2021 Volkswagen Jetta vs 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Overview | |
MSRP$18,995 | MSRP$111,100 |
Average price$23,975 | Average price$129,745 |
Listings280 | Listings12 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 |
2021 Volkswagen Jetta Reviews SummarySmall cars aren't asked to do much beyond the basics: provide efficient, reliable transportation at a manageable price. Plenty of models fit this form, and in some rare cases, they manage to do it while also being fun to drive, like the Mazda3. In other cases, the vehicle manages to feel more upscale than the competition, like the Honda Civic. But the Volkswagen Jetta's legacy has historically been defined by its ability to offer both an upscale interior and a rewarding driving experience. But then something happened with the Jetta. Starting with the 2011 model year, Volkswagen attempted to broaden the Jetta's appeal, and until 2018 we were left with a drab interior, an underpowered engine, and an uninspiring driving experience. VW’s hallmark was always that its cars felt a little special, so by adopting a homogenous look and feel, VW removed what made the Jetta unique and desirable to its fans. So Volkswagen had some work to do with the seventh-generation Jetta, which launched in 2019. Does this car move the Jetta name back toward driving refinement and upscale feel? Or does it continue to disappoint as just another bland entrant among small cars? | |
2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reviews SummaryThe 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a full-size four-door luxury sedan with a 48-volt mild hybrid system as part of its gasoline-electric powertrain, including a turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-6-cylinder gas engine (S500) or twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 (S580), with EQ Boost, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive (AWD). The S500 starts at $123,500; the S580 starts at $139,900. Natural Resources Canada estimates the S500 can achieve fuel consumption as low as 11.4 litres per 100 kilometres city/8.0 highway/9.9 combined, while the S580 is rated at 14.3 L/100 km city/9.5 highway/12.2 combined. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.4L 147 hp I4 | Engine3.0L 429 hp I6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower147 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 147 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 429 hp I6 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm | Torque384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower147 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsOptional |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemOptional |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.1 cu ft | Cargo Space12.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight2965 lbs | Curb Weight4740 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height59.2 in |
Length185.1 in | Length208.2 in |
Width70.8 in | Width83.0 in |
Wheelbase105.7 in | Wheelbase126.6 in |
Maximum Payload882 lbs | Maximum Payload1387 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $18,995 | $111,100 |
Average price | $23,975 | $129,745 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | Small cars aren't asked to do much beyond the basics: provide efficient, reliable transportation at a manageable price. Plenty of models fit this form, and in some rare cases, they manage to do it while also being fun to drive, like the Mazda3. In other cases, the vehicle manages to feel more upscale than the competition, like the Honda Civic. But the Volkswagen Jetta's legacy has historically been defined by its ability to offer both an upscale interior and a rewarding driving experience. But then something happened with the Jetta. Starting with the 2011 model year, Volkswagen attempted to broaden the Jetta's appeal, and until 2018 we were left with a drab interior, an underpowered engine, and an uninspiring driving experience. VW’s hallmark was always that its cars felt a little special, so by adopting a homogenous look and feel, VW removed what made the Jetta unique and desirable to its fans. So Volkswagen had some work to do with the seventh-generation Jetta, which launched in 2019. Does this car move the Jetta name back toward driving refinement and upscale feel? Or does it continue to disappoint as just another bland entrant among small cars? | The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a full-size four-door luxury sedan with a 48-volt mild hybrid system as part of its gasoline-electric powertrain, including a turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-6-cylinder gas engine (S500) or twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 (S580), with EQ Boost, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive (AWD). The S500 starts at $123,500; the S580 starts at $139,900. Natural Resources Canada estimates the S500 can achieve fuel consumption as low as 11.4 litres per 100 kilometres city/8.0 highway/9.9 combined, while the S580 is rated at 14.3 L/100 km city/9.5 highway/12.2 combined. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.4L 147 hp I4 | 3.0L 429 hp I6 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 5000 rpm | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 147 hp I4 | 3.0L 429 hp I6 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm | 384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 5000 rpm | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.1 cu ft | 12.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2965 lbs | 4740 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 59.2 in |
Length | 185.1 in | 208.2 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 83.0 in |
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 126.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 882 lbs | 1387 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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