2019 Volkswagen Jetta vs 2019 MINI Cooper
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MSRP$18,745 | MSRP$21,900 |
Average price$15,891 | Average price$19,791 |
Listings1155 | Listings236 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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2019 Volkswagen Jetta Reviews SummarySmall cars aren't asked to do much beyond the basics: provide efficient, reliable transportation at a manageable price. Plenty of models fit this form, and in some rare cases, they manage to do it while also being fun to drive, like the Mazda3. In other cases, the vehicle manages to feel more upscale than the competition, like the Honda Civic. But the Volkswagen Jetta's legacy has historically been defined by its ability to offer both an upscale interior and a rewarding driving experience. But then something happened with the Jetta. Starting with the 2011 model year, Volkswagen attempted to broaden the Jetta's appeal, and until 2018 we were left with a drab interior, an underpowered engine, and an uninspiring driving experience. VW’s hallmark was always that its cars felt a little special, so by adopting a homogenous look and feel, VW removed what made the Jetta unique and desirable to its fans. So Volkswagen had some work to do with the new seventh-generation 2019 Jetta. Will this new car move the Jetta name back toward driving refinement and upscale feel? Or will it continue to disappoint as just another bland entrant among small cars? | |
2019 MINI Cooper Reviews SummaryWhen we were growing up, my dad frequently took my brother and me go-karting. Sitting low to the ground on a tiny frame, feeling the wind in my face, racing around paved tracks no doubt set the stage for my love of small and fast cars. The 2019 MINI Cooper, especially the John Cooper Works trim, is such a vehicle. But given its handful of flaws, it's hard to adore the latest Cooper the way I did when MINI was first resurrected in 2002. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.4L 147 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower147 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City30 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway40 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 147 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm |
Horsepower147 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City30 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway40 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.1 cu ft | Cargo Space8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight2959 lbs | Curb Weight2625 lbs |
Height57.4 in | Height55.7 in |
Length185.1 in | Length151.1 in |
Width70.8 in | Width76.1 in |
Wheelbase105.7 in | Wheelbase98.2 in |
Maximum Payload970 lbs | Maximum Payload680 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $18,745 | $21,900 |
Average price | $15,891 | $19,791 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Small cars aren't asked to do much beyond the basics: provide efficient, reliable transportation at a manageable price. Plenty of models fit this form, and in some rare cases, they manage to do it while also being fun to drive, like the Mazda3. In other cases, the vehicle manages to feel more upscale than the competition, like the Honda Civic. But the Volkswagen Jetta's legacy has historically been defined by its ability to offer both an upscale interior and a rewarding driving experience. But then something happened with the Jetta. Starting with the 2011 model year, Volkswagen attempted to broaden the Jetta's appeal, and until 2018 we were left with a drab interior, an underpowered engine, and an uninspiring driving experience. VW’s hallmark was always that its cars felt a little special, so by adopting a homogenous look and feel, VW removed what made the Jetta unique and desirable to its fans. So Volkswagen had some work to do with the new seventh-generation 2019 Jetta. Will this new car move the Jetta name back toward driving refinement and upscale feel? Or will it continue to disappoint as just another bland entrant among small cars? | When we were growing up, my dad frequently took my brother and me go-karting. Sitting low to the ground on a tiny frame, feeling the wind in my face, racing around paved tracks no doubt set the stage for my love of small and fast cars. The 2019 MINI Cooper, especially the John Cooper Works trim, is such a vehicle. But given its handful of flaws, it's hard to adore the latest Cooper the way I did when MINI was first resurrected in 2002. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.4L 147 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 5000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City | 30 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 40 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 147 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 5000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 30 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 40 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.1 cu ft | 8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2959 lbs | 2625 lbs |
Height | 57.4 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 185.1 in | 151.1 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 76.1 in |
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 98.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 970 lbs | 680 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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