The larger Volkswagen Jetta is tailored specifically for Americans. We take the popular sedan for a full road test. Find us on your TV @ www.motorweek.o...
@@pattyofurniture8059 Yea, that's exactly what I like about VAG cars, their clean teutonic design philosophy. I wish you all the best for your next car. ;)
I know there is a lot of people who had bad experience, but that does not mean all VW are bad. I had a 2010 VW Tiguan with 130K miles, no problem at all. Not even electrical. I gave that car away to a family's friend's son as gift for his birthday. I just bought another 2018 VW Tiguan. 6yr/72K warranty should take care of any issue, if any. That's better than BMW and MBZ, and I also own a MBZ diesel. No issue with that too. I know services are more expensive, but if done properly; there shouldn't be any problem. My 2002 Toyota Camry had the whole transmission replaced under warranty, and it was made in Japan too. My friends Lexus GS350 had transmission issues, so bad that Lexus voluntary returned her money or replacement. Now she drives an Infiniti.
FLJAMESFL That’s true, but they are boring cars. No enthusiast say they are into Toyota or Lexus. Beatles and micro bus are very sought after. VW GTI drives better than anything that Toyota makes. Toyota can only brag about their reliability. Even the current CEO of Toyota, direct descendant of the Toyota founder, Akio Toyoda complains that their car lack excitement or soul.
Mike Cha Would have to disagree with that statement about “boring”. Maybe in the pass, but now Toyota is killing it with design. I drive a 2016 Lexus GS 200T F-Sport now and that car is amazing to drive in all moods. I feel 100% confident in the car’s ability to handle whatever I throw at it. And this is coming from a guy that owned a 2007 VW GLI Fahrenheit edition. Boy, did I love that car. Still regret selling it till this day. Plan on getting the LC or LS next. Now talk about design and performance all rolled up into one.
FLJAMESFL Thanks for chatting with a Motörhead like me :p. I raise you LC and LS with R8 and S8. Both with Quattro and 4 liter twin turbo with 605hp. That would be my dream garage. Too bad now VW owns Porsche, they are killing Audi racing, so it won’t compete with little sister Porsche.
Mike Cha Nice chatting with you as well. Yah I’m definitely going to say Audi is ahead of Lexus in performance branding because they have been in the game for a very long time. Lexus has really just started a true effect in performance brands. Give Lexus another 10 years to truly focus on performance enhanced vehicles and they will be killing it soon too. Btw I do love your drama garage. LoL I have nothing against the “Germans” except having to go into the repair-shop Unexpectedly. I hate service, period.
Don't know how the EPA mileage estimates is so low. The 200- mile drive home home from the dealer got me 46.9 mpg and the whole first tank with gradually increase spirited runs to help break in the engine got a combined 42 mpg and well over 500 miles out of that tank. That's as good as my TDIs would do, with gas currently $1.00 per gallon less. The engine also has a very TDI-similar feel with lots of torque. You read it right. Very surprising engine. 3.5 years later: averaging over 38 mpg work little highway driving. Handles like any VW we've ever had... Great!
picking up my Rline today...VW rabbit/golf was the first car I owned when I first got my license...35 years later I've returned to VW...nice refined drive for a compact
Mr. Davis: thank you for another great road test in such succinct style. I've always relied on your opinion since it seems I was a kid but I'm 71 and you don't seem to age?!?! I think this is the car for an old man to get to the grocery store and the 'line-up' of doctors I seem to have to run to all the time. If YOU liked the car I'm sure I'll like the car. Thanks, as always, FREEZINGINSASKATCHEWAN.
I've loved my VWs (02 GTI, 04 GTI, 17 Alltrack), and think the 7th gen/MQB architecture really shines through on any car built on it. The Jetta will likely be the blandest choice, cheaper and bigger than the Golf, with more emphasis on tech for your dollar. That's fine. I hope they sell plenty, and keep bringing over good Golfs, GTIs, and Rs! I feel like they're the choice to have as a daily driver for an enthusiast looking to spend reasonable money on a car that won't cause them problems but be enjoyable. :)
It's a Commuter Car with different trim levels...and it does the job well. I own a 2019 Jetta SE, and put 70 miles a day on it. I get decent driving manners, nice acceleration and crisp handling. I also get between 35 and 40 miles a gallon, if not more. It does what it was designed to do, and it does it flawlessly. If you want performance, then wait for the GLI. My only complaint is that the passenger seat height adjustment was deleted on all trim levels.
The new Jetta definitely looks very Audi-ish. I currently drive a 2015 Jetta and I love it. I will be in the market soon for another new car; I will probably end-up getting the new 2019 Jetta. It's a good all-around car. When you look at other comparable cars in this market, the Jetta is a better choice.
Just wait a few years. You may regret it. I had a 2011 Jetta Sportwagen TDI for 1 year. In that time, I had 10 major issues arise. Plus, VW's are pricey to repair compared to domestic and Japanese competitors. I've also found that many independent mechanics want nothing to do with VW.
JP W there’s a reason for the warranty. Longer warranty the more reason you need it. It’s a gimmick designed to get people back into buying the car usually do to crappy reliability.
