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Volkswagen's 2024 Jetta delivers with sleek styling, more space for rear passengers and a wealth of standard safety tech.
Base trim adds a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter knob. Rain-sensing wipers also provide added safety for the frequent showers and sudden downpours in summer months.
Under the Hood
S, Sport, SE and SEL trims have a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine that delivers 158 hp and 184 Ib-ft of torque.
Drivers looking for more control and freedom behind the wheel can use the 6-speed manual transmission. Or drivers can opt for the 8-speed automatic and take the worry out of constantly shifting gears in the daily commute.
The GLI trim has a 2.0-liter engine and produces 228 hp and 258 Ib-ft of torque.
Engineers prioritized passenger comfort with an innovative adaptive suspension and customized vertical wheel control for cushioned comfort on bumpy roads.
Comfort and Convenience
The VW Digital Cockpit interface displays high-resolution driving information for better visibility in bright sunlight.
Engine coolant temperatures in hot weather conditions are highlighted and accessible at a glance, allowing drivers to react promptly to avoid car overheating. Additional data like range reminders and fuel efficiency allow drivers to plan gas stops and drive more confidently on long-distance trips.
Motorists can conveniently set up multiple navigation displays within their sight line without taking eyes off the road. A 6.5-inch infotainment system wired to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto offers access to favorite streaming services or podcasts.
Features available on higher trims include a fold-down rear seat armrest, automatic dual-zone climate control, an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen and wireless charging. A 10-color interior ambient lighting palette creates a calming atmosphere and reduces travel stress for young children on long journeys.
An auto-dimming mirror reduces glare from sun reflection off other vehicles or headlights from other vehicles. It also reduces eye strain and helps drivers quickly adjust to changing light conditions when transitioning from dark tunnels or dense forests into bright sunlight.
Safety
The 2024 Jetta prioritizes summer safety with Volkswagen's IQ Drive technologies on all trims.
Safety technology:
- Adaptive Cruise Control: Reduces driving fatigue by maintaining a set distance from vehicles ahead and reducing the need for constant pedal adjustments in traffic gridlocks.
- Lane Assist: Scorching temperatures cause drowsiness and distractions. This system provides warnings and gentle steering corrections when a driver begins to drift.
- Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking: Warns of potential rear-end collisions in stop-and-go traffic in busy summer months.
- Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert: Detects vehicles and motorcycles in blind spots.
Other integrated safety systems:
- Advanced tire pressure monitoring system alerts drivers to dangerously low air levels and helps prevent blowouts.
- High-strength steel safety cage built into the vehicle's structure absorbs impact energy and shields occupants in a collision.
- Side bars prevent the doors from buckling inwards in a side impact crash and the main hoop of the cage stops occupants from being crushed in a rollover accident.
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