Volkswagen

Volkswagen Jetta

Price $15,875 – $28,875
Fuel consumption 4.6 – 9.9 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 83%(view ratings)
The new Jetta introduced last year is Volkswagen’s entry-level model. The four engine options include a 2.0L 4-cylinder with 115 hp, a 2.0L turbo with 200 hp, a diesel with 140 hp and a 5-cylinder diesel with 170 hp. In addition, there are three possible transmissions, including a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic. So far, it is the most popular VW car in Canada.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 83%
Driving 8/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 10/10
Reliability 8/10
Winter driving 8/10
Comfort 8/10

What's new in 2012

No major change

Pros

  • Huge selection of models
  • Diesel turbo
  • GLI version
  • Affordable base trim
  • Very spacious
  • Reasonable road holding

Cons

  • Anonymous body shape
  • 2.0-litre engine barely does the trick
  • Some plastics cheap-looking
  • Some of the finishings could be better

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