Overview & Reviews

The big news for the 2014 Jetta is its new 1.8-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gas engine, which replaces the underwhelming five-cylinder that powered the Jetta for many years. There's also a handful of equipment updates, including a standard independent rear suspension, an available rearview camera and VW Car-Net telematics.

• Smooth ride quality
• Good fuel economy and performance from turbocharged engines.
• Spacious interior and trunk

• Weak, inefficient base engine
• High price of diesel-powered TDI
• Spotty interior quality.

User Reviews:

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  After 18,000 miles continues to impress - 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Jamie - January 24 - 1:27 am

  I cant imagine somebody test driving cars in the $20K price range and not settling on the Jetta. Its so refined and crisp to drive, its amazing that its price point is with a Ford Focus or Kia Forte...etc. Its drives like it should cost $10K more than it does. I havent had a single issue in nearly 18K miles. Engine is powerful and silky smooth. Transmission shifts are quick and precise. Handling and ride quality are terrific as is the gas mileage. And the seats are simply awesome and the interior is roomy. The interior isnt techno-gimmick filled or very colorful. But I could care less about that stuff. This is a drivers car and its always fun and engaging. Zero regrets.

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  Safe in an accident - 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Doug S. - April 6 - 6:10 pm

  Another car ran a red light, we hit them going 45 mph. The air bags and seat belts work fantastic.We never felt the collision.Though the front end of our car was totaled my wife and I had only minor injuries.

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  Waaaay better than previous vehicle (Honda Insight) - 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
  By pacific_nw - October 28 - 4:29 am

  I used to own a 2010 Jetta SE 2.5 5-cylinder & a 2010 Honda Insight Hybrid, & this car has certainly been the best of both worlds. VW has fixed the previous issues that I had with the remodelled Jetta (most importantly, the IRS) & this car gets the advertised mpg that the TDi claims (42 us hwy mpg is almost dead-on from our 2000+ mile road trip up and down the west coast.) It is such a great road trip car. It has all the power you need to go up hills that our Insight pathetically would cry about and it has great interior/trunk space. The DSG has been the best shifting transmission Ive had. A must buy if you are looking for inexpensive/fun to drive/fuel economy. Interior also easy to clean.

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  Test Drive Jetta SE with 1.8 TSI - 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
  By carbuilder1 - April 11 - 3:28 am

  I leased my 2014 Jetta SE with Connectivity in November 2013. I was a long time Toyota Customer and was always happy. I was previously in a 2011 Toyota Camry, but wanted to reduce payment & insurance cost. I also wanted increase gas mileage without sac. room. Toy. gave a high lease price for 2014 Corolla.This caused me to look elsewhere.After test driving much of the compact segment,this Jetta Blew me away.I leased during the "sign then drive event" so I was able to get into to this vehicle which was a much higher equipped vehicle then all others I test drove.(IE.Cruze,Corolla.)For a lower lease price. The 170 HP TSI and 6 spd.Trans. are fantastic!Great Gas mileage 2.Youll Love it!-SE&above

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  Power house! - 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Steven G - February 4 - 3:13 am

  Bought this car used 2 years ago from rental car company with 50k on it. Because I like speed I got the car tuned with apr stage 1 with a downpipe, and let me tell you WOW. 28mpg city and 0-60 maybe in the low 6s I beat tuned focus STs all the time. Stock this car performance wise beats most others in its class with mpg to power in consideration. But after the tune it is no contest. The ride is good not great for cornering really fast but Id rather not feel every crack anyways. Seats are comfortable, taken the car on many 3+ hour trips and no issues. Although the interior quality is a bit lacking.

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  A Great Value - 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
  By tweetconn - February 16 - 9:26 pm

  I have had my 2014 Jetta SE for just over 3300 miles now and like it a lot. My previous car was a 2001 Jetta GL with 2.0 engine and a 5 speed manual. There are many things to like with this car. My previous Jetta was very reliable and I put 169000 miles on it.

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  A Perfect Sedan For Most Consumers At A Very Good Price - 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
  By roadtester1 - April 17 - 11:46 pm

  To start with, and in full disclosure I rated my new 2014 Jetta S with the 6-speed automatic with many 5 stars as I feel the professional test drivers who put out review videos and write professional reviews for a living are not really representing the average American on what they are truly looking for in a car. Who really wants or needs a 300 horsepower four door sedan that does 0-60 in five seconds. Look to a Corvette for that. Who really wants and needs soft leather on the dash and full interior. Look to a Lexus for that. Volkswagen should not be overlooked for several reasons including build quality, safety, handling, and tons of interior room to name a few. Did I mention value.

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  Awesome car - 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Hugo Barragàn - March 4 - 12:18 pm

  I love this car. It drives great and its fuel efficient.

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  The best car I ever drove as a commuter - 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
  By dasautoistgut - March 14 - 7:37 pm

  Its the 2014 S model, 5 speed manual 2.0 L no thrills version of this vehicle. Paid $18,600 new. Because its a manual, it actually is quite spirited even though it only has 115 horse power and not sure about torque, but its a little rocket considering. It has now 70,000 miles on it and I do my own maintenance. Car has had no issues. Its assembled in Mexico, so quality of build will be different from anything coming from Wolfsburg, Germany, but its working great and overall good. I am sure I have the cheapest interior, but its holding up. I am not an oversized XXXXL individual either, so I cant wear out the springs haha. So if you are a normal build person, the car holds up. My mileage is probably around the mid 30s, not bad. Wasnt worth for me to get the TDI, which I owned before this one. Couldnt justify the more cost of a Diesel at the time of purchase in Oct 2013. It looks sharp for what it is and the trunk space is amazingly roomy.

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  Best non-luxury sedan - 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
  By Abraham Padilla - June 20 - 8:18 am

  Quality and Style that surpasses any competitor.