VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
VW's contender in the Corolla-Civic class differentiates itself by offering a diesel engine and top notch quality the German brand is known. Yes, you get to save fuel but the entry price for fuel efficiency and a German car ownership is high.
The Good: Standard diesel engine
The Bad: A high end model with a stick shift for the price
Price Range: P1,295,000
Our Rating: ***
Last Update: September 19, 2014
| OWNERSHIP DETAILS | Sport Edition | 2.0 TDI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | P1,480,000 | P1,295,000 |
| Warranty | 3 Years or 100,000kms | 3 Years or 100,000kms |
| ENGINE SPECS | ||
| Engine | 2.0 DOHC 16V I4 | 2.0 DOHC 16V I4 |
| Horsepower | 108hp @ 2,750-4,200rpm | 108hp @ 2,750-4,200rpm |
| Torque | 280Nm @ 1,750-2,750rpm | 280Nm @ 1,750-2,750rpm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Fuel System | Common Rail Turbo Direct Injection | Common Rail Turbo Direct Injection |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 5-Speed Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 Liters | 55 Liters |
| DIMENSIONS | ||
| Length | 4,618mm | 4,618mm |
| Width | 1,778mm | 1,778mm |
| Height | 1,453mm | 1,453mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,651mm | 2,651mm |
| Curb Weight | ||
| Body Style | 4-Door Sedan | 4-Door Sedan |
| Engine/Drive Type | Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive | Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| SUSPENSION & TIRES | ||
| Front Suspension | Stabilizer | Stabilizer |
| Rear Suspension | Stabilizer | Stabilizer |
| Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
| Tires | 225/45 R18 | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheels | 18 Inch Alloy | 16 Inch Alloy |
| SAFETY | ||
| Airbags | 6 (with Passenger Airbag Deactivation) | 6 (with Passenger Airbag Deactivation) |
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Yes | Yes |
| Traction/Stability Control | None | None |
| Other Safety Features | Adds: None | ISO-FIX Seats, Park Distance Control with Acoustic Warning Signal, First Aid Kit, Warning Triangle, Standard Pedestrian Protection Measures |
| EXTERIOR | ||
| Fog Lamps | Rear | Rear |
| Other Exterior Features | Adds: Front and Rear Spoiler, Side Skirt, Tailgate Spoiler, Exhaust Trim | Black Radiator Grille, Daytime Running Lights, Body Color Door Handles and Mirrors, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters |
| INTERIOR | ||
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt/Telescopic | Tilt/Telescopic |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather |
| Seating Adjustment | Manual | Manual |
| Seating Material | Cardeol Fabric | Cardeol Fabric |
| Other Interior Features | Adds: None | Aluminum Accents, Multi Function Display, SAFELOCK Central Locking with Remote Control and Folding Key, Illuminated Vanity Mirrors, Illuminated Glove Box with Cooling Function, Front and Rear 12 Volts Socket, Scuff Plates, Dust and Pollen Filter |
| CONVENIENCE FEATURES | ||
| Power Amenities | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors |
| Climate Control | Manual | Manual |
| Audio System | AM/FM/CD/USB/AUX | AM/FM/CD/USB/AUX |
| Speakers | 8 | 8 |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes, Audio and Multi-Function Display | Yes, Audio and Multi-Function Display |
| Alarm | Yes, with Immobilizer | Yes, with Immobilizer |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| RIVALS | Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Mitsubishi Lancer, Subaru Impreza, Suzuki Kizashi, Toyota Corolla Altis |
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