Volkswagen Jetta vs Volkswagen Beetle
2023 Volkswagen Jetta for Sale
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2018 Volkswagen Beetle for Sale
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Overview | |
MSRP$20,655 | MSRP$20,220 |
Average price$14,551 | Average price$14,138 |
Listings9441 | Listings1360 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe popularity of sedans such as the Jetta might have tumbled as buyers flock to big SUVs and even bigger pickups, but there's still plenty to like about VW's family car. The base 1.5-litre gas engine's 158 horsepower is plenty for a front-drive family car, and can be paired with either manual or automatic transmission. And for those who get a kick from driving, there's the sportier Jetta GLI with retuned suspension and a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine pumping out 228 horsepower. All 2023 Jettas feature a pleasant if not very exciting interior design. To make it as smart as possible, we recommend going for SEL trim or above to get VW's upgraded 10.25-inch digital dials and an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen. | |
Reviews SummaryAs Volkswagen prepares to 86 the Beetle in favor of its new retro retread, the electric I.D. Buzz, it has decided to use the little nod to nostalgia as one of the promotional platforms for its new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. With a new combustion cycle developed at VW, this larger engine offers the Beetle some extra economy for its final lap. But rather than letting the Beetle fade into iconic history, VW has a last blast to bestow in the form of a special “Coast” edition that comes with a unique trim treatment and paint job. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 158 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 174 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower | Horsepower174 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City31 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway41 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 158 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 174 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque184 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower174 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City31 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway41 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.1 cu ft | Cargo Space15.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight2989 lbs | Curb Weight3020 lbs |
Height57.7 in | Height58.6 in |
Length186.5 in | Length168.8 in |
Width70.8 in | Width71.9 in |
Wheelbase105.7 in | Wheelbase100.1 in |
Maximum Payload1080 lbs | Maximum Payload761 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
2023 Volkswagen Jetta for Sale
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2018 Volkswagen Beetle for Sale
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Overview | ||
MSRP | $20,655 | $20,220 |
Average price | $14,551 | $14,138 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The popularity of sedans such as the Jetta might have tumbled as buyers flock to big SUVs and even bigger pickups, but there's still plenty to like about VW's family car. The base 1.5-litre gas engine's 158 horsepower is plenty for a front-drive family car, and can be paired with either manual or automatic transmission. And for those who get a kick from driving, there's the sportier Jetta GLI with retuned suspension and a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine pumping out 228 horsepower. All 2023 Jettas feature a pleasant if not very exciting interior design. To make it as smart as possible, we recommend going for SEL trim or above to get VW's upgraded 10.25-inch digital dials and an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen. | As Volkswagen prepares to 86 the Beetle in favor of its new retro retread, the electric I.D. Buzz, it has decided to use the little nod to nostalgia as one of the promotional platforms for its new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. With a new combustion cycle developed at VW, this larger engine offers the Beetle some extra economy for its final lap. But rather than letting the Beetle fade into iconic history, VW has a last blast to bestow in the form of a special “Coast” edition that comes with a unique trim treatment and paint job. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 158 hp I4 | 2.0L 174 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 31 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 41 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 158 hp I4 | 2.0L 174 hp I4 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 31 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 41 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.1 cu ft | 15.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2989 lbs | 3020 lbs |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.6 in |
Length | 186.5 in | 168.8 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 71.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 100.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1080 lbs | 761 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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