People wondering and complaining where the 1.8T and independent rear suspension went, as usual in CZcams comments, missing or willfully omitting the point. This is the lowest cost Jetta VW has ever offered. They really, really stepped up the quality of the interior. They had to cut costs elsewhere, like the rear suspension. 100% of drivers will notice the interior while an insignificant fraction would ACTUALLY notice the rear suspension. Complaining about the rear suspension...are you gonna track this 1.4 liter 4 banger? How the hell do you drive that you're worried about understeer on your way to pick up your kids from karate? If the rear suspension plays a role in your daily commute you need your license revoked. You'll have to be pushing the envelope HARD for the back end to get squirrely. That said.... We haven't seen the GLI yet.... That's likely where you'll see the 1.8T (probably 2.0T) and upgraded rear suspension. Why? Because THAT'S the buyer way more likely to notice the increased power and handling. That's for the daddies (and some mommies) who want to drop off the kids and go blast through some twisties.
Precisely. They had to cut some nice things in order to keep the price down and upgrade the interior to appease the buying masses. Most drivers won't miss either the 1.8 nor the independent suspension. I think the GLI will certainly be back with the 2.0T but if VW is smart they should also bring back the 1.8T Sport as a lower cost alternative to the GLI aimed at enthusiasts. That was the sweet spot for the MK6.
The GLI will likely be a 2.0T, since that's the engine the GTI uses, and the fact that the new Jetta is more closely related to the Mk7 Golf than the Mk6 was (Mk6 Jetta was the A5 platform, specifically the PQ35, closely related to the Mk6 Golf, whereas the Mk7 upgrades to the MQB platform that the Mk7 Golf, Tiguan, and Atlas use). If the 1.8 returns at all, it'll probably be under the new GT trim package first seen on the '18 Passat, but given that the NMS Passat ditched the 1.8T for the 2018 model year, those chances are looking a little slimmer. It'll probably be 1.4T for lower spec models and the 2.0T (possibly upgraded) for the GLI.
What about Golf which is based on the same platform? Even the lowest trims come with 1.8t, independent rear suspension and price is not a whole lot higher. This actually makes jetta more expensive for what you get.
I LOVE MY 2019 JETTA SEL PREMIUM!! I've gotten up to 46.7 mpg, and my gas tank gets filled with $43 @ the most, in the Las Vegas area and $37 at the least.
@@nicolearcega9407 It's holding up very well. No issues so far. I drive a lot to California and back to Vegas, so the gas factor was a great deal in picking it out. Also, I had been wanting a VW for a bit. It was actually a year, yesterday, that my husband purchased it for me. Hopefully, this will be my forever car.
Really enjoy having these as rentals when I can get them. The build quality is good, I don't like the interior material quality as compared to earlier models, but it is better than some recent Toyota models that I have driven. LED headlights are on par with that in my 2016 Audi A6 Prestige, and I feel the Jetta has a bit better corner vision with the LED lights. I really like the 1.4T engine, it is good on torque, and decent for roll on power and midrange torque. Really dislike the stereo however, they sound really flat, too much midrange, no highs in the base stereo.
When I looked at the websites between the new Jetta S, 2018 Corolla S and the Civic LX Base models, If wanted the lowest priced, then go for the corolla but personally I would've took my chances on the Jetta S with Auto. Transmission and Drivers Assistant Pkg. and the Civic with CVT and Honda Sensing because they provide more safety features then the Corolla
They really failed on this car, if you see them on the road it looks too stubby from the back, and the rear window quarter panel treatment looks strange, also the wheels are too tucked in it just looks really really bad and sad
Dan Favata Well the GLI looks really good, but a 1.4t Jetta is in the mid-7 second range, and GLI is just under six seconds, I have a 2012 XF 5.0 non supercharged so no Jetta is going to blow my doors off that’s for sure...
Steven Juris I know it’s so strange, and it’s cheaper than the GTI, I would mob one of those any day, they are beautiful cars especially with all the options in the digital cockpit. Would love to have one as long as it’s under warranty LOL
Dan Favata The Jetta whether it be the 99 through 2004 or five, or the 2011, Always had a good stance with the rims, even 17s looked really good on them, there’s just something off about the wheel arches and the stance on the new Jetta other than the GLI
Disappointing that VW is steadily removing the German agility and performance that made earlier Jettas stand out in a sea of bland sedans. The answer to bland appears to be add blandness.
This isn't a full road test. There's no track testing. But the new Jetta seems like a great value for the money. I don't like that they downgraded the rear suspension, but it seems to perform well and has a lot of features.
But I'm sure you'll drive a Ford (and have the steering wheel come off), or a GM product (and have the car shut off in the middle of driving). You're not important enough for principles. Sorry.
GLI is a 2.0T, same as the GTI. The 1.8T was the midrange engine. Either VW will likely go the Passat route and offer a GT model inbetween the 1.4T and GLI models, or simply do away with it like VW did in the Passat (where nearly the same 2.0T, this time sourced from the Tiguan replaced the 1.8T).
If they do that, it'll probably be rebranded as a Jetta GT, as a smaller sibling to the new Passat GT. Kinda like the RS package available from Chevrolet, and a step down from R-Line models.
