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How the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta Compares to Other Sedans

When it comes to style, technology and fun, there’s nothing else like a Jetta to put the joy of driving in your day. This small sedan is dressed to impress and brings a look that has wow written all over it. Its eye-catching lines and tech-filled, smile-inducing cabin stand out from the crowd. For those who like their style with substance, this is your drive.

The driver-friendly cockpit is designed down to the last detail. Volkswagen did not hold back in forward-thinking features, which is why the innovative tech in the Jetta is designed to help you get the most out of your daily outings.

The Jetta doesn’t hold back in forward-thinking features, which is why the innovative tech in the Jetta is designed to help you get the most out of your daily outings. The innovative VW Digital Cockpit displays driving information in high resolution. The available VW Digital Cockpit Pro is loaded with state-of-the-art navigation and customizable features for an easy, intuitive user experience. With its innovative features and a variety of premium content, the available SiriusXM with 360L curates a personalized experience for every driver. Amplify your tunes with BeatsAudio®, a producer’s dream, and your ride in your new VW Jetta becomes a studio session. To further enhance your driving experience, amazing features such as wireless charging⁠, engine remote start⁠, and VW Car-Net Hotspot to give you unparalleled convenience, comfort, and connectivity. You can even activate Car-Net with your myVW app to access these features remotely.

With its innovative features and a variety of premium content, the available SiriusXM with 360L curates a personalized experience for every driver. Try it out with a three-month Platinum Plan trial subscription.⁠14 When amplified by the available BeatsAudio®, a producer’s dream, a ride in your new VW becomes a studio session.

Zip, acceleration, and comfort means all roads lead to fun in a Jetta. Not your average compact sedan, we fitted the Jetta with a 1.5-liter turbocharged direct-injection TSI® engine, offering 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, so you can wonderfully handle passing, zipping around town, and getting far from town quickly. You might be the driver that likes the control and freedom the 6-speed manual transmission offers, or maybe you would prefer the available fast-shifting, 8-speed automatic transmission is more your gear, either way the confidence you feel at the wheel of the nimble and agile Jetta is something you won’t have to think about. If you are looking for are more laissez-faire experience, from the highway to around town, Driver Assistance helps provide an intuitively easy ride.

Safety is a core value to Volkswagen–and while we can’t predict everything you might encounter– we can and do spend long hours trying to help you prepare for it. Discover the confidence that comes with driver assistance technology that helps enhance safety. No matter your destination, enjoy the drive from A to B without much of the stress, thanks to available IQ.DRIVE and its suite of advanced features like Travel Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Active Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Traffic Alert, Front Assist, Emergency Assist, and Lane Assist.

Top your Jetta off with Our Carefree Coverage suite of products and services that come standard on all new Volkswagen Vehicles.⁠

Why do we go to such great lengths? To maximize your absolute enjoyment.

 

Compare 2023 Volkswagen Jetta to Competitive Brand Mid-Size Sedans

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Sedan Volkswagen
Jetta		 Subaru
Impreza		 Toyota
Corolla		 Kia
Forte		 Honda
Civic		 Hyundai
Elantra
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Trims S, Sport, SE, SEL Base, Premium, Limited, Sport, Touring XT LE, SE, SXE LX, LXS, GT-Line, GT-Line, GT, GT Manual Sport, EX, Touring SE, SEL, SEL Plus, N Line, Limited,
Color Options 6 6 15 9 8 6
Engine 1.5L TSI®, in-line 4-cyl turbo 2.0-liter DOHC SUBARU BOXER® 4-cyl 2.0L 4-cyl DOHC  VVT-i 2.0-liter, 4-Cyl 1.5L Turbo Inline 4 2.0-liter, 4-Cyl
Horsepower 158 hp 158 hp 169 hp 147 hp 180 hp 147 hp
Torque 184 lb-ft 184 lb-ft 151 lb-ft 132 lb-ft 177 lb-ft 132 lb-ft
Transmission 6-speed manual
or 8-speed automatic		 Lineartronic® CVT Dynamic-Shift CVT 7-Speed Dual-Clutch Auto LL-CVT 7-speed Dual Clutch  w/ SHIFTRONIC®
DriveTrain FWD Symmetrical AWD FWD FWD FWD FWD
Fuel Economy (Hwy/City) 31/41/35* 28/36/31* 32/41/35* 31/41/35* 33/42/36* 33/42/37*
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 gal. 13.2 gal. 13.2 gal. 14 gal. 12.4 gal. 12.4 gal.
0-60 7.7 sec. 8.35 sec. 5.4 sec. 6.4 sec. 5.8 sec. 5.1 sec.
Cargo Volume (cu.ft.)  14.1 cu. ft. 15.1 cu. ft. 13.1 cu. ft. 15.3 cu. ft. 14.4 cu. ft. 14.2 cu. ft.
Headroom (Front/Rear) 38.5/37.2 39.4/37.2 38.3/37.1 38.8/37.5 in. 37.6/37.1 40.6/37.3
Legroom (Front/Rear) 41.1/37.4
42.8/39.5
 42.0/34.8 42.2/35.7 in. 42.3/37.4 42.3/38.0
Ground Clearance 5.5 in. 5.9 in. 5.3 in. 5.3 in. 5.7 in. 5.5 in.
Infotainment 8-in Color Touchscreen Display SUBARU STARLINK® 11.6-inch Touchscreen Toyota Audio Multimedia with 8-in. touchscreen Kia Connect 10.25-in Color Touchscreen Display 9-in. touchscreen 10.25-in Color Touchscreen Display
Sound System BeatsAudio® Premium Audio Center with 9 speakers Harman Kardon® premium audio system 9-speaker JBL® * Premium Audio including amplifier and subwoofer Harman Kardon® Premium Audio w/ Clari-Fi™, 8 speakers, 320 Watts, and Integrated Subwoofer 12 Speaker Bose Premium Sound System with Centerpoint® Surround Sound technology Bose premium audio with 8 speakers incl. center channel and subwoofer
Base Price  $20,655*
$19,795
 $21,550* $19,690* $23,450* $20,950*

