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 Nissan Versa is affordable transportation that has an appealing price—especially for students. It’s not quick but it is spacious, especially in hatchback form.
Pros Affordable price for new-car buyers Good fuel economy for the class Spacious rear-seat accommodations Good-looking hatchback that we like…
Cons ...and a sedan that we don’t Not much value in S Plus trim Hollow-feeling buttons and trim Pokey power
The 2018 Nissan Versa ranked #14 in Subcompact Cars. Currently the Nissan Versa has a score of 6.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 80 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Both rows of seats have plenty of legroom Sedan models have large trunks Tight turning radius Low base price
Cons Uninspiring engine Low-rent cabin Few tech features
The 2018 Nissan Versa offers a huge back seat and trunk, a comfy ride and good fuel economy. It's also one of the least expensive cars around, at least in base form. If you're a driver for Lyft or Uber, a Versa could very well be an ideal car. But if you're car shopping isn't based on such obvious commercial reasons, the Versa stops making as much sense.
PROS Giant back seat for such a small car Rides comfortably over bumps Roomy trunk Low base price
CONS Rearview camera is optional No telescoping steering wheel Noisy and slow acceleration Driving experience, style and personality are all bland
