Volkswagen Jetta
The compact Volkswagen Jetta has undergone several modifications for 2016. Its basic engine, an archaic 2.0-litre 4-cylinder, has been replaced by a new turbocharged 1.4-litre that generates 150 horsepower and 185 lb.-ft. of torque. Those looking for more power can opt for the 1.8-litre (170 horsepower) or even the sporty GLI and its 210-horsepower 2.0-litre. A hybrid version is also offered.
Volkswagen Jetta
| Pricing | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | CA$36,895 |
| Fees | CA$1,625 |
| Gas guzzler tax | CA$0 |
| Monthly payments | CA$694/month |
| Powertrain | |
| Combined power | N/A |
| Combined torque | N/A |
| Engine | 1,4 l I-4 |
| Power | 150 hp @ 5,000 rpm (112 kW) |
| Torque | 184 lb·ft @ 1,600 rpm (249 N·m) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Fuel type | Premium |
| Engine | Electric |
| Power | 27 hp (20 kW) |
| Torque | 114 lb·ft @ 0 rpm (155 N·m) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Hybrid / Electric | |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion (Li-ion) |
| Energy | 1.1 kWh |
| Voltage | 220 V |
| Charging times |
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| Cooling | Air |
| Drivetrain structure | Parallel |
| Vehicle type / Category | |
| Vehicle type | Sedan |
| Category | N/A |
| Assembly | N/A |
| Generation | N/A |
| Fuel efficiency / Autonomy | |
| City | 5.7 L/100km |
| Highway | 4.9 L/100km |
| Combined | 5.3 L/100km |
| Autonomy | 849 km |
| Electric autonomy | N/A |
| CO₂ emissions | 124 g/km |
| Equipment | |
| Sunroof | standard |
| Heated front seats | standard |
| Smart key | standard |
| GPS | standard |
| Infotainment | |
| Auxiliary audio input | standard |
| CD player | standard |
| Apple CarPlay compatible | standard |
| Android Auto compatible | standard |
| Sirius XM | standard |
| Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires | |
| Steering | N/A |
| Turning diameter | 11 m (36′) |
| Front suspension | independent, Macpherson strut |
| Rear suspension | independent, multi-link |
| Front brakes | Disc (ABS) |
| Rear brakes | Disc (ABS) |
| Front tires | P205/50HR17 |
| Rear tires | P205/50HR17 |
| Safety | |
| Seat belts | 5 |
| Dimensions / Weight | |
| Length | 4,643 mm (183″) |
| Width | 1,778 mm (70″) |
| Height | 1,453 mm (57″) |
| Wheelbase | 2,652 mm (104″) |
| Front track | 1,542 mm (61″) |
| Rear track | 1,547 mm (61″) |
| Weight | 1,529 kg (3,371 lb) |
| Capacities | |
| Passengers | 5 |
| Trunk | 309 l |
| Fuel tank | 45 l (10 gal) |
| Towing capacity | N/A |
| Performance | |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.0 s |
| 80-120 km/h | 6.0 s |
| Top speed | 210 km/h (130 mph) (manufacturer) |
| Braking distance | 47 m |
| Warranty | |
| Base warranty | 4 years/80,000 km |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 years/100,000 km |
| The Car Guide rating | |
| Fuel economy | 6/10 |
| Reliability | 6/10 |
| Safety | 9/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 8/10 |
| Overall | 7/10 |
| Average | 76%(view ratings) |