2023 vw jetta vs subaru impreza comparisons

  • While Subaru has built a reputation of off road capability with all of its vehicles, Volkswagen Jetta actually has better torque versus Subaru Impreza for better capability.
  • Jetta offers front-wheel drive which allows for a lighter and more fuel-efficient drive than the all-wheel drive Impreza.
  • VW Jetta gets up to 31 City/41 Hwy resulting in more money saved at the pump than the Subaru Impreza offering only 28 city/36 Hwy.
  • The wheelbase on Jetta is longer in length which allows it to provide a smoother ride than the Subaru Impreza.
  • While both the Volkswagen Jetta and the Subaru Impreza have the fuel capacity of 13.2 gallons, the VW Jetta has better range, meaning it is able to travel further distance with the gas available.

2023 vw jetta vs toyota corolla comparisons

  • VW Jetta has more trunk space at 14.1 cubic feet of cargo space versus the Toyota Corolla.
  • While both the Volkswagen Jetta and the Subaru Impreza have the fuel capacity of 13.2 gallons, the Volkswagen Jetta gets better fuel economy on the highways at up to 42 MPG.
  • The VW Jetta 1.5L, turbo offers an engine that creates more efficiency and power within the vehicle. In head to head trials against the Toyota Corolla 2.0L, the Volkswagen Jetta with turbo still outperformed the Toyota Corolla.
  • Volkswagen Jetta also has better torque versus Toyota Corolla for better climb capabilities on hills and navigating through uneven roads. Look to Jetta for a safer ride.

2023 vw jetta vs 2023 honda civic comparisons

  • Jetta is available in five trim levels offering a more tailored and varied selection, while the Civic only has four trims.
  • Volkswagen Jetta offers an ambient lighting package and other add-ons that customize your ride, abilities not provided by the Honda Civic.
  • The VW Jetta provides more torque at 184 lb-ft, versus the Honda Civic at only 138 lb-ft.
  • Volkswagen Jetta is the more affordable option when compared to Honda Civic.
  • VW Jetta is a better option if you are looking for speed. It has the ability to go 0-60 in 7.6 seconds, much faster than the Honda Civic.

2023 vw jetta vs kia forte comparisons

  • Volkswagen Jetta also has better torque versus Kia Forte for better climb capabilities on hills and navigating through uneven roads.
  • VW Jetta is better in fuel economy getting up to 31 City/41 Hwy
    NHTSA gave the Jetta a 5-star safety rating making it the best and safest choice against the Kia Forte.
  • Jetta offers two transmissions at select trim models. Better drive and expert handling is available with the control and freedom the 6-speed manual transmission offers, or perhaps if you prefer the available fast-shifting, the 8-speed automatic transmission is more your gear. Either way, the confidence you feel at the wheel of the nimble and agile Jetta is something you won’t have to think about.
  • The strongest transmission option in Forte is only 7-speed.
  • The VW Jetta 1.5L, turbo offers an engine that creates more efficiency and power within the vehicle. In head to head trials against the Kia Forte 2.0L, the Volkswagen Jetta with turbo still outperformed the Kia Forte.

2023 vw jetta vs hyundai elantra comparisons

  • Go farther with Jetta’s larger fuel tank and get better range.
  • Enjoy better performance features over the Elantra like more horsepower.
  • Experience a more comfortable ride with a better interior and more standard and option amenities available in the VW Jetta.
  • Be the first off the line with more torque in your Volkswagen Jetta.
  • In head to head interior dimensions, both cars have comparable room for passengers.
  • The best part about the Jetta is affordability with a lower starting MSRP than the Elantra.

Visit Volkswagen of Duluth today to experience the fun and amazing in a New Jetta. If you are a proud Jetta owner and are in need of Manufacturer Suggested Maintenance or Service, schedule an appointment today. Would you like to update your pre-owned Jetta? Find the value of your current vehicle or contact our team so we can help you fall in love with your new model year of the Volkswagen Jetta.

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