Volkswagen Jetta vs Dodge RAM 1500
Overview | |
Years produced1980-Present | Years produced1994-2010 |
MSRP$22,995 | MSRP$21,455 |
Listings376 | Listings2577 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryAt a base price under $23,500, the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta offers plenty of passenger space, a large trunk, and a fuel-efficient engine with plenty of zip. This year, Volkswagen tweaks this compact sedan’s styling, improves the interior, upgrades the handling, and adds more standard technology. Driving enthusiasts will appreciate the affordable Sport trim and the continued existence of the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, which still offers a manual transmission. This review is based on our experience with the Jetta SEL, which looks and feels more upscale than its price. Verdict: While the changes to the 2025 VW Jetta are appealing, some are missteps, such as the touch-sensing climate control system interface. Also, the Jetta isn’t a leader in its segment regarding safety ratings. Nevertheless, its sensible German design and engineering shine through, giving it a distinctive driving experience unlike other compact cars. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Dodge Ram is one of the most recognizable vehicles on the road today, and certainly has notable exterior styling, thanks to its crosshairs-style grille and bulbous hood that rests on top of bulging fenders. The styling has been in place since the early 1990s, and the 2002 redesign kept the majority of the style in place. It's an excellent truck with plenty of virtues to draw in truck buyers, but the full-size segment has heated up to the point that it’s hard to find a bad apple. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 158 hp I4 | Engine3.7L 215 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity3 |
Horsepower | Horsepower215 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City14 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway20 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 158 hp I4 | Engine Name3.7L 215 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower215 hp @ 5200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City14 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway20 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity3 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length | Bed Length76.3 in |
Cargo Space14.1 cu ft | Cargo Space0.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3012 lbs | Curb Weight4516 lbs |
Height57.7 in | Height74.4 in |
Length186.5 in | Length207.7 in |
Width80.2 in | Width79.9 in |
Wheelbase105.7 in | Wheelbase120.5 in |
Maximum Payload893 lbs | Maximum Payload1830 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Standard Payload | Standard Payload1750 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity8650 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1980-Present | 1994-2010 |
MSRP | $22,995 | $21,455 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | At a base price under $23,500, the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta offers plenty of passenger space, a large trunk, and a fuel-efficient engine with plenty of zip. This year, Volkswagen tweaks this compact sedan’s styling, improves the interior, upgrades the handling, and adds more standard technology. Driving enthusiasts will appreciate the affordable Sport trim and the continued existence of the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, which still offers a manual transmission. This review is based on our experience with the Jetta SEL, which looks and feels more upscale than its price. Verdict: While the changes to the 2025 VW Jetta are appealing, some are missteps, such as the touch-sensing climate control system interface. Also, the Jetta isn’t a leader in its segment regarding safety ratings. Nevertheless, its sensible German design and engineering shine through, giving it a distinctive driving experience unlike other compact cars. | The Dodge Ram is one of the most recognizable vehicles on the road today, and certainly has notable exterior styling, thanks to its crosshairs-style grille and bulbous hood that rests on top of bulging fenders. The styling has been in place since the early 1990s, and the 2002 redesign kept the majority of the style in place. It's an excellent truck with plenty of virtues to draw in truck buyers, but the full-size segment has heated up to the point that it’s hard to find a bad apple. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 158 hp I4 | 3.7L 215 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 3 |
Horsepower | 215 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
MPG City | 29 | 14 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 20 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 158 hp I4 | 3.7L 215 hp V6 |
Torque | 235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 215 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 14 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 20 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 3 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 76.3 in | |
Cargo Space | 14.1 cu ft | 0.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3012 lbs | 4516 lbs |
Height | 57.7 in | 74.4 in |
Length | 186.5 in | 207.7 in |
Width | 80.2 in | 79.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 120.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 893 lbs | 1830 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
Standard Payload | 1750 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 8650 lbs | |
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