Audi A3 vs Volkswagen Jetta GLI
Overview | |
Years produced1996-2013 | Years produced1984-1992 |
MSRP$34,800 | MSRP$31,295 |
Average price$22,746 | Average price$23,746 |
Listings434 | Listings405 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryThe 2022 Audi A3 is a premium compact sedan entering an all-new generation of production. The four-door is available in three trim levels, with the same ones available in the higher-performance S3 variant, carrying a starting MSRP of $38,900 and going to $53,900. Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) is standard, while a front-wheel drive (FWD) drivetrain is not offered in the Canadian market. Audi has added upscale features to this new car, both standard and available, to give its entry-level compact sedan more of a premium presence. | |
Reviews SummaryIn a perfect world, every driving enthusiast could afford the car of their dreams. In reality, where mortgage or rent payments are due, you’ve got kids to shuttle, and you need enough cargo space to carry groceries, bulk-packaged toilet paper, and road-trip luggage, it can seem as though no car can possibly satisfy your practical requirements and put a smile on your face at the same time. We have good news! The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is just such a car. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower201 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque221 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower201 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.9 cu ft | Cargo Space14.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3329 lbs | Curb Weight3272 lbs |
Height56.2 in | Height57.9 in |
Length176.9 in | Length186.9 in |
Width78.1 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase103.5 in | Wheelbase105.6 in |
Maximum Payload860 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1996-2013 | 1984-1992 |
MSRP | $34,800 | $31,295 |
Average price | $22,746 | $23,746 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | The 2022 Audi A3 is a premium compact sedan entering an all-new generation of production. The four-door is available in three trim levels, with the same ones available in the higher-performance S3 variant, carrying a starting MSRP of $38,900 and going to $53,900. Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) is standard, while a front-wheel drive (FWD) drivetrain is not offered in the Canadian market. Audi has added upscale features to this new car, both standard and available, to give its entry-level compact sedan more of a premium presence. | In a perfect world, every driving enthusiast could afford the car of their dreams. In reality, where mortgage or rent payments are due, you’ve got kids to shuttle, and you need enough cargo space to carry groceries, bulk-packaged toilet paper, and road-trip luggage, it can seem as though no car can possibly satisfy your practical requirements and put a smile on your face at the same time. We have good news! The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is just such a car. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 201 hp I4 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 5000 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 201 hp I4 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 221 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 5000 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | Standard |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.9 cu ft | 14.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3329 lbs | 3272 lbs |
Height | 56.2 in | 57.9 in |
Length | 176.9 in | 186.9 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 105.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 860 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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