2024 Volkswagen Jetta

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Rating5.8
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$21,435 - $28,825
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 5, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Refined engine

Stiff brake pedal

No major changes in the 2024 edition

User-friendly infotainment

Confusion steering controls

Ample interior storage

Specs & Features

$21,435

price

158 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

184 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

torque

8-Speed Automatic

transmission

1.5L 4cyl FWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta makes for an excellent contender in the compact sedan class. With 4 trims on offer, the Volkswagen Jetta has a base MSRP of $20,500, with prices going all the way up to an MSRP of $28,500 competing directly with the Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic, and the Mazda 3. Only a 1.5L turbocharged Inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission and 8-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 7.7 seconds, the Volkswagen Jetta maintains a combined fuel economy of 34 MPG. Volkswagen offers the Jetta in 5 stunning colors. 

Buying Advice

The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta comes with a 1.5L turbocharged Inline 4 engine. The basic engine produces 158 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. There is, however, the option of an 8-speed automatic transmission that reaches 60 MPH mark in 7.7 seconds. The suspension was designed to absorb minor road imperfections. The refined engine of the compact sedan offers great ride quality and the ample storage makes it a practical choice in the market. 

Trims

    S
    $21,435 onwards
    • Engine: 1.5L 4cyl FWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 158 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: TBD sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    Sport
    $22,585 onwards
    • Engine: 1.5L 4cyl FWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 158 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: TBD sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    SE
    $24,875 onwards
    • Engine: 1.5L 4cyl FWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 158 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.7 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -
    SEL
    $28,825 onwards
    • Engine: 1.5L 4cyl FWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 158 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.7 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -

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2024 Volkswagen Jetta vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.1 sec16.3 sec124 mph
    8.1 sec16.2 sec114 mph
    8.1 sec16.4 sec123 mph
    2024 Mazda 3

    Ranked #2

    8.5 sec16.8 sec122 mph

    2024 Volkswagen Jetta vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      29 mpg42 mpg-13.2 gal.-
      32 mpg41 mpg36 mpg14 gal.-
      32 mpg41 mpg35 mpg13.2 gal.-
      30 mpg41 mpg34 mpg14 gal.-
      2024 Mazda 3

      Ranked #4

      28 mpg37 mpg31 mpg13.2 gal.369.6/488.4 mi.
      30 mpg40 mpg24 mpg12.4 gal.-

      2024 Volkswagen Jetta vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        186.5 in.80.2 in.57.7 in.5.5 in.105.7 in.
        184.1 in.71.9 in.55.7 in.5.3 in.107.1 in. -
        2024 Mazda 3

        Ranked #3

        183.5 in.70.7 in.56.9 in.5.5 in.107.3 in. -
        182.9 in.71.5 in.56.9 in.4.8 in.106.6 in. -
        182.7 in.70.9 in.56.5 in.5.3 in.106.3 in. -
        182.3 in.70.1 in.56.5 in.5.3 in.106.3 in. -

        2024 Volkswagen Jetta vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14.1 cu.ft.-14.1 cu.ft.
          15.3 cu.ft.96 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.
          14.3 cu.ft.96.1 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.
          14.2 cu.ft.99.4 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.
          2024 Mazda 3

          Ranked #5

          13.2 cu.ft.92.8 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.
          13.1 cu.ft.88.6 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.

          2024 Volkswagen Jetta vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            14.1 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.
            13.1 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.
            15.3 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.
            2024 Mazda 3

            Ranked #4

            13.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.
            14.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.
            14.2 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.

            2024 Volkswagen Jetta vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              926 lbs.2895 lbs.
              860 lbs.2955 lbs.
              1133 lbs.2868 lbs.
              1023 lbs.-
              -3036 lbs.
              2024 Mazda 3

              Ranked #1

              955 lbs.3124 lbs.

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