I know that it’s a big gap, the last time I was behind the wheel of a Volkswagen I was 17, and it was a 1986 Jetta! Imagine the shock, it’s like switching from a Commodore 64 to a PC overnight. In spite of the fact that I only spent a few hours behind the wheel, my Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid experience was enough to reconcile myself with the brand…but not enough to consider purchasing this vehicle.
I liked the car's styling, which is definitely not flashy or gaudy like some others, yet distinctive enough to stand out in a crowd.
Notwithstanding the fact that I blew my knee on the steering wheel's telescoping control stalk, I would give the interior of the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid a nearly perfect score. The friendly and accessible dashboard incorporates a lovely touchscreen interface that doesn't require a learning curve.
On the road, the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid is powerful enough considering its aspirations. Transitions between the various operating modes are often seamless. However, like my colleagues Marie-Laurence Paquin and Matt St-Pierre, I had a really hard time adjusting to the regenerative braking system.
My three sons could have stayed in the back without running out of air, but since my youngest son has to sit in a child seat, they would have lacked comfort during long trips. Overall comfort is good, though. As for the trunk, it boasts decent cargo capacity despite the space-consuming battery pack. Had we undertaken a full weekend getaway, however, a cargo rack would have been a must.
At the end of the day, my two eldest sons liked the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid very much. As for my four-year-old, anything new means a lot of fun for him, especially the rear window button. Thank God he didn't throw his toys off the window while on the highway!
I would consider the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid if I had just two kids; its many amenities and good driving dynamics won me over. However, I have a large family and wouldn't want to own more than one car. I'll keep an eye on it just in case because, you know, kids grow up eventually...
Don't miss the full reviews of the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid by Marie-Laurence Paquin and Justin Pritchard.
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| Photo: Volkwagen |
I liked the car's styling, which is definitely not flashy or gaudy like some others, yet distinctive enough to stand out in a crowd.
Notwithstanding the fact that I blew my knee on the steering wheel's telescoping control stalk, I would give the interior of the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid a nearly perfect score. The friendly and accessible dashboard incorporates a lovely touchscreen interface that doesn't require a learning curve.
On the road, the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid is powerful enough considering its aspirations. Transitions between the various operating modes are often seamless. However, like my colleagues Marie-Laurence Paquin and Matt St-Pierre, I had a really hard time adjusting to the regenerative braking system.
My three sons could have stayed in the back without running out of air, but since my youngest son has to sit in a child seat, they would have lacked comfort during long trips. Overall comfort is good, though. As for the trunk, it boasts decent cargo capacity despite the space-consuming battery pack. Had we undertaken a full weekend getaway, however, a cargo rack would have been a must.
At the end of the day, my two eldest sons liked the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid very much. As for my four-year-old, anything new means a lot of fun for him, especially the rear window button. Thank God he didn't throw his toys off the window while on the highway!
I would consider the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid if I had just two kids; its many amenities and good driving dynamics won me over. However, I have a large family and wouldn't want to own more than one car. I'll keep an eye on it just in case because, you know, kids grow up eventually...
Don't miss the full reviews of the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Hybrid by Marie-Laurence Paquin and Justin Pritchard.
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| Photo: Volkswagen |