I have a 2017 Jetta SE 5-speed. it's awesome and fairly well loaded for the price. The 1.4T is super peppy with a lot of torque and it does have the independent rear suspension. It totally sucks they do not offer a manual now on any trim other than the S. It's Volkswagen. The Europeans should always have an options for us people who prefer manual.
Please how is gearing with the car now for we in Nigeria we don't believe in Jetta again they have gear problem if only they can rectify it that will be good thanks
An attractive exterior and better fuel economy appears to be good news. But the elephant in the room is the reliability history - German cars are good for 3 to 4 years then they start to get very expensive to maintain so most people get rid of them. Hence a 48% depreciation in resale value in only 3 years.
Jetta doesnt sell much in Europe but here in Turkey people still prefer compact sedans and they pay tons of money for jettas which have those shitty dsg transmissions which break down in a short period of time and cost their users tons of money. If you are looking for reliability stick to the Japanese which you can reach all of their types there in the US
I actually find it _easy_ to argue with that terribly ugly oversized grille. Plus the lack of a manual transmission on anything other than the base S trim level. And if a torsion beam rear suspension is supposed to save space compared to IRS, then why are the trunk and fuel tank both smaller than the previous Jetta, despite the car being three inches longer and almost an inch wider?
Good luck finding a car with a small grille these days, I think VW actually did it quite well compared to others out there. And the GLI will have a manual and better rear suspension along with the 220HP 2.0T from the Golf GTI.
The only driving excitement I got was my sphincter clenching as I came into a corner and it got floaty. The auto transmission is meh unless you use the tiptronic, and then you need to beat it like it owes you money to get any kind of forward thrust. The fuel economy was nice, but it still didn't match my post fix 2014 TDI.
New dash is very similar to the Elantra. Hyundai haters like to say they copy from other manufacturers, but truth be told, EVERYBODY copies good stuff from everybody else these days.
Feels like something built by FAW-Volkswagen (一汽-大众) you find in China. That's not a criticism, but it feels kind of bargain basement with some nice technology onboard. Standard equipment is generous, but I still find the Civic, Elantra, Cruze and even its stablemate Golf to be better options in the segment.
Abdiassis Ahmed The way VW does things, they'll probably bring over the Euro Passat once they get a new and improved version (meaning we get the old version which is new to us). Of course we will basically get the Euro Passat soon when the Arteon goes on sale, but it's going to be a lot more expensive than what you'd normally pay for something like that..
The French Traveler Artsinfotos No way, the Arteon will be VW's flagship sedan in the U.S., priced quite a bit higher than the Passat, just like the CC it's replacing. The Passat is VW's second best selling car (behind the Jetta) in the U.S., they'll simply redesign a "North America" model or bring over the current Euro Passat and call it an all new model.
orbits2 the question is, are you a grown up? Because you couldn't even read my comment, I never said fake exhausts are a new thing. Yet they are tacky and gimmicky, and something you would expect to find on a toy car, like a powerwheels, and if you like and defend them then I guess that says allot about your taste or age
LED headlights on all trims. No more hubcaps. These are good decisions. Next up - Drop the fake exhaust tips and put the manual in whatever trim the customer wants.
I agree that the Civic looks are not good at all (but better than hideous Toyota), if that is what you mean. As far as reliability and mechanical virtue, I think the Civic is among the best cars on the road. Style wise, nobody can beat the Germans except Hyundai, because Hyundai hired the best German engineers. :)
Christopher Calder I agree. The Germans know how to do style better than just about anybody. Sometimes they go a little over the top but never anything like the current Civic. That thing looks like the love child of Bumblebee after a long night with a Linksys router.
Ew. I have to strongly disagree with both Trollbuster and Christopher Calder. I can't believe you think VWs are stylish and 'sometimes go over the top'. I feel their designers must all be 62 year old men waiting to retire. Everytime they (and Audi) comes out with something, it already looks 10 years old. And it's not classy, it's just lack of imagination and passion. Perfect look for Shanghai taxicabs.
I understand your feeling. I think the 2018 Hyundai Sonata and the new Hyundai Accent are works of industrial art and far better visual designs than any VW or Audi. I think the Jetta is better looking than any Honda or Toyota sedan. The Jetta is not perfect and not totally new. I like the 2018 Jaguars, but they are not totally new either. If you create something truly ugly because you are just trying to be new and edgy, then you have made a big mistake. Maybe Audi is too conservative, but I can understand their reluctance for radical change that might go horribly wrong.
Style-wise, looks good in a conservative way, but the face is...questionable. Since this is VW, we'll be stuck with it for at least 6yrs probably. I recommend VW stop doing mono-color black interiors. Looks incredibly drab and depressing with their infamous conservative interior designs.
What had happened to my beloved Volkswagen? Do they believe all Americans want space and practicality, with no sportiness or style? That is what made VW special. Seems as if they've lost sight of that. No new VW's for me. 2007 Passat wagon owner.
I’d just buy the base model with a manual transmission. I know for sure it’ll last a long time, since it doesn’t have many safety features, electronics, and the problematic DSG automatic transmission.
