Ever since the last Jetta redesign in 2011, we've had trouble accepting its new mission in life. Jettas of the past represented the best of European cars, more refined and better to drive than competing compact sedans. The good news is that this redesigned 2019 Volkswagen Jetta gets the car back closer to its roots while still offering the size and value that today's shoppers expect. Volkswagen has made a lot of changes to the Jetta, refining the interior and replacing some of the low-cost mechanical bits with more sophisticated hardware. And when it comes to passenger and trunk space, the current Jetta trounces its predecessors, not to mention a few midsize sedans. Backseat comfort is excellent, and trunk space is generous. Now, there's modern design, excellent build quality and the latest in in-car electronics. Thanks to VW's Digital Cockpit and safety technology, the Jetta rivals luxury sedans that cost twice as much. All Jettas come with an efficient 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine rated at 147 horsepower matched to a modern eight-speed automatic transmission.
Base S models do come with a six-speed manual, though we anticipate most buyers will opt for the automatic. As a group, Jettas are comfortable and reasonably engaging to drive, though they no longer stand head and shoulders above the competition the way the previous-generation Jettas did. We blame the torsion-beam rear suspension for that, although it's rumored that an upcoming GLI model will feature a sportier independent rear suspension. Volkswagen has simplified the Jetta lineup by reducing the number of available options; equipment is now largely determined by trim level. The S model takes up the price leader end of the spectrum, while the R-Line gives the Jetta a more aggressive look. The SE is a good middle-of-the-roader, and the SEL is the luxury version of the Jetta, with the top-line SEL Premium offering luxury-sedan amenities at compact-car prices. Which is the best one to buy? Edmunds can help you find the perfect 2019 Volkswagen Jetta.
The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is offered in the following submodels: Jetta Sedan. What do people think of the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta? Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2019 Jetta 4 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2019 Jetta. Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2019 Jetta featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving.
Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more. This review was written by a member of Edmunds' editorial team of expert car reviewers. Our team drives every car you can buy. We put the vehicles through rigorous testing, evaluating how they drive and comparing them in detail to their competitors. We're also regular people like you, so we pay attention to all the different ways people use their cars every day. We want to know if there's enough room for our families and our weekend gear and whether or not our favorite drink fits in the cupholder. Our editors want to help you make the best decision on a car that fits your life. What's a good price for a New 2019 Volkswagen Jetta? 1,033 below the manufacturer鈥檚 MSRP. 1,033 by getting upfront special offers. The average savings for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T SEL 4dr Sedan (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 8A) is4% below the MSRP.
