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About 2016 Volkswagen Jetta

4.1

Overall Rating

Since its launch, the manufacturer has sold more Jettas than any other of its models. Coming 2016, the Jetta will endure its sixth generation model launched in 2010.

The Volkswagen Jetta has been around for a long time. It was launched back in 1976 and was positioned to be a sedan above the Volkswagen Golf hatchback to fill the entry-level sedan niche. Since its launch, the manufacturer has sold more Jettas than any other of its models. Coming 2016, the Jetta will endure its sixth generation model launched in 2010.

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta comes with a 1.4L turbocharged Inline-4 engine, making 150 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. The 2016 model year Jetta gets an impressive list of features and technological aids, which makes the compact sedan highly competitive with some of the best sedans in its class. With great reliability and excellent safety features under its belt, the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta sure checks all boxes we're looking for.

The recommended trim of the Jetta would be SEL since it uncovers a plethora of intricacies along with some practical fitting features at an optimum price. However, the car does have almost all the features and options one might need in a car at this price point, with only a few modern safety features missing.

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Overall Rating: 3.8 (2 Reviews)

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2016 Volkswagen Jetta

••3.5

Posted On: February 24, 2024

98% perfect car

Pros
Compact EV, Sight through dashboard visual space capacity clearness and rear window sight clarity

Cons
Not enough leg room, Need a larger glove compartment

Diane Cotsirilos

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

••4.0

Posted On: February 3, 2024

Best car I have ever had.

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2016 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Pros

Spacious rear seats
Impressive fuel efficiency
Powerful and zippy performance

Cons

Low-quality interior materials
Reduced trunk space
Imprecise gearbox

Since its launch, the manufacturer has sold more Jettas than any other of its models. Coming 2016, the Jetta will endure its sixth generation model launched in 2010.

Overview

Pricing and Features
9.0/10

The 2016 Jetta is based on Volkswagen Platform A5 (PQ35), which it shares with the Golf Mk6. It is speculated that the name 'Jetta' comes from the Atlantic 'jet stream,' since during this period, Volkswagen was naming its cars after major winds and currents of the world. The big stories are in Jetta's powertrains. A new base 1.4-liter turbo four-cylinder engine accounts for six different trims—versions of the S, SE, and SEL levels—while the 1.8T Sport and the Jetta are their own trim levels. Finally, the Jetta GLI 2.0T has two of its own trim levels, SE and SEL.

Moving to the technical details, the sedan comes with a decent number of features, which include 17-inch alloy wheels, adaptive bi-xenon headlights, LED taillights, keyless entering, a start/stop button, 6-way power-adjustable driver's seat, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth connectivity, 6-speaker audio system, multifunction steering wrapped in leather, a navigation system, a 5-inch screen for the infotainment system with a graphical status display, a rear parking camera and an only power gauge in place of a tachometer that measures the efficiency of the driving.

Trims	S	SE	SE Sport	SEL	GLI
MSRP	$18,645	$21,245	$23,245	$26,245	$29,245
Key Features	LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	Keyless access with push-button start	17″ black alloy wheels	Dual-zone climate control	LED taillights
	Rear View Camera System	VW Car-Net App-Connect	Black-painted rear spoiler	Front Assist	18″ Bathurst alloy wheels
	Composition Color touchscreen sound system	Power tilting/sliding sunroof	Gloss black interior trim and black headliner	Discover Media touchscreen navigation	V-Tex sport leatherette with red stitching

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The recommended trim of the Jetta would be SEL trim, since it uncovers a plethora of intricacies along with some practical fitting features at an optimum price. However, the car does have almost all the features and options one might need in a car at this price point, with only a few modern safety features missing.

Engine and Performance
8.0/10

The Jetta has a 1.4-liter turbocharged inline-4-cylinder engine, married to an electric motor and a 7-speed automatic with manual mode. The car in total makes 150 hp and 184 lb-ft. of torque. The car does 0 to 60 in about 7.6 seconds, which makes it one of the quickest non-luxury cars in the market.

The car is powerful and agile enough to pull away from and move about in slow traffic and also has enough torque to push the driver into the seat. The transmission can be imprecise at low speeds or when parking, but shifts much quicker at higher speeds. The stiffer suspension provides a decent ride and controlled cornering.