@@sam7748 Alexandria Virginia, and I just checked again, the base models are now going for 16k, they must have had a promotion awhile back, cause I saw some listed for 13k.
Too bad they are catering to the NA market. I use to love their line up of vehicles, now I only like the Golf. I'm afraid to see what they do to the next generation Golf.
DUAL EXHAUST TIPS THAT ARE FAKE AF. But. I do like the car. The complaints I have about it. Is. The back entertainment. There’s nothing to offer. And no heated seats or ventilated seats and there’s no air vents in the back. The the I hate about the R-line trim is that it’s more better but why not just add projector beam headlamps. I hate when auto makers cheapen out on that. And only 4 speakers in the R-Line when it doesn’t even have added power??? Like c’mon. But! I do love it. I might just splurge up on the one more higher trim so I can get the bears audio in the car.
Just bought a 2019 Jetta SEL. We've owned many VWs and this may be our favorite so far. It is a lot of car for the money.
It seems to me like I am the only Person that loves the new Jetta's Design.
You are.
I like it. It isn't overdone and bloated like some other cars out there now. It is in the running for my next car, hopefully in the spring of '19.
@@pattyofurniture8059 Yea, that's exactly what I like about VAG cars, their clean teutonic design philosophy. I wish you all the best for your next car. ;)
Bought a 19 SEL and its great......it is pretty much an Audi at half the price. Can't say enough good things about it!
I like mine...an SE too. The new lines give it an executive and somewhat serious look...to me...
I know there is a lot of people who had bad experience, but that does not mean all VW are bad. I had a 2010 VW Tiguan with 130K miles, no problem at all. Not even electrical. I gave that car away to a family's friend's son as gift for his birthday. I just bought another 2018 VW Tiguan. 6yr/72K warranty should take care of any issue, if any. That's better than BMW and MBZ, and I also own a MBZ diesel. No issue with that too. I know services are more expensive, but if done properly; there shouldn't be any problem. My 2002 Toyota Camry had the whole transmission replaced under warranty, and it was made in Japan too. My friends Lexus GS350 had transmission issues, so bad that Lexus voluntary returned her money or replacement. Now she drives an Infiniti.
Lexus and Toyota are still the best as far as reliability and residual value at the end of the day. And that’s a fact.
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That’s true, but they are boring cars. No enthusiast say they are into Toyota or Lexus. Beatles and micro bus are very sought after. VW GTI drives better than anything that Toyota makes. Toyota can only brag about their reliability. Even the current CEO of Toyota, direct descendant of the Toyota founder, Akio Toyoda complains that their car lack excitement or soul.
Mike Cha Would have to disagree with that statement about “boring”. Maybe in the pass, but now Toyota is killing it with design. I drive a 2016 Lexus GS 200T F-Sport now and that car is amazing to drive in all moods. I feel 100% confident in the car’s ability to handle whatever I throw at it. And this is coming from a guy that owned a 2007 VW GLI Fahrenheit edition. Boy, did I love that car. Still regret selling it till this day. Plan on getting the LC or LS next. Now talk about design and performance all rolled up into one.
FLJAMESFL
Thanks for chatting with a Motörhead like me :p. I raise you LC and LS with R8 and S8. Both with Quattro and 4 liter twin turbo with 605hp. That would be my dream garage. Too bad now VW owns Porsche, they are killing Audi racing, so it won’t compete with little sister Porsche.
Mike Cha Nice chatting with you as well. Yah I’m definitely going to say Audi is ahead of Lexus in performance branding because they have been in the game for a very long time. Lexus has really just started a true effect in performance brands. Give Lexus another 10 years to truly focus on performance enhanced vehicles and they will be killing it soon too. Btw I do love your drama garage. LoL I have nothing against the “Germans” except having to go into the repair-shop Unexpectedly. I hate service, period.
John Davis is such an amazing automotive reviewer! This guy rocks!
Don't know how the EPA mileage estimates is so low. The 200- mile drive home home from the dealer got me 46.9 mpg and the whole first tank with gradually increase spirited runs to help break in the engine got a combined 42 mpg and well over 500 miles out of that tank. That's as good as my TDIs would do, with gas currently $1.00 per gallon less.
The engine also has a very TDI-similar feel with lots of torque. You read it right. Very surprising engine.
3.5 years later: averaging over 38 mpg work little highway driving. Handles like any VW we've ever had... Great!
At least it doesn't have a cvt
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Honestly at this point Id take 4spd auto over CVT
@@directreply350 a 4spd auto might be better than this auto tbh. I haven't hated how a compact drove this much since a 2014 Corolla.
What's so bad about cvt
picking up my Rline today...VW rabbit/golf was the first car I owned when I first got my license...35 years later I've returned to VW...nice refined drive for a compact
Much better than the previous Jetta
Mr. Davis: thank you for another great road test in such succinct style. I've always relied on your opinion since it seems I was a kid but I'm 71 and you don't seem to age?!?! I think this is the car for an old man to get to the grocery store and the 'line-up' of doctors I seem to have to run to all the time. If YOU liked the car I'm sure I'll like the car. Thanks, as always, FREEZINGINSASKATCHEWAN.
Love my 2019 Jetta R-Line. It's a great car!
