2025 Volkswagen Jetta

Price Range: $22,995 - $29,500

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The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta is a stylish and satisfying sedan to drive. It's also spacious and fuel-efficient. But the Jetta falls a bit short of rivals like the Honda Civic because of its outdated infotainment interface, lackluster interior quality and overall value for your money.Read full review

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Starting MSRP of $23,995 for a 2026 Jetta S 1.5L TSI® with 8-speed automatic transmission. Prices exclude destination, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.

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$21,524

Prices based on sales in VA thru 3/2/26

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Pros

Smooth and stable ride quality
Ample storage in the cabin and trunk
Customizable digital instrument cluster lends a techy vibe

Cons

Sluggish acceleration
Touchscreen controls aren't the easiest to use
Unlike most other small sedans, a hybrid engine isn't available

What's new

The Jetta gets refreshed with an updated exterior design
A redesigned 8-inch touchscreen is now standard
Manual transmission option is no longer available on lower trims
Part of the seventh Jetta generation introduced in 2019

Overview

Written by automotive expert Michael Cantu

3/9/2026

The Jetta is Volkswagen's last remaining sedan and the brand's most affordable vehicle, although the Taos subcompact SUV isn't much more expensive. The Jetta has flown under the radar of many small-sedan shoppers because of its conservative styling and lack of recent updates. But VW hopes to change that with the refreshed 2025 Jetta. The improvements won't make the little VW a class leader, but it's one of the most affordable cars in its class, and unlike some of its rivals, the Jetta comes standard with a generous package of advanced driver aids.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$123/mo

$181/mo

Avg. Midsize Car

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Edmunds spotlight: All of the Jetta's updates for 2025

The Jetta remains powered by the same 158-horsepower turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, but a manual transmission is no longer offered on the lower trim levels. The big updates came to the sedan's interior and exterior. Volkswagen restyled the Jetta's front and rear ends and added a stylish front accent light bar on certain trims. Inside, the Jetta gets a redesigned 8-inch touchscreen that's standard on all trims (it was previously reserved for the top SEL trim) and a new dashboard design. The center console loses its knobs and buttons in favor of a capacitive touch panel. Volkswagen also upgraded the upholstery options on all trim levels.

Competitors to consider

The Jetta's 2025 refresh makes the sedan a little more enticing, but we recommend checking out some of its rivals before committing to the Volkswagen. The pricier but more refined Honda Civic is one of our favorite small sedans, and the stylish Hyundai Elantra is another compelling alternative. The popular Toyota Corolla shouldn't be overlooked and offers an affordable hybrid model. You should also consider the Kia K4, a new sedan that replaces the outgoing Forte. Read our Expert Rating below to get our test team's full analysis of the 2025 Jetta's strengths and weaknesses.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Kurt Niebuhr

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6.6

out of 10

We drove the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Driving experience

6/10

How does the Volkswagen Jetta drive? If you're looking for a quicker Jetta, the GLI is the one to get. At our test track, our Jetta test car accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in a slowish 8.4 seconds. We think it could be quicker if the transmission was quicker to shift, especially during hard acceleration. The Jetta's sluggish transmission proved a bit frustrating in the real world, too, where it demanded a curious mix of smoothness and aggression to ensure it was in the correct gear. We found putting the transmission into its Sport mode addressed many of our complaints.

On the upside, the Jetta handles quite well around turns. It stays stable and is genuinely fun to drive on a curvy road. The brakes, too, are impressive and make it easy to come to smooth stops. The ride is OK, but we found the ride quality can be a bit too firm over bumps. Our test car was an SEL with large wheels; a base Jetta with smaller wheels should ride more smoothly thanks to the larger and cushier tire sidewalls.

The Jetta comes with a respectable amount of advanced driver aids for a small sedan. They worked well and were unobtrusive in our testing, though we did notice that the rearview camera has a disappointingly low resolution.

Comfort

6/10

How comfortable is the Volkswagen Jetta? The Jetta is generally a comfortable place to while away the hours of your commute. The firm front seats offer above-average support, and the rear seats are shaped well and feel better than you'd expect seats in an economy sedan to. The Jetta is also spacious and accommodating, although rear headroom is somewhat compromised — taller passengers might brush the headliner. That said, there is more rear legroom than in most compact sedans.