Models	Volkswagen Jetta	Honda Civic	Toyota Corolla	Chevrolet Cruze
MSRP	$18,645	$18,840	$21,715	$17,850
Engine	1.4-Liter, 4-cylinder, turbocharged engine	2.0-Liter, 4-cylinder Engine	1.8-Liter 4-Cylinder Engine	1.4-Liter turbocharged 4-cylinder Engine
Transmission	5-speed manual	6-speed manual	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Power	150 hp @ 5000 rpm	158 hp @ 6500 rpm	132 hp @ 6000 rpm	153 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm	138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm	128 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm	177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
0-60 MPH	8.4 sec	8.6 sec	9.5 sec	8.1 sec
Quarter mile	16.3 sec @ 86.2 mph	16.7 @ 86.1 mph	17.4 sec @ 83 mph	16.2 @ 86 mph
Top Speed (mph)	NA	120	112	116

Interestingly, fitting a turbocharger helped the Jetta get in line with the competitors despite a smaller engine. Although it is the 2.0L Honda Civic that forces the highest horsepower, the 184lb.-ft. of torque sponsored by Jetta’s powertrain is unbeatable by a large margin. Even the Chevrolet Cruze comes with a similar configuration as the Jetta, but still manages to pour out a few couples less torque.

Fuel Economy
9.0/10

Another section where downsizing helped Volkswagen is with the fuel economy. VW has a long-running history of manufacturing vehicles that demand excessive resources to run smoothly. However, this time it is a bit different. The 2016 Jetta manages to achieve up to 28 miles to a gallon of fuel in the cities, while it can cruise up to 40 MPG on the highways. The Jetta is a substantial vehicle, but thanks to the turbocharger in place to release the best torque figures, accelerating away is a piece of cake. Besides, this has quite a minuscule effect on the fuel economy of the car. All these things mean that the Jetta delivers an amazing fuel economy while also producing a respectable amount of power.

Model	Volkswagen Jetta	Honda Civic	Toyota Corolla	Chevrolet Cruze
MPG (city)	28	28	27	28
MPG (highway)	40	40	35	39
MPG (combined)	33	32	30	32

Finally, the Jetta joins the league of one of the most refined vehicles of the decade. Leading the segment previously was the Honda Civic, and that is probably why it had the best sales figures in the States. Now, however, the Jetta decides to give a tough time to the Civic in this domain. The other two vehicles follow with a careful distance. Precisely, the Corolla combines city and highway miles to produce an economy of 30 MPG while the more American Cruze does 32 MPG combined.

Interior
8.1/10

The interior of the Jetta is quite bland and unassuming. The quality of the material is not exceptional either, with hard and shiny plastics on the door panels and soft touch, low shine materials on the dash. These are cost-cutting measures taken to reduce the manufacturing cost of the car and make it more competitive in the North American market.

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta has significantly spacious rear seats which increase the ride comfort though. The Jetta also manages to reduce cabin noise while the trunk space takes a hit, with the total available volume at 15.3 cu.-ft. This means things like groceries and small luggage would not be a problem but big luggage might be a tight squeeze in the trunk.

Model	Volkswagen Jetta	Honda Civic	Toyota Corolla	Chevrolet Cruze
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	38.2/55.2/41.2	38.9/53.9/42.1	39.2/57.8/44.3	40.4/57.9/45.5
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	37.1/53.6/38.1	37.0/52.6/32.9	37.8/56.9/38.3	38.0/56.5/35.6

Evidently, Jetta’s enormous length fails to convert into a spacious cabin. Not that it is uncomfortable, but is also not the best in its class. Here, vehicles that were earlier on the negative side of the points table gain a lead. In other words, Chevrolet Cruze and Toyota Corolla have the largest front occupancy volumes. Meanwhile, as we enter the rear, the Jetta takes away the lead with enormous seats and humongous legroom. Some key interior features offered with the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta include-

Single Zone Front Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Electric Power Steering
Rear View Camera
Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel
Dual Vanity Mirrors
Interior Air Filtration

2016 Volkswagen Jetta Infotainment:

Anyone would miss the infotainment system on the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, and that is because it is mounted lower on the dashboard in Jetta. While the base Jetta S gets a 5.0-inch infotainment screen, the Jetta SE and higher trims get a 6.3-inch infotainment system, which is a completely new feature for this year’s vehicle.

The screen also features Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability. The touchscreen has crisp graphics and offers a quick response. The Jetta SEL and GLI with Fender premium audio system cater to the audiophiles. Some intuitive features that embark upon your first infotainmenet visit to the Jetta are as follows:

5-inch touchscreen system
6.4-inch touchscreen (Optional)
Bluetooth
HD Radio
Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
MirrorLink
Navigation

Exterior
7.5/10

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta comes with dignified and subtle styling. The Jetta is offered with a unique black grille bar, some badging, and futuristic (albeit heavy-looking) 17-inch wheels wrapped in low-rolling-resistance tires. The sixth-generation Jetta is based on the Volkswagen Group A5 platform and was developed under the NCS (new compact sedan) name. The car is larger than its previous generations. This was done so that the car could match rivals like the Toyota Corolla, the Nissan Sentra, and the Honda Civic.

