Volkswagen has unveiled the refreshed 2025 Jetta, starting at $23,295, marking a significant update to its long-standing sedan lineup. This seventh-generation model, first introduced in 2019 and slightly updated in 2022, now boasts a more comprehensive redesign and enhanced features that aim to keep it competitive in the crowded compact sedan market.
Exterior Enhancements
The 2025 Jetta’s exterior showcases a fresh front fascia design with two new grilles and sleeker LED headlights. The Sport model and above offer a full-width light bar option in the upper grille, adding a distinctive touch. At the rear, the Jetta features a new full-width taillight bar, enhancing its visual appeal. Standard 17-inch wheels are now included, with 18-inch options available on the SEL and GLI trims, providing a sporty and upscale look.
Interior Upgrades with Comfort and Technology
Inside, Volkswagen has introduced a new “three-line” dashboard design, complemented by fresh color options such as Seawall Blue and Storm Grey. An 8.0-inch touchscreen is now standard across all trims, equipped with SiriusXM satellite radio and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, ensuring seamless connectivity and entertainment.
While the touch-capacitive controls on the center console and steering wheel of the GLI remain, they now feature illumination, addressing a common complaint among users. Importantly, Volkswagen has indicated a shift towards a regular steering wheel for the GLI in future models.
Powertrain and Performance
The base Jetta continues to be powered by a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, producing 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. However, Volkswagen has discontinued the manual transmission for the base model, offering only a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.
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The performance-oriented Jetta GLI retains its turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, delivering 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Enthusiasts will be pleased to know that the GLI still offers a six-speed manual transmission option, alongside the seven-speed dual-clutch. The GLI also benefits from bigger brakes, a limited-slip differential, and an adaptive suspension, enhancing its driving dynamics.
Safety Features
Safety is a key focus for the 2025 Jetta, with all models, including the GLI, coming standard with Volkswagen’s IQ. Drive active safety technology. This suite includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, active blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control, among other features, ensuring a high level of protection for all occupants.
2025 Volkswagen Jetta Price and Availability
Set to hit dealerships in Q3 of 2024, the 2025 Jetta is priced competitively, starting at $23,295. This makes it slightly cheaper than the outgoing model, despite the additional features and improvements. More detailed pricing information will be available closer to the on-sale date.
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