Love my 2019 R-line as we'll.
In Brazil there is the Jetta 2.0 turbo GLI. It does 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and goes to 250 km/h limited. 230 horsepower !!!
I've loved my VWs (02 GTI, 04 GTI, 17 Alltrack), and think the 7th gen/MQB architecture really shines through on any car built on it. The Jetta will likely be the blandest choice, cheaper and bigger than the Golf, with more emphasis on tech for your dollar. That's fine. I hope they sell plenty, and keep bringing over good Golfs, GTIs, and Rs! I feel like they're the choice to have as a daily driver for an enthusiast looking to spend reasonable money on a car that won't cause them problems but be enjoyable. :)
It's a Commuter Car with different trim levels...and it does the job well. I own a 2019 Jetta SE, and put 70 miles a day on it. I get decent driving manners, nice acceleration and crisp handling. I also get between 35 and 40 miles a gallon, if not more. It does what it was designed to do, and it does it flawlessly. If you want performance, then wait for the GLI. My only complaint is that the passenger seat height adjustment was deleted on all trim levels.
I can get that in my 3 with almost 40 more hp and don’t have to pay for expensive turbo repairs.
Damn that guy hasn’t aged a day, I test drove a Jetta and loved it! It’s a lot better then the last generation.
Im considering buying the arteon when it comes out
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That car does look awesome, and is the only way to get the European Passat (different than our Passat) in the U.S.
It's gonna be a good car, but you could get an A4 for a similar price. Consider that if you're thinking of an arteon
Briggs Lawler with the exception of RS line and the R8, Audis are crap. It’s all about the badge. Stick to the Arteon, you’re on the right track man
Douglas Hamner nice. Closest thing that we got to the B7 / B8 Passat here in The States, that's for sure
The new Jetta definitely looks very Audi-ish. I currently drive a 2015 Jetta and I love it. I will be in the market soon for another new car; I will probably end-up getting the new 2019 Jetta. It's a good all-around car. When you look at other comparable cars in this market, the Jetta is a better choice.
Very happy with my new 2019 Jetta
Just wait a few years. You may regret it. I had a 2011 Jetta Sportwagen TDI for 1 year. In that time, I had 10 major issues arise. Plus, VW's are pricey to repair compared to domestic and Japanese competitors. I've also found that many independent mechanics want nothing to do with VW.
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6 year warrenty
JP W there’s a reason for the warranty. Longer warranty the more reason you need it. It’s a gimmick designed to get people back into buying the car usually do to crappy reliability.
Bought the 2019 and very happy
Keep pumping the vids!
What happened to the 0-60 acceleration, 60-0 stopping, and the slalom tests?
Love my white S model with a 6 speed!!!!!! great driver, bigtime mpgs!!!
People wondering and complaining where the 1.8T and independent rear suspension went, as usual in CZcams comments, missing or willfully omitting the point.
This is the lowest cost Jetta VW has ever offered. They really, really stepped up the quality of the interior. They had to cut costs elsewhere, like the rear suspension. 100% of drivers will notice the interior while an insignificant fraction would ACTUALLY notice the rear suspension.
Complaining about the rear suspension...are you gonna track this 1.4 liter 4 banger? How the hell do you drive that you're worried about understeer on your way to pick up your kids from karate? If the rear suspension plays a role in your daily commute you need your license revoked. You'll have to be pushing the envelope HARD for the back end to get squirrely.
That said....
We haven't seen the GLI yet....
That's likely where you'll see the 1.8T (probably 2.0T) and upgraded rear suspension. Why? Because THAT'S the buyer way more likely to notice the increased power and handling. That's for the daddies (and some mommies) who want to drop off the kids and go blast through some twisties.
Precisely. They had to cut some nice things in order to keep the price down and upgrade the interior to appease the buying masses. Most drivers won't miss either the 1.8 nor the independent suspension. I think the GLI will certainly be back with the 2.0T but if VW is smart they should also bring back the 1.8T Sport as a lower cost alternative to the GLI aimed at enthusiasts. That was the sweet spot for the MK6.
The GLI will likely be a 2.0T, since that's the engine the GTI uses, and the fact that the new Jetta is more closely related to the Mk7 Golf than the Mk6 was (Mk6 Jetta was the A5 platform, specifically the PQ35, closely related to the Mk6 Golf, whereas the Mk7 upgrades to the MQB platform that the Mk7 Golf, Tiguan, and Atlas use).
If the 1.8 returns at all, it'll probably be under the new GT trim package first seen on the '18 Passat, but given that the NMS Passat ditched the 1.8T for the 2018 model year, those chances are looking a little slimmer. It'll probably be 1.4T for lower spec models and the 2.0T (possibly upgraded) for the GLI.
Torsion beam back on all trims... at least the higher end model should have irs
What??? That’s ludicrous! You don’t need to track a car to appreciate IRS. Try driving an IRS vs beam suspension back to back.
What about Golf which is based on the same platform? Even the lowest trims come with 1.8t, independent rear suspension and price is not a whole lot higher. This actually makes jetta more expensive for what you get.
I would’ve liked to have seen performance video (0-60mph , quarter mile speed/time, braking etc...).