The Jetta is a mid-size sedan from Volkswagen, which when coupled with a respectful powertrain, makes it feel quite nimble in the traffic. The lines of the Jetta are quite straight and unobstructed. In today's market, most car companies are making their cars curvy and fluid in design, Volkswagen seems to be sticking to a more boxy design, which is starting to look rather bland and dated.

Model	Volkswagen Jetta	Honda Civic	Toyota Corolla	Chevrolet Cruze
curb weight(lbs)	2939	2790	2860	2932
Length(in)	182.2	182.3	183.1	183.7
Width(in)	70.0	70.8	69.9	70.5
Height(in)	56.6	55.7	57.3	57.4
Ground clearance(in)	5.2	5.9	6.7	6.4
Wheelbase(in)	104.4	106.3	106.3	106.3
Track width(in) F/R	60.1/60.4	60.9/61.5	59.8/59.9	60.7/61.3

Turns out that the Jetta is the heaviest in the segment, followed by the Chevrolet Cruze and the Toyota Corolla. It also features some very sharp lines along its body that make it look more shredded and muscular. All the other dimensions remain on the lower side as the Jetta competes against the longest Chevrolet Cruze, the widest Honda Civic, and the tallest Toyota Corolla. Some major exterior features offered with he 2016 Volkswagen Jetta include:

18" Durban Silver Alloy Wheels
Chrome Exhaust Tips
Wheel Locks
Splash Guards
Lip Spoiler

Safety
9.3/10

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta stands as an immensely safe sedan for regular use. The Jetta gets safety features like traction and stability control, 4-wheel ABS disc brakes, front airbags, front side and side curtain airbags, and active head restraints as standard. The Car-Net telematics system provides automatic crash notification, roadside assistance, location of the vehicle in case of theft, remote access, speeding alert, and more. All of these functions can be accessed from a smartphone. However, some modern safety features are left out, like a forward-collision warning system with auto-braking, blind-spot monitoring, and lane departure warning system.

During government crash testing, the car was given a 4-star rating overall, which included four stars for frontal collision and five stars for side impacts. Also, the Jetta was awarded the Top Safety Pick+ designation by the IIHS, because of the perfect crash test scores of the car. Few key safety features offered with the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta include:

Driver and Passenger side Front Airbags
Front row Side Impact Airbags
Front and Second row Curtain Airbags
Front row Height-adjustable safety belts
Front row Seatbelt pretensioners
Cornering Lights
Rear Child doors safety locks
Tire pressure monitoring

Competition
7.0/10

2016 Volkswagen Jetta vs Honda Civic

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is a compelling sedan with plenty of well-appointed features. The Jetta comes with remarkable build quality and refinement. The Honda Civic is highly focused on fuel economy and exceptional reliability. The Civic does see some compromise in terms of interior quality and refinement.

In terms of practicality, the Volkswagen Jetta faces some compromises, whereas the Honda Civic manages to be just a little better in this regard. Additionally, the Honda Civic is offered with plenty of options and packages to make the overall experience a lot more appealing. The Jetta feels a bit more rigid in this regard, and upgrades can be pretty pricey. We'd suggest going for the 2016 Honda Civic.

2016 Volkswagen Jetta vs Toyota Corolla

The 2016 Toyota Corolla brings in a slightly different approach to what a sedan has to offer. While the Volkswagen Jetta focuses more on refinement and comfort, the Toyota Corolla centers more around value for money. Albeit being priced slightly higher than the Jetta, the Corolla aims to be of high value.

The Toyota Corolla stands as a highly reliable city car, focusing on longevity and comfortable ergonomics. The Corolla offers significantly more practicality and fuel economy than its German counterpart. If raw usability and long-lasting reliability are your priority over comfort and class, we highly recommend considering the 2016 Toyota Corolla over the Volkswagen Jetta.

Final Verdict

In conclusion, the Volkswagen Jetta is a pretty impressive car. It does everything it should do; it delivers decent fuel efficiency, has a spacious interior, provides a decent number of features, and respectable performance. However, it does not do anything more than that, and in today's market, where the competition is trying to delight and deliver much more than what one expects, Jetta's offerings feel lacking. It seriously hurts the value proposition offered by the car, although you could still swear by the German build quality. It is robustly built, although you might be better off considering another option.

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98% perfect car

ProsCompact EV, Sight through dashboard visual space capacity clearness and rear window sight clarity

Cons Not enough leg room, Need a larger glove compartment

Best car I have ever had.

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Pricing and Features9.0/10

Engine and Performance8.0/10

Fuel Economy9.0/10

Interior8.1/10

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Exterior7.5/10

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