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Discover the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta: Enhanced Features and Modern Design

2025 Volkswagen Jetta: New Design, More Features, and Updated Pricing
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The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta gets a major update with new styling, added features, and improved technology. Starting at $23,295, it offers an 8.0-inch touchscreen, IQ.Drive safety, and more.

The Volkswagen Jetta has been a staple in the lineup for some time. The seventh-generation model, which debuted in the US in 2019, received a minor facelift in 2022. Now, VW is giving its entry-level sedan a more comprehensive update for 2025, featuring a refreshed look and additional features.

Starting with the exterior, the 2025 Jetta sports a new front fascia design with two new grilles, sleeker LED headlights, and an optional full-width light bar in the upper grille for Sport models and above. The rear of the Jetta also sees a new full-width taillight bar. Standard 17-inch wheels are included, with 18-inch wheels available on the SEL and GLI trims.

Inside, the 2025 Jetta has been updated with a new «three-line» dashboard design and new color options such as Seawall Blue and Storm Grey. An 8.0-inch touchscreen is now standard across all trims, featuring SiriusXM satellite radio, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 

Volkswagen Jetta
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The touch-capacitive controls on the center console and steering wheel of the GLI carry over, but they are now illuminated like other updated VW models. Notably, VW is transitioning to a traditional steering wheel for the GLI, as confirmed by a spokesperson.

he powertrain remains unchanged. The base Jetta continues to use a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, now only available with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission as the manual option has been discontinued.

The Jetta GLI retains its turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, producing 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. The GLI still offers the choice between a six-speed manual and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Additional performance features for the GLI include larger brakes, a limited-slip differential, and an adaptive suspension. 

Volkswagen Jetta
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All Jetta models, including the GLI, come standard with VW’s IQ.Drive active safety technology. This suite includes features such as forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, active blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control.

The 2025 VW Jetta and Jetta GLI will be available for sale in Q3 of 2024. The base Jetta, now with a standard automatic transmission, is slightly cheaper than the outgoing model, starting at $23,295 including destination charges. Further pricing details will be announced closer to the release date.

Ethan Brown

2024, Jun 25 09:29