If they can offer the GLI with 4Motion, that will do it for me.
Never happen in America. They stopped 4motion in the sedans because the VW 4motion sedan sales were eating into their Audi sales.
Damn! That would have been why I would have bought it...an Audi at a VW price...GRRRRRRRRRRRR!
Major Calvary it’s called an A3
I LOVE MY 2019 JETTA SEL PREMIUM!! I've gotten up to 46.7 mpg, and my gas tank gets filled with $43 @ the most, in the Las Vegas area and $37 at the least.
Hi hows your jetta holding up? Im thinking about getting the same car as yours and also live here in vegas
@@nicolearcega9407 It's holding up very well. No issues so far. I drive a lot to California and back to Vegas, so the gas factor was a great deal in picking it out. Also, I had been wanting a VW for a bit. It was actually a year, yesterday, that my husband purchased it for me. Hopefully, this will be my forever car.
Really enjoy having these as rentals when I can get them. The build quality is good, I don't like the interior material quality as compared to earlier models, but it is better than some recent Toyota models that I have driven. LED headlights are on par with that in my 2016 Audi A6 Prestige, and I feel the Jetta has a bit better corner vision with the LED lights. I really like the 1.4T engine, it is good on torque, and decent for roll on power and midrange torque. Really dislike the stereo however, they sound really flat, too much midrange, no highs in the base stereo.
It looks so tight and tall seen in the front.
The previous model have better proportions
I have a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI with just over 75,000 miles on it. I like my diesel car and I think it's a tragedy that the brand went through that
I loved the look of this car when it was first revealed, but now I’m not a fan of the front end. Side and back look good though.
When I looked at the websites between the new Jetta S, 2018 Corolla S and the Civic LX Base models,
If wanted the lowest priced, then go for the corolla but personally I would've took my chances on the Jetta S with Auto. Transmission and Drivers Assistant Pkg. and the Civic with CVT and Honda Sensing because they provide more safety features then the Corolla
They really failed on this car, if you see them on the road it looks too stubby from the back, and the rear window quarter panel treatment looks strange, also the wheels are too tucked in it just looks really really bad and sad
Dan Favata don’t see many GLIs out there. That’s the only Jetta with power.
Dan Favata Well the GLI looks really good, but a 1.4t Jetta is in the mid-7 second range, and GLI is just under six seconds, I have a 2012 XF 5.0 non supercharged so no Jetta is going to blow my doors off that’s for sure...
Steven Juris I know it’s so strange, and it’s cheaper than the GTI, I would mob one of those any day, they are beautiful cars especially with all the options in the digital cockpit. Would love to have one as long as it’s under warranty LOL
Dan Favata The Jetta whether it be the 99 through 2004 or five, or the 2011, Always had a good stance with the rims, even 17s looked really good on them, there’s just something off about the wheel arches and the stance on the new Jetta other than the GLI
Disappointing that VW is steadily removing the German agility and performance that made earlier Jettas stand out in a sea of bland sedans. The answer to bland appears to be add blandness.
sharp little car I think VW makes some nice cars just gotta factor reliability into ownership
in other words back and forth to the dealer every 2-3 weeks
Buy 2, so you will always have one to drive.
Who would buy this mexican vw in europe???
orbits2 Funny how I know many who have had their VWs well over 300k with 0 issues. You're thinking of Chrysler/Chevy.
can always get a wolfsburg version of the jetta?
Perfect car , good job Vw ❤️
This isn't a full road test. There's no track testing. But the new Jetta seems like a great value for the money. I don't like that they downgraded the rear suspension, but it seems to perform well and has a lot of features.
Still looking for a track on my daily commute.
I'll *never* drive a VW again. Loved the video as usual though, it's always great to see you leading the show.
Why?
chigasaki06 because he’s a pussy
But I'm sure you'll drive a Ford (and have the steering wheel come off), or a GM product (and have the car shut off in the middle of driving). You're not important enough for principles. Sorry.
Hope it's not for moral reasons, or else by that standard you'd be a hypocrite driving anything at all.
asdlkfjawoeijfldkf Don't forget falling apart. lol
The new Jetta is almost the size of the current Passat. It's about the size of the current Civic. They're "big" comapcts.
Charles allen jr I actually compared the size differences and the Jetta really is just inches smaller.
Charles allen jr and the Cruze is slightly big. But it’s a perfect size. For me. I’m 5’5.9” tall. But I’m still 16. So imma still have time to grow.
I have the 2017 Hyundai Elantra Sedan. it's almost the size of the Civic and Cruze . I just added the 2018 Hyundai SEL Plus
I'm getting 54 mpg mostly highway but some city driving! Far, far better than the 30/40 rating.
Straight highway it's 58 mpg
where the hell is the 1.8t?
Sadly, gone. It may come back after the GLI is introduced next year if VW also brings back the Sport.
Probably saved for the GLI
GLI is a 2.0T, same as the GTI. The 1.8T was the midrange engine.
Either VW will likely go the Passat route and offer a GT model inbetween the 1.4T and GLI models, or simply do away with it like VW did in the Passat (where nearly the same 2.0T, this time sourced from the Tiguan replaced the 1.8T).
