2011 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 Highline Review Editor's Review | Page 4

Finally, a people's Jetta!

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74%

By Luc Gagné
Sunday, April 24, 2011
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Summary Rating:

Complete Rating

Styling (67%)
Accessories (76%)
Space and Access (72%)
Comfort (77%)

Performance (72%)
Driving Dynamics (80%)
Safety (70%)
General Appreciation (80%)

Styling
Exterior (60%)
Interior (70%)
Exterior fit and finish (70%)
Interior Fit and Finish (70%)
Accessories
Convenience and equipment (70%)
Instrumentation and controls (80%)
General ergonomics (80%)
Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (70%)
Sound system (80%)
Space and Access
Front space and access (80%)
Rear space and access (70%)
Cargo space and access (70%)
Storage capacity (70%)
Access to mechanical components (70%)
Comfort
Seats (80%)
Driving position (80%)
Suspension and ride (80%)
Noise level (70%)

Performance
Acceleration (70%)
Engine output (70%)
Transmission (80%)
Fuel consumption (70%)
Driving Dynamics
Steering (80%)
Handling (80%)
Braking (80%)
Manoeuvrability (80%)
Safety
Traction and stability control (70%)
Mirrors (70%)
Visibility (70%)
General safety (70%)
General Appreciation
General Appreciation (80%)

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This Jetta’s suspension will be familiar to Volkswagen regulars. In fact, VW neophytes might find it a touch firm. Let’s call it “European”. In the same vein, the power steering is as precise and well-measured as ever, and the brakes are easy to deal out.

This Jetta’s suspension will be familiar to Volkswagen regulars. (Photo: Luc Gagné/Auto123.com)

This is true of the poshest Jetta of the lineup at any rate, the one that inherited four-wheel disc brakes like the Jetta Sportline and all the TDIs. For the others, the automaker opted for a less expensive disc/drum combo. Another way to reach that “bargain-basement” price.

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Editor's Review Highlights

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	Blend body design Base model cheap-looking
	Spacious interior Peppy 5-cylinder engine Pleasant-to-use Tiptronic transmission Good trunk space

2011 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Specifications

Price New:	$ 23,875
Engine:	2.0L L4 turbodiesel DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption City:	6.7 L/100 KM
Fuel Consumption Highway:	4.6 L/100 KM
Transmission:	6 speed manual