2021 Lexus IS vs 2022 Volkswagen Jetta

2021 Lexus IS
2021 Lexus IS
$39,050MSRP
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2022 Volkswagen Jetta
2022 Volkswagen Jetta
$20,365MSRP
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2021 Lexus IS
$39,050MSRP
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2022 Volkswagen Jetta
$20,365MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$39,050

MSRP

$20,365

Average price

$40,116

Average price

$26,450

Listings

29

Listings

51
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

6.8 out of 10
Pros
  • Fuel-efficient
  • Comfortable
  • Impressive technology
Cons
  • Fairly pedestrian performance
  • Unintuitive technology
  • All-wheel drive not available

2021 Lexus IS Reviews Summary

The new Lexus IS enters its fourth generation of production, embodying lessons learned from the LC and RC. The 2021 IS targets enthusiast drivers and luxury buyers who might be thinking German first, and it seeks to recalibrate expectations of what a compact luxury sports sedan can be.

2022 Volkswagen Jetta Reviews Summary

The Jetta receives a mild but value-minded refresh for the 2022 model year. Although the compact sedan’s lineup has been pared down, the Jetta’s standard features, technology, and power rating get a welcomed boost.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 241 hp I4

Engine

1.5L 158 hp I4

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

Horsepower

MPG City

21

MPG City

29

MPG Highway

31

MPG Highway

43
2021 Lexus IS
2021 Lexus IS
$39,050MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Volkswagen Jetta
2022 Volkswagen Jetta
$20,365MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Lexus IS
$39,050MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Volkswagen Jetta
$20,365MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
MSRP
$39,050
$20,365
Average price
$40,116
$26,450
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.6
5.0
Expert reviews

7.3 out of 10

Read full review

6.8 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons
Pros
  • Fuel-efficient
  • Comfortable
  • Impressive technology
Cons
  • Fairly pedestrian performance
  • Unintuitive technology
  • All-wheel drive not available
Summary
The new Lexus IS enters its fourth generation of production, embodying lessons learned from the LC and RC. The 2021 IS targets enthusiast drivers and luxury buyers who might be thinking German first, and it seeks to recalibrate expectations of what a compact luxury sports sedan can be.
The Jetta receives a mild but value-minded refresh for the 2022 model year. Although the compact sedan’s lineup has been pared down, the Jetta’s standard features, technology, and power rating get a welcomed boost.
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.0L 241 hp I4
1.5L 158 hp I4
Drive Train
RWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
241 hp @ 5800 rpm
MPG City
21
29
MPG Highway
31
43
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