If they do that, it'll probably be rebranded as a Jetta GT, as a smaller sibling to the new Passat GT. Kinda like the RS package available from Chevrolet, and a step down from R-Line models.
FrostyCoug buy a golf and STFU. You wouldn't buy one if it we're 1.8t
The interior is best in class.
I have a 2017 Jetta SE 5-speed. it's awesome and fairly well loaded for the price. The 1.4T is super peppy with a lot of torque and it does have the independent rear suspension. It totally sucks they do not offer a manual now on any trim other than the S. It's Volkswagen. The Europeans should always have an options for us people who prefer manual.
The Europeans always preferred manuals. Only they.don't bring enough manuals to the US.
Looks like a mix between an Audi and a Skoda
Because both evolved from the VW.
Please how is gearing with the car now for we in Nigeria we don't believe in Jetta again they have gear problem if only they can rectify it that will be good thanks
An attractive exterior and better fuel economy appears to be good news. But the elephant in the room is the reliability history - German cars are good for 3 to 4 years then they start to get very expensive to maintain so most people get rid of them. Hence a 48% depreciation in resale value in only 3 years.
Jetta doesnt sell much in Europe but here in Turkey people still prefer compact sedans and they pay tons of money for jettas which have those shitty dsg transmissions which break down in a short period of time and cost their users tons of money. If you are looking for reliability stick to the Japanese which you can reach all of their types there in the US
Is it worth getting the Jetta S model or should I go a step above, any differences.
tailored specifically for Americans , I didn't know Americans like to drive a 1.4 litre 147 horsepower 4 door sedan ,
I do!
Most Americans drive nothing under a 2.0L
@@buildmorefarms1007 drive a Corolla and this Jetta will feel like a rocket.
I do and I weekend a CTS-V coupe 6 speed. This Jetta is my new DD also in base S trim. Love it so far.
I actually find it _easy_ to argue with that terribly ugly oversized grille. Plus the lack of a manual transmission on anything other than the base S trim level. And if a torsion beam rear suspension is supposed to save space compared to IRS, then why are the trunk and fuel tank both smaller than the previous Jetta, despite the car being three inches longer and almost an inch wider?
VWestlife If you think that the grille is oversized then look at the new Toyota Camrys grille. Now that's huge.
move to Canada...manual in all models
Good luck finding a car with a small grille these days, I think VW actually did it quite well compared to others out there. And the GLI will have a manual and better rear suspension along with the 220HP 2.0T from the Golf GTI.
The only driving excitement I got was my sphincter clenching as I came into a corner and it got floaty. The auto transmission is meh unless you use the tiptronic, and then you need to beat it like it owes you money to get any kind of forward thrust. The fuel economy was nice, but it still didn't match my post fix 2014 TDI.
More lively than the civic? Including the Si with 200 hp and irs for similar money?
the turbo "breathing noises" at high gear and low rpm
The have 2019 Jetta SEL Premiums on auto trader for under 23K
VWs “american” version cars seem like they just tried to make a Hyundai
Don't insult Hyundai like that. lol
palebeachbum ahha I have a sonata and it’s approach to a sedan is similar to what the Jetta and Passat are
MrNick98 Hyundai hired an Audi designer as the director to design their cars
The guy designing hyundais cars used to design vw/audi so i see why youd say that
They saw Hyundai succeeded in U.S.
New dash is very similar to the Elantra. Hyundai haters like to say they copy from other manufacturers, but truth be told, EVERYBODY copies good stuff from everybody else these days.
Beautiful car!!! To bad is not going to be sold in Europe 🙁
Awesome money pit 👍.
Nice lid Ben.
The civic has full digital dash too
Where's the performance numbers?
It's a road test, not a track test.
It doesn't come with those. Another cost cutting measure.
Feels like something built by FAW-Volkswagen (一汽-大众) you find in China. That's not a criticism, but it feels kind of bargain basement with some nice technology onboard. Standard equipment is generous, but I still find the Civic, Elantra, Cruze and even its stablemate Golf to be better options in the segment.
Where is the “clean diesel” tdi? 😳
Any news about Passat updates?
Abdiassis Ahmed
The way VW does things, they'll probably bring over the Euro Passat once they get a new and improved version (meaning we get the old version which is new to us). Of course we will basically get the Euro Passat soon when the Arteon goes on sale, but it's going to be a lot more expensive than what you'd normally pay for something like that..
I think the Arteon is going to replace the Passat in the USA...just my opinion
The French Traveler Artsinfotos
No way, the Arteon will be VW's flagship sedan in the U.S., priced quite a bit higher than the Passat, just like the CC it's replacing. The Passat is VW's second best selling car (behind the Jetta) in the U.S., they'll simply redesign a "North America" model or bring over the current Euro Passat and call it an all new model.
No more independent rear suspension!?
The "more" VW needs in the T-Roc and short wheel base Tiguan which they refuse to bring to the US.
Why bring up the names Civic or Corolla when talking about the Jetta which is not a Golf.
Why did they ditch the irs again?
Fake exhaust, makes you wonder what else is a gimmick? Thumbs down
fake exhaust has been around for decades.
any gown ups in here?
