Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Volkswagen Jetta GLI
Overview | |
MSRP$29,880 | MSRP$31,295 |
Listings212 | Listings60 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryWith its updated engine, revised suspension, and tech-forward interior, the latest iteration of Volkswagen’s legendary GTI looks ready to do battle with the Hyundai Veloster N as well as the upcoming Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the new GTI leaves almost nothing to be desired. | |
Reviews SummaryIn a perfect world, every driving enthusiast could afford the car of their dreams. In reality, where mortgage or rent payments are due, you’ve got kids to shuttle, and you need enough cargo space to carry groceries, bulk-packaged toilet paper, and road-trip luggage, it can seem as though no car can possibly satisfy your practical requirements and put a smile on your face at the same time. We have good news! The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is just such a car. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.9 cu ft | Cargo Space14.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3190 lbs | Curb Weight3272 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height57.9 in |
Length168.8 in | Length186.9 in |
Width70.4 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase105.6 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,880 | $31,295 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | With its updated engine, revised suspension, and tech-forward interior, the latest iteration of Volkswagen’s legendary GTI looks ready to do battle with the Hyundai Veloster N as well as the upcoming Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the new GTI leaves almost nothing to be desired. | In a perfect world, every driving enthusiast could afford the car of their dreams. In reality, where mortgage or rent payments are due, you’ve got kids to shuttle, and you need enough cargo space to carry groceries, bulk-packaged toilet paper, and road-trip luggage, it can seem as though no car can possibly satisfy your practical requirements and put a smile on your face at the same time. We have good news! The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is just such a car. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.9 cu ft | 14.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3190 lbs | 3272 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 57.9 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 186.9 in |
Width | 70.4 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 105.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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