1
Standard	BLIND SPOT MONITOR	Available

At a Glance: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Hyundai Elantra 

In the sleek sedan space, the Volkswagen Jetta and the Hyundai Elantra are stars. That said, the Volkswagen model shines brighter, especially in the realm of safety. Adaptive Cruise Control comes standard in the VW, and it has earned the NHTSA’s top award. Sadly, neither is true of the Elantra; that, along with its lesser horsepower, causes the Hyundai to dim by comparison.

Quick Facts

VW Jetta	vs	Elantra
158 HP	STANDARD HORSEPOWER	147 HP
Standard	ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL	Available
Yes	NHTSA 5-STAR OVERALL SAFETY RATING	No

At a Glance: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Toyota Camry

In comparing vehicles, more and bigger is generally better. More is advantageous when it comes to transmission options, including being able to manually take control. A bigger instrument display is desirable when viewing vital driving information. Then again, sometimes smaller is preferable; it makes maneuvering into parking spots a breeze. More, bigger, and smaller? Check, check, and check—checking all the boxes is the VW Jetta.^**

Quick Facts

VW Jetta	vs	Camry
2	TRANSMISSION OPTIONS	1
8 inches	DIGITAL INSTRUMENT DISPLAY	7 inches
186.5 inches	LENGTH	193.5 inches

Jet Off in the VW Jetta

In the Volkswagen Jetta, form meets function in a fashionable, fun-sized package that exceeds expectations. Are you ready to take flight? Drivers who want to try on the VW Jetta for size can contact Norm Reeves Volkswagen Superstore Irvine to schedule a test drive. It’s time to enter the cockpit and pilot this forward-thinking sedan around Rancho Santa Margarita, Garden Grove, and Irvine, CA.

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^* 29 city/42 highway mpg (2024 Jetta 1.5L, 6-speed manual transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition. For more information, visit www.fueleconomy.gov.

^** Most accurate information used at time of posting.

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