Lic Driver Circa 1968
orbits2 the question is, are you a grown up? Because you couldn't even read my comment, I never said fake exhausts are a new thing. Yet they are tacky and gimmicky, and something you would expect to find on a toy car, like a powerwheels, and if you like and defend them then I guess that says allot about your taste or age
I read your comment little girl and I meant what I said
Agree. Fake exhausts are tacky. Period.
This one or the Elantra GT?
No road test???
LED headlights on all trims. No more hubcaps. These are good decisions. Next up - Drop the fake exhaust tips and put the manual in whatever trim the customer wants.
If you liked it better than the Civic, that says a lot.
You mean it's not saying much because the Civic is atrocious.
I agree that the Civic looks are not good at all (but better than hideous Toyota), if that is what you mean. As far as reliability and mechanical virtue, I think the Civic is among the best cars on the road. Style wise, nobody can beat the Germans except Hyundai, because Hyundai hired the best German engineers. :)
Christopher Calder I agree. The Germans know how to do style better than just about anybody. Sometimes they go a little over the top but never anything like the current Civic. That thing looks like the love child of Bumblebee after a long night with a Linksys router.
Ew. I have to strongly disagree with both Trollbuster and Christopher Calder. I can't believe you think VWs are stylish and 'sometimes go over the top'. I feel their designers must all be 62 year old men waiting to retire. Everytime they (and Audi) comes out with something, it already looks 10 years old. And it's not classy, it's just lack of imagination and passion. Perfect look for Shanghai taxicabs.
I understand your feeling. I think the 2018 Hyundai Sonata and the new Hyundai Accent are works of industrial art and far better visual designs than any VW or Audi. I think the Jetta is better looking than any Honda or Toyota sedan. The Jetta is not perfect and not totally new. I like the 2018 Jaguars, but they are not totally new either. If you create something truly ugly because you are just trying to be new and edgy, then you have made a big mistake. Maybe Audi is too conservative, but I can understand their reluctance for radical change that might go horribly wrong.
If they would make the beetle dune a real dune buggy and make it AWD or 4x4 it would help sales
That Fender badge looks like it came straight from the current generation Taurus..
Style-wise, looks good in a conservative way, but the face is...questionable. Since this is VW, we'll be stuck with it for at least 6yrs probably. I recommend VW stop doing mono-color black interiors. Looks incredibly drab and depressing with their infamous conservative interior designs.
Pony car good gas mileage and price good
The gap in the wheel well is the big problem. Get a GLI and it is gone.
VW needs a better cars designer
Please tell me the GLI isn't dead...
What had happened to my beloved Volkswagen? Do they believe all Americans want space and practicality, with no sportiness or style? That is what made VW special. Seems as if they've lost sight of that. No new VW's for me. 2007 Passat wagon owner.
Your beloved VW broke down and is by the side of the road awaiting AAA.
Buy the GTI then.
Yuck, the MK4 is still they're best Jetta.
I’d just buy the base model with a manual transmission. I know for sure it’ll last a long time, since it doesn’t have many safety features, electronics, and the problematic DSG automatic transmission.
In Alexandria VA, you can get the Jetta base for 13K brand new.
@@TheJiggs666 Which dealer in Alexandria, CA?
@@sam7748 Alexandria Virginia, and I just checked again, the base models are now going for 16k, they must have had a promotion awhile back, cause I saw some listed for 13k.
No track review i guess its probably slow an it dont look so attractive but probably in real it does
Very entertaining?? Like better than Mazda3?? I think MotorWeek needs to disclose how much each company pays for its reviews.
The back is super super cool. Basically an Audi from the back. However the front is pretty ugly...
This new Jetta looks ugly and bloated. The current one looks so clean and better looking
Jettas used to be unique. Not anymore. I don't think these new Jettas will hold their value like the older Jettas used to.
It is a nice looking car but that grill looks weird.
The last gen looked better. But its not awful
Betta getta jetta
They forgot to do acceleration and handling
So ugly. Much prefer the outgoing model, especially the front end
Nice "road test."
I've seen one in the top line trim, and it's a snoozer. I still can't get over that rump... it seems like the back is longer than the front overhang.
Too bad they are catering to the NA market. I use to love their line up of vehicles, now I only like the Golf. I'm afraid to see what they do to the next generation Golf.
Jesus too recognizable
Nissan Quest front end
DUAL EXHAUST TIPS THAT ARE FAKE AF. But. I do like the car. The complaints I have about it. Is. The back entertainment. There’s nothing to offer. And no heated seats or ventilated seats and there’s no air vents in the back. The the I hate about the R-line trim is that it’s more better but why not just add projector beam headlamps. I hate when auto makers cheapen out on that. And only 4 speakers in the R-Line when it doesn’t even have added power??? Like c’mon. But! I do love it. I might just splurge up on the one more higher trim so I can get the bears audio in the car.
Why does this video look like it was filmed in the 80s?
The old Jetta had one of the worst depreciations of any non-luxury car, I wonder if this one will be better
Buy a new Mazda 3. The 1.4T VW is a nightmare. Turbocharger failures and oil leaks. Ask any foreign car mechanic....