{"id":32924,"date":"2024-06-28T14:08:19","date_gmt":"2024-06-28T18:08:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/?p=32924"},"modified":"2024-06-28T14:19:01","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T18:19:01","slug":"affordable-cars-vw-jetta-gets-cheaper-adds-tech-n-style","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/2024\/06\/affordable-cars-vw-jetta-gets-cheaper-adds-tech-n-style","title":{"rendered":"Affordable cars: VW Jetta gets cheaper, adds tech &#8216;n&#8217; style"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">While manufacturers work on the elusive, $25,000 electric car, the internal combustion engine market has gotten a shot in the arm with new, more affordable, more content-rich $25,000 models.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">The latest is from Volkswagen, which cut the price on its base, $23k Jetta compact sedan while bringing in more standard safety features. Reskinned for the 2025, the Jetta boasts an impressive 528 miles of gas range.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">The Jetta follows the $21,495 Chevrolet Trax, $22,775 Hyundai Elantra and $22,320 Nissan Sentra as recently-introduced entry-level vehicles with significant upgrades.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"gnt_em gnt_em_img\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.detroitnews.com\/gcdn\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2024\/06\/26\/PDTN\/74224614007-vw-jetta-segli.jpg?width=660&amp;height=440&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp\" alt=\"The refreshed 2025 VW Jetta, front, starts around $23,000. The GLI performance model, rear, requires more money for more fun.\" width=\"525\" height=\"350\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><em>The refreshed 2025 VW Jetta, front, starts around $23,000. The GLI performance model, rear, requires more money for more fun. JAMES LIPMAN, VW<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"gnt_em_img_ccw gnt_em_img_ccw__cap gnt_em_img_ccw__crd\" data-c-caption=\"The refreshed 2025 VW Jetta, front, starts around $23,000. The GLI performance model, rear, requires more money for more fun.\" data-c-credit=\"JAMES LIPMAN, VW\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">While Detroit automakers have abandoned sedans for all-SUV lineups, foreign automakers like VW continue to offer compact sedans Like many automakers, VW says it is transitioning to an all-electric lineup and has discontinued development on internal-combustion drivetrains. But VW\u2019s EV lineup in the United States is focused on premium customers, starting with the ID.4 SUV at over $41,000 selling just 28,031 vehicles.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">ICE vehicles remain the entre\u0301e to the brand and the Jetta easily outsells the ID.4. It aims to continue its job of attracting new buyers with 2025 model year upgrades.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Standard on all Jettas, including the S base trim, is the so-called IQ.Drive system, which uses a suite of hardware \u2013 front and rear radar, front camera, and several ultrasound sensors \u2013 to equip the sedan with adaptive cruise control, blind-spot assist, forward collision warning, auto emergency braking, pedestrian monitoring, rear backup traffic alert and lane-keep assist.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">A floating, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system anchors the horizontal dash and its so-called \u201cthree-bar\u201d design. Upper-trim models starting with the SE (likely priced around $27k) now include features like SiriusXM satellite radio, voice control, wireless charging and smartphone connect for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Such high-tech goo-gaws were once the domain of luxury vehicles like Mercedes and Tesla, but now are increasingly standard on the market\u2019s most affordable vehicles. This tech is embedded in a new Jetta dash display that mimics the smartphone tablets that define tech culture.<\/p>\n<aside id=\"gnt_atomsnc\" class=\"gnt_em gnt_em_anc\" data-g-r=\"lazy\" data-gl-method=\"loadAnc\" aria-label=\"Newsletter signup form\">\n<div class=\"label\" hidden=\"\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"message\">\n<div class=\"title\">Get the\u00a0<span class=\"highlight\">Michigan Politics<\/span>\u00a0newsletter in your inbox.<\/div>\n<p class=\"description\">Washington and Lansing, red and blue, we&#8217;ve got your government covered.<\/p>\n<div class=\"frequency\">Delivery: Daily<\/div>\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"input-container populated\">\n<p><input autocomplete=\"off\" name=\"email\" required=\"\" type=\"email\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"clickable\"><\/div>\n<p><label>Your Email<\/label><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"bar\">\n<div class=\"highlight\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"progress-primary\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"progress-secondary\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Equipped with a eight-speed automatic transmission, the Jetta starts at $23,220 \u2013 $240 less than the 2024 model with an automatic transmission. A cheaper, manual transmission car has been discontinued.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">The Jetta\u2019s new interior is wrapped in a sleek, more athletic exterior that echoes the brand\u2019s GTI hot hatch. The front grille has been slimmed and the taillight is a single, horizontal piece.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Under the hood, the Jetta retains its 1.5-liter, 158-horsepower turbo-4 engine. The 528 miles of range remains one of ICE vehicles\u2019 significant advantages over EV peers. The cheapest EV on the market today is the $29k Nissan Leaf with just 150 miles of range. Batteries cost money.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">The $41k VW ID.4 has range of 263, miles, or about half the Jetta, and can add 60 miles of charge in 10 minutes at a DC fast charger. The Jetta can fill up its 13.2-gallon tank in about two minutes.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"gnt_em gnt_em_img\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.detroitnews.com\/gcdn\/authoring\/authoring-images\/2024\/06\/26\/PDTN\/74224629007-vw-jetta-glise.jpg?width=660&amp;height=440&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp\" alt=\"The 2025 VW Jetta GLI, front, is powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-4 that has 228 horses on offer.\" width=\"485\" height=\"323\" \/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"gnt_em_img_ccw gnt_em_img_ccw__cap gnt_em_img_ccw__crd\" data-c-caption=\"The 2025 VW Jetta GLI, front, is powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-4 that has 228 horses on offer.\" data-c-credit=\"JAMES LIPMAN, VW\">\n<p><em>The 2025 VW Jetta GLI, front, is powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-4 that has 228 horses on offer. JAMES LIPMAN, VW<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">The Jetta saves the manual for its performance version, the GLI \u2013 aka the \u201cGTI with a trunk.\u201d The sporty GLI packs a 2.0-liter turbo-4 that ups power to 228 horses. Other performance upgrades include larger brakes and limited-slip differential. Expect the GLI to start at about $30k.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\"><em>Henry Payne is auto critic for The Detroit News. Find him at hpayne@detroitnews.com or Twitter @HenryEPayne<\/em>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While manufacturers work on the elusive, $25,000 electric car, the internal combustion engine market has gotten a shot in the arm with new, more affordable, more content-rich $25,000 models. The latest is from Volkswagen, which cut the price on its base, $23k Jetta compact sedan while bringing in more standard safety features. 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