The Jetta migrated to VW’s ubiquitous MQB architecture last year, a platform that underpins a huge range of vehicles in the Volkswagen Group automotive empire, from the Golf hatchback to various Audis, Seats, Škodas and more. This foundational shift allowed engineers to give the car a longer wheelbase, plus increase its width and height, all while reducing the front overhang for more attractive proportions, though the grille… yeah, it’s got a lot of grille.

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In addition to a greater appearance, those settings also have more cabin space. Passenger volume is now 94.7 cubic feet, while the trunk measures a 14.1 beneficiary. This means that the Jetta is more spacious than the Toyota Corolla and Mazda3 sedan, the Honda Civic and Nissan Sentra are a little more spacious according to technical records, however, in general use, you probably won’t notice any difference.

There is plenty of legroom and head in the back seat of this car, plus the cushion and backrest are tilted comfortably. When reduced, the folding center armrest is also at the same point as the armrests on the door panel, a touch that complements comfort.

Heated external rear seats are another attractive convenience, popular on SEL and SEL Premium models, but optional in SE and R-Line variants. Oddly enough, my high-end tester still lacks vents for directional passengers, there is an apparent position for them. Like an unpleasant but hard-to-trace smell emanating from a forgotten corner of your refrigerator, there are other small smells that reduce costs on the Jetta. There is only one garage pocket in the folder, for example. The car also has no full fuel without a hood, no latch on the front center armrest, no ratchet and locking in other positions, as was the case in the old Volkswagens. Even the yetton volume seems like the result of too many pinched cents, its rotating motion/stop chart, so it’s almost never perfectly aligned, which will drive others crazy with details.

Similarly, some of the Jetta’s secondarys seem more fragile than a landslide in a hurricane, such as temperature buttons and headlight transfer. Still, other buttons are super nice, such as rock solid ignition transfer and driving mode selector.

The Jetta’s front seats are flat and wide, too long for someone as emaciated as me, most people will probably find them quite accommodating. On my SEL Premium Jetta, leather is standard. It looks wonderful and is a laugh to begin with, the maximum models in diversity have simulated leather seat surfaces, while the entry-level S variant comes with fabric. The front seats of my car also have heating and ventilation, which makes the Jetta an exciting selection in every season. The guide wheel will also keep your hands warm at the touch of a button.

Complementing the beautiful leather there are a handful of comfortable plastics. The most sensitive parts of the Jetta dashboard and front door panels are well textured and fluffy when you push them. Some of the uncompromising polymers inside are not as attractive, however, you can’t expect Kobe meat on a Bologna budget.

The star of the cabin of this Vee-Dub is infotainment technology. SEL Premium models come with a popular Discover Media formula with an 8-inch touchscreen and built-in navigation. (The decreasing models come with a 6.5-inch screen, all supplied with the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto series). This infotainment it offers is lively and intuitive. Scroll through its various screens and everything will respond quickly. Pinch to zoom in on the map also works pretty well. It’s neither the fastest nor the most fluid, however, it’s not like improving the photo in the film Blade Runner. Overall, this information and entertainment formula is higher than what Honda and Toyota are doing those days, and is at least as smart as Hyundai and Kia’s latest offerings.

In addition to this touchpad, Volkswagen Digital Cockpit is also included in the SEL Premium jettas, which replace classic tools with a 10.25-inch reconfigurable display. Clear, crisp and strangely glare-free, this is one of the best gifts of its kind that can be obtained today, in fact in the elegance of the Jetta.

If you can replace the pay per month, it and amazing models come with a popular kit you definitely like, features like two-zone air conditioning, keyless entry with home button and a sunroof. The SEL and SEL Premium variants also feature Beats audio and ambient interior lighting, among others.

Early collision caution and blind spot tracking with rear cross-traffic alert are popular in the range, with the exception of the fundamental model, where optional. A responsive and flexible adaptive cruise control system, as well as lane maintenance assistance and automatic traffic lighting accessories are popular in the top two versions.

If the Jetta’s sterile outer stylus was not enough to warn that it is an area of laughter, what is under the hood will spread it aloud. All versions of this car run on a 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine. With a turbocharger, direct fuel injection and an intelligently designed, intermediate air-water cooler built directly into the intake manifold, it offers a modest power of 147 horsepower and 184 lb/ft of torque.

You must have two transmissions. On mid-range S and R-Line entry-level models, six-speed care is popular for three-pedal fun. If you prefer not to row yours, you only have to pay $800 more for the eight-speed automatic transmission. It’s just a Ben Franklin compared to walking before, an incredibly moderate price.

Naturally, my SEL Premium tester comes with this magic gearbox. It’s comfortable and fast, leaving little to complain about. He does what he wants without drawing attention.

Especially smooth, the Jetta’s engine runs in a low voice. This car is by no means a rocket, however, the acceleration at low speed is quite clever thanks to a beneficial torque at only 1400 rpm. Unfortunately, speeds exceed 50 mph. Passing on the road or even on secondary roads is slower than I would like. If you need genuine performance, opt for a Jetta GLI. It is powered by a large 2.0-liter engine that generates 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Several times while driving, I notice a slight or slight sagging. This occurs when the car moves slightly and it appears that the engine shuts down for a fraction of a second, which is quite undesirable. At least the real fuel economy of the jetta is exceptional. In the combined driving, it did more than 38 miles consistent with the gallon without even trying. According to the EPA, it is expected to average only 34, a figure derived from its 30 mpg score in city and its score on the road of 40. In the city, engine shutdown is undoubtedly helping those figures. This feature is fluid and fast, so there is nothing wrong here.

The Jetta’s address is quite forgettable. It doesn’t show bad habits, but it doesn’t impress you with telepathic sharpness either. Driving the car is also a little stiffer than I expected. It’s not hard or bumpy, but it has a dense feel, much like concrete wheels.

The Volkswagen Jetta 2020 comes in five grades: S, SE, R-Line, SEL and SEL Premium. An entry-level variant with a six-speed manual transmission price just below $20,000, adding a $920 destination fee. This makes it the cheapest VW you can have in the United States. My final overhead style costs $28,865, a non-unreasonable figure for a generously sized sedan with rather features. In addition, for value-conscious drivers, it comes with a 4-year/50,000-mile warranty and scheduled loose maintenance for the first two years or 20,000 miles.

The Jetta is a smart car, but I don’t think VW is looking for fences with this product. Of course, it is spacious and wrapped in an adult style, but in some tactics it doesn’t seem noticeable. I’d take one at the Toyota Corolla or Subaru Impreza, but it’s not as correct as a Honda Civic or a Mazda3.

This was originally published on Roadshow.

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