New 19-inch wheel design for certain trims.A-Spec Appearance package extended to four-cylinder model.
PROS Interior is quiet and trimmed with high-quality materials Comes standard with several desirable driver safety aids Back seat comfortably seats adults
CONS Four-cylinder engine is underpowered Competent but bland driving character No real zest or gusto
The 2019 Acura TLX is a sharp luxury mid-size sedan, but lacks the performance pedigree and options that others may offer.
Pros A-Spec option for 4-cylinder Quiet, refined ride Plenty of standard safety features Strong V-6 with decent fuel economy Responsive infotainment system
Cons Anonymous, muted design Cramped interior Dual-screen infotainment
The 2019 Acura TLX ranked #12 in Luxury Midsize Cars. Currently the Acura TLX has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 37 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Good gas mileage Plenty of standard and available features Lower starting price than competitors
Cons Below-average trunk space Rivals are quicker Rivals handle better Rivals are more opulent
The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is a mild-mannered, well-equipped compact sedan.
Pros Docile personality High-tech options Good safety gear Styling will age well
Cons Docile personality Breaks little new ground Conservative, almost to a fault Unsupportive front seats
The 2019 Jetta is marginally bigger than the old car, continuing a trend that has seen the Jetta grow to roughly the size of the fondly remembered B5-generation 1997–2005 Passat. The Jetta’s wheelbase has been stretched 1.3 inches to 105.7 inches, which helps the car maintain its proportions even with an overall length that has grown to 185.1 inches.
Pros Classy interior, responsive 1.4-liter turbo, slick manual available.
Cons Mute steering, smaller trunk, no GLI at launch.
The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta ranked #18 in Compact Cars. Currently the Volkswagen Jetta has a score of 8.2 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 12 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Good gas mileage Smooth ride All-day supportive seats User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Competitors are more upscale Less fun-to-drive than rivals