On the downside, the Jetta is stuck with a somewhat complicated and not well-thought-out touchscreen interface. Easily visible information, like the trip meter, cannot be easily reset, and other settings are buried in menus where you'd never expect to find them. Thankfully, all of the Jetta's other major controls are easier to use.

Interior noise levels were higher than we expected. The engine is quiet, even under hard acceleration, but road and tire noise, as well as wind noise at freeway speeds, spoils the Jetta's sophisticated look.

If accommodating a car seat is a priority, know that locking in a car seat should be a cinch in the Jetta thanks to clearly marked anchors and accessible top tethers.

In-cabin tech

7.8/10

How’s the tech? Our SEL test car had four USB-C ports plus a wireless charge pad so there's no excuse for anyone's personal device to go without a full charge. Wireless connectivity for smartphones worked well, and we appreciated how easy it was to switch between our phone's system and the Jetta's native functions. We were less impressed by the Jetta's native system, however. The graphics are dated, and the menus don't always contain the options or the settings you expect to find. The Beats-branded audio system was also not particularly good, and we thought it lacked clarity and was generally too bass-heavy for most music.

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2025 Volkswagen Jetta pricing in Ashburn, VA

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Buying Tips for the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta for March

If you're considering a 2025 Volkswagen Jetta, here are some tips to help you get the best deal:

The Edmunds True Market Value for the Jetta shows significant savings over the MSRP. For instance, Jetta trims like the Sport and SE can save buyers roughly $2,075 and $2,096 off the sticker price, respectively. This translates to about 8% less than MSRP, offering substantial savings across different trims.
There's no generally available customer cash rebate for the Jetta’s new buyers, but there is a special $750 offer for students, college grads, military members, and first responders. If you belong to one of these groups, make sure you bring documentation to the dealer to take advantage of this discount.
The new Jetta has a good amount of inventory nationwide with a particularly high count for the SE trim. This means more options to choose from and potentially more power to negotiate. However, with the cars sitting on the lot for over 200 days on average, dealers might be more willing to offer discounts to move inventory, giving you some leverage.
If you're looking to lease, expect a median monthly payment of around $319 with approximately $2,819 due at signing. Leasing can sometimes offer a lower monthly expense compared to purchasing, particularly if you aren't planning on keeping the car for more than a few years.

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Storage & cargo

7/10

How’s storage and cargo? The Jetta's 14.1-cubic-foot trunk is pretty big for the class. The opening is wide, making it easy to load large bags without having to twist or contort them to fit. We only wish the rear seats folded more in line with the trunk floor. They leave a pretty big shelf that makes it tough to push longer objects through.

Inside, there's plenty of storage for front passengers with a cupholder, a deep center console bin and a tray that can double as a wireless charging pad. The door pockets are also generously sized but are not lined with felt, so smaller objects will rattle around while you drive.

Value

6/10

Is the Volkswagen Jetta a good value? Whichever Jetta model you choose, you'll get a spacious interior, a large trunk and solid fuel economy. Both the exterior and interior design looks pretty sophisticated for the class, but the interior of the Jetta is filled with a fair amount of hard plastics, even on common touchpoints. The feature content is fairly strong in the Jetta, but most competitors offer a similar amount of standard and optional equipment, as well as optional all-wheel drive, which the Jetta doesn't offer.

Volkswagen's warranty coverage is average for the compact sedan class. Both bumper-to-bumper and powertrain coverage is for four years/50,000 miles.

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MPG

7/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates the Jetta gets 33 mpg in combined city/highway driving. During our time with the Jetta, we had no issue getting the EPA's estimates, and on our standardized evaluation route, we saw a credible 38 mpg with lighter-than-usual traffic. The Jetta's just over 13-gallon fuel tank gives this compact sedan a possible cruising range of around 500 miles.

X factor

7/10

The Jetta has always brought a little European sport sedan flair to the compact sedan segment. While most of that sport is gone (don't worry, there's still a Jetta GLI for enthusiasts), the Jetta offers sophisticated styling with a good amount of available equipment to stay competitive. In day-to-day driving, the Jetta will do little to differentiate itself from its rivals, but if you have a chance to show it a good road, it will remind you why people speak so highly of Jettas from the past.

