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2023 Volkswagen Jetta, After a significant facelift last year, the Volkswagen Jetta is anticipated to mostly remain unchanged in 2023, with remote start being the only distinguishing feature for SE variants. The Jetta is now a more competitive rival to the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, and Kia Forte thanks to recent modifications.
New appearance, more standard equipment, better electronics, and a new turbocharged engine were among of the upgrades implemented. The Jetta’s power should rise as a result of them. The 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-four engine in the Jetta now has 158 horsepower, an increase of 11 horsepower from the previous model, so it should feel less sluggish. The Jetta GLI (which we review separately) delivers GTI-like performance in a sedan packaging if you’re looking for more power.
The sharp Elantra and Forte stand in stark contrast to the Volkswagen’s simple design, and the Jetta looks less confident than the Civic. The Jetta chooses a simpler (and better) approach with dials and buttons for the temperature and volume/tuning knobs for its screen, in contrast to other Volkswagen vehicles that disproportionately rely on touch controls on the center stack and steering wheel for most tasks. If only the GTI and ID.4 could also travel back in time a little bit.
The Jetta presently stands out as an alternative to the well-liked compact sedans due to its emphasis on beauty and cost, lengthy list of standard features, and two years/20,000 mile annual maintenance. Due to its roomy back seat, it is also a better option for persons who frequently transport more than two passengers. For further details on the trim levels of the Jetta and how it compares to rivals, see the table below.
Performance – Engine, Transmission, and Other
Each Jetta features a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that generates 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque and drives the front wheels. An eight-speed automatic transmission is an additional choice to the standard model’s six-speed manual transmission. Our automatic SEL test vehicle accelerated to 60 mph on our test track in 7.1 seconds, which is 0.6 seconds quicker than the automatic Jetta we previously examined.
The ride in the automobile is quiet and comfortable, although the light steering lacks accuracy. The Jetta isn’t a roundabout racer when compared to rivals like the Mazda 3, but it leans into sharp turns when traveling above the speed limit. However, those looking for pleasant traveling will find solace in its tranquility.
Fuel efficiency
On our 75 mph fuel-economy route, the VW Jetta achieved an astounding 42 mpg, above its EPA predictions. The standard automatic, with a predicted 31 mpg city and 41 mpg highway, is the most affordable option among the six-speed manual and eight-speed automatic transmission options for the 2019 Jettas, according to EPA estimations. Three-pedal Jettas get 29 mpg in the city and 42 mpg on the interstate, according to the EPA. Due to changes in equipment, the Jetta Sport, SE, and SEL trims have significantly lower ratings, with an EPA-rated 29 mpg for city driving and 40 mpg for highway cruising.
Cargo, comfort, and the interior
The Jetta offers passengers a comfortable interior area. Each higher trim level’s amenities become more alluring, yet every cabin is driver-friendly and offers a great perspective of the outside world. High-end features like customizable interior lighting, wireless device charging, and ventilated front seats are only available on the most expensive versions. Unexpectedly, the Jetta could accommodate more carry-on luggage than the standard Golf hatchback. Compared to the five pieces of baggage that the Golf’s back seat could hold, the sedan’s trunk could hold seven. When the back seats are folded, the Jetta has three more bags than the Golf (18 overall). The Jetta has two interior cubby storage options: a helpful door pocket and a spacious center console bin.
