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
The 2022 Taos is a completely new model in VW showrooms. Leading up to its official reveal, we learned about its engine specs and size details as well as its handsome design and available features.
Pros Huge back seat for its subcompact designation, generous cargo storage, really good fuel-economy figures.
Cons Acceleration isn't as spunky as some rivals, some chintzy cabin materials, maladroit dual-clutch automatic.
Pros Comfortable ride Great gas mileage Spacious, supportive seats Excellent cargo capacity
Cons Some cheap cabin materials Unrefined transmissions
All-new two-row subcompact SUV that slots below the Tiguan.
Pros Sharp handling and smooth driving character Comfortable interior that's easy to get in and out of Big cargo area for a little SUV Impressive technology features
Cons Transmission can be slow to frustratingly slow to downshift Noticeable road and engine noise at highway speeds