2025 Volkswagen Jetta trim level differences

The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta comes in four trim levels: S, Sport, SE and SEL. There is also a sporty GLI model that we cover separately. All trims use a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine (158 horsepower, 184 lb-ft) joined to an eight-speed automatic transmission that drives the front wheels. Compare the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta trim levels in-depth.

Which Jetta trim does Edmunds recommend?

The midlevel SE trim offers a lot of value. It comes with some worthy upgrades, including synthetic leather upholstery, heated front seats and wireless smartphone integration, for not much more money than the base S or Sport trim.

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Owner Reviews

3.8

34 reviews

5(53%)

4(17%)

3(3%)

2(12%)

1(15%)

Owners Say

The overall sentiment for the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta is mixed. Owners love the great gas mileage, comfortable ride, and stylish appearance. However, many have faced issues with reliability, with frequent mechanical problems and some poor-quality designs causing frustration. While some owners recommend it for its value, others caution potential buyers due to these recurring problems.

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2024 Volkswagen Jetta S 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

If you listen to car reviewers, they'll say to get the SE version because it's worth the extra price for the features you get. The reality is the S gives you everything you need: comfy seats, all the VW IQ Drive features and the same zippy engine and transmission. And it has the fun VW feature where you can lower all the windows with your remote before entering. We live in a value era …

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2025 Volkswagen Jetta Features & Specs

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$22,995
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	33 MPG
Cost to Drive	$123/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	14.1 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Reliability

The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, ranks it #25 out of 46 among Compact Cars.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

4 out of 5 stars4/5Above Average

#25 out of 46 among Compact Cars

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$443/yr

vs. $416/yr
for Average Compact Car

Frequency

1.15x/yr

vs. 1.01x/yr
for Average Compact Car

Severity

9.8%

vs. 10.4%
for Average Compact Car

Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta

Warranty

4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 7 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 2 years / 20,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Jetta include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	4 / 5
Driver	4 / 5
Passenger	4 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	5 / 5
Back Seat	5 / 5
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	4 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	13%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test	Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated	Poor
Side Impact Test – Original	Good
Side Impact Test – Updated	Acceptable
Roof Strength Test	Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Good

FAQ

Is the Volkswagen Jetta a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 Jetta both on the road and at the track, giving it a 6.6 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 Jetta gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 34 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Jetta has 14.1 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Volkswagen Jetta. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta:

The Jetta gets refreshed with an updated exterior design
A redesigned 8-inch touchscreen is now standard
Manual transmission option is no longer available on lower trims
Part of the seventh Jetta generation introduced in 2019

Learn more

Is the Volkswagen Jetta reliable?

To determine whether the Volkswagen Jetta is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Jetta. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Jetta's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 Jetta and gave it a 6.6 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 Jetta gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 34 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 Jetta is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Volkswagen Jetta?

The least-expensive 2025 Volkswagen Jetta is the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta S 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $22,995.

Other versions include:

S 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $22,995
Sport 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $24,275
SE 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $25,775
SEL 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $29,500

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What are the different models of Volkswagen Jetta?

If you're interested in the Volkswagen Jetta, the next question is, which Jetta model is right for you? Jetta variants include S 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A), Sport 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A), SE 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A), and SEL 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of Jetta models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

2025 Volkswagen Jetta

Pricing

Pros

Cons

What's new

Overview

Cost to Drive

Edmunds spotlight: All of the Jetta's updates for 2025

Competitors to consider

Edmunds Expert Rating

Driving experience

Comfort

In-cabin tech

Buying Tips for the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta for March

Storage & cargo

Value

MPG

X factor

2025 Volkswagen Jetta trim level differences

Which Jetta trim does Edmunds recommend?

Volkswagen Jetta Reviews

Owner Reviews

Owners Say

Most Helpful Owner Review

2025 Volkswagen Jetta video

2025 Volkswagen Jetta Features & Specs

Reliability

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

Recalls

Warranty

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Safety

Key safety features on the Jetta include:

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

IIHS Rating

FAQ

Is the Volkswagen Jetta a good car?

What's new in the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta?

Is the Volkswagen Jetta reliable?

Is the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta a good car?

How much should I pay for a 2025 Volkswagen Jetta?

What are the different models of Volkswagen Jetta?