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2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI comes in a single, top-level version: the fully loaded Autobahn trim. A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (228 horsepower, 258 lb-ft of torque) is the only engine, and you can choose between a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (called direct-shift gearbox, or DSG). The Jetta GLI is front-wheel-drive.

GLI Autobahn
Standard feature highlights for this base model include:

  • 18-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires
  • Unique styling elements and badging
  • Sport-tuned suspension with adaptive damping
  • Upgraded front brakes
  • LED headlights
  • Keyless entry and start
  • Ambient interior lighting
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Heated and ventilated front sport seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Leather upholstery
  • Power-adjustable driver's seat
  • Beats Audio premium sound system

The GLI also includes these technology features:

  • 8-inch infotainment touchscreen
  • Digital instrument panel
  • Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Wireless smartphone charger

Standard advanced driver aids include:

  • Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Volkswagen and the car in front)
  • Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
  • Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
  • Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)

In addition to one extra-cost paint color and the DSG transmission, a Black package is optional. It adds 18-inch black-painted wheels and black exterior trim.

Which Jetta GLI trim does Edmunds recommend?

The Jetta GLI is available in only a single fully loaded trim called the Autobahn. It's packed with features like heated ventilated front seats, a limited-slip differential and performance-oriented suspension and brakes. An available Black package adds revised black wheels and trim.

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Muncie, IN
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Jetta GLI Autobahn
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Features

Bluetooth
standard
Navigation
Not available
Satellite radio
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
Cruise control
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
Parking assistance
Not available
Upholstery
leather
Heated seats
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
Sunroof
standard
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Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
Engine power
228 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Engine torque
258 lb-ft @ 1,700 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
Transmission
7-speed automated manual
Tire size
225/45R18
Wheel size
18 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
painted/polished alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
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Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
25 / 35 / 29 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
330 / 462 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Turning circle
35.8 ft.
Curb weight
3,311 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.2 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
80.2 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
70.8 in.
Height
57.3 in.
Length
186.9 in.
Wheelbase
105.6 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
14.1 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.5 in.
Front Leg Room
41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room
55.9 in.
Rear Head Room
37.2 in.
Rear Leg Room
37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
54.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$45,188
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.6
Depreciation
$15,574
Financing
$6,283
Taxes & Fees
$3,461
Fuel
$11,556
Insurance
$3,523
Maintenance
$3,775
Repairs
$1,016
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Colors

Interior
Grigio Gray and Titan Black Vienna, leather
Exterior
Pure White
Deep Black Pearl
Kings Red Metallic w/Deep Black Roof
Monterey Blue
Kings Red Metallic
Pure White w/Deep Black Roof
Monterey Blue w/Deep Black Roof
Monument Gray
Monument Gray w/Deep Black Roof