2025 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Discover the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta's refreshed design, new features, and specs. Learn about its trim levels, interior updates, engine options, and advanced technology.

2025 Volkswagen Jetta Review
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The refreshed 2025 Volkswagen Jetta debuts a significant facelift, sporty GLI trim, manual transmission, and a reasonable price tag, proving you don't have to pay the big bucks for a luxurious new whip.

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Four trim levels are available: the S, Sport, SE, and SEL. The Jetta GLI model will also be offered with a quicker engine, larger brakes, and sports exhaust. Two engine options are available, and front-wheel drive (FWD) comes standard. Prices start at $21,995, lower than the 2024 starting MSRP.

2025 Volkswagen Jetta Exterior

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This refresh cycle introduces noteworthy changes to the iconic 2025 Volkswagen Jetta, making it sleeker, sportier, and more desirable.

The car now has a more sophisticated and premium look with its revamped front bumper, grille, and LED headlights, which I've come to adore. A new lightbar design and trunk lid around the back add a touch of modernity and are sure to impress.

New alloy wheel choices and two new exterior paint colors, Monterey Blue Pearl and Monument Gray, are available.

2025 Volkswagen Jetta Interior

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Volkswagen is known for creating chic and comfortable interiors using premium materials and sound design, and the 2025 Jetta is no exception. A newly designed dash features a stylized three-bar accent that reaches from the driver's side to the passenger side and blends in with the air vents.

A large digital display cluster and an eight-inch infotainment center, which are larger than previous Jettas, come standard. The dual-zone climate control system is controlled by a new touchscreen control panel.

Cloth seats are standard, and leather and leatherette options are available depending on your model.

2025 Volkswagen Jetta Specs

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The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta is the last Volkswagen to offer a manual transmission, and we are forever grateful for that. Hopefully, Volkswagen will come to its senses and bring this option to the next Golf GTI.

The base model Jetta will be powered by the same turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission as last year's model. This drivetrain produces 158 horsepower and gives drivers a responsive and efficient ride.

The GLI trim features larger brakes, a VAQ electronically-controlled torque-sensing limited-slip differential, a DCC® adaptive damping system, and a sport exhaust system, adding to its street racer appeal.

2025 Volkswagen Jetta Technology and Safety

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The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta comes standard with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, SiriusXM® satellite radio, and voice control.

Volkswagen's IQ.DRIVE system is standard on all models, adding all the essential safety features you would expect in a new car in 2025.

2025 Volkswagen Jetta Overview

For anyone looking for a high-quality, sleek, and affordable daily driver, look no further than the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta. The updates to the exterior and interior give it a premium look and feel and won't break the bank, which we love.

If you are considering the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta, you might also want to consider the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Nissan Sentra, and Toyota Corolla.