The model, characterized by its mat chrome interior trim, also features keyless entry and push-button start, as well as Bluetooth connectivity and voice control. It’s shod in 16-inch alloy wheels covered in all-season rubber.
A pleasant drive
Although hardly breathtaking, the new Jetta has kept all the ergonomic goodness of its forerunners’s cabins. All the controls are within easy reach. Not surprising, since the centre console curves slightly towards the driver. And contrary to Honda, who has overloaded the Accord with buttons of all shapes and sizes, Volkswagen has taken the Spartan route. It’s better this way, as the driver can concentrate on the road.
The efficient driving position is enhanced by well-designed bucket seats. The relatively low belt line and good-sized rear-view mirrors ensure excellent visibility.
Naturally, the 5-cylinder mill proves quite responsive. It allows the car to bound from 0 to 100 km/h in a little under 9 seconds (the TDI does almost as well), no matter which transmission you choose, the 5-speed manual or the optional, 6-speed Tiptronic automatic. The four-cylinder engine doesn’t have as much gumption, and needs about 2 extra seconds to hit 100 km/h.
The trunk is almost as large than that of the 2010 models (-3%), and the wide, low opening makes loading bulky items a breeze. The 60/40 split rear seats also allow you to increase the cargo area as needed. You can fold them down by way of little tabs in the trunk.
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| The Jetta Highline 2.5 rides standard on 16-inch alloy wheels. (Photo: Luc Gagné/Auto123.com) |
A pleasant drive
Although hardly breathtaking, the new Jetta has kept all the ergonomic goodness of its forerunners’s cabins. All the controls are within easy reach. Not surprising, since the centre console curves slightly towards the driver. And contrary to Honda, who has overloaded the Accord with buttons of all shapes and sizes, Volkswagen has taken the Spartan route. It’s better this way, as the driver can concentrate on the road.
The efficient driving position is enhanced by well-designed bucket seats. The relatively low belt line and good-sized rear-view mirrors ensure excellent visibility.
Naturally, the 5-cylinder mill proves quite responsive. It allows the car to bound from 0 to 100 km/h in a little under 9 seconds (the TDI does almost as well), no matter which transmission you choose, the 5-speed manual or the optional, 6-speed Tiptronic automatic. The four-cylinder engine doesn’t have as much gumption, and needs about 2 extra seconds to hit 100 km/h.
The trunk is almost as large than that of the 2010 models (-3%), and the wide, low opening makes loading bulky items a breeze. The 60/40 split rear seats also allow you to increase the cargo area as needed. You can fold them down by way of little tabs in the trunk.
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| The trunk sports a very wide and rather low opening, so loading bulky items is a snap. (Photo: Luc Gagné/Auto123.com) |