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  • Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

    Since 1979, Volkswagen has sold more than 16 million examples of the Jetta worldwide. A healthy 3.2 million of those cars were sold in the U.S. alone. But as the German marque moves towards a lineup more focused on tech, the outgoing Jetta was well overdue for an update. Thankfully, Detroit will see the sleek seventh-generation make its debut.

    Riding on VW’s award-winning MQB platform – the same structure that underpins cars like the Golf and Audi A3, among others – the new Jetta is completely rebuilt from the ground up. We were among the first to sample the new sedan with that updated platform, and the first impressions were, well, impressive.

    New bones stretch the wheelbase of the Jetta to 105.7 inches (268.5 centimeters) long, compared to the 104.4 inches (265.2 centimeters) found on the previous model. Its overhangs are now shorter, its body is now taller and wider, and the increased exterior proportions gave way to a more spacious cabin. Specific volume figures will be released at a later date.

    That new elongated exterior is highlighted by styling inspired largely by the Arteon and I.D. concepts. Overall it gives the Jetta a more modern, more upscale-looking fascia. A larger grille pairs with sharper body lines and a sloping roofline. LED headlights come standard – but the new look isn’t just limited to the exterior.

    The Jetta’s cabin is fully redesigned, and gains more than few added comforts. High-quality soft-touch materials are littered throughout, and come accented by new trapezoidal design elements. Fabric seat color and design options are now more plentiful, and paired with 10-color ambient lighting, it makes the whole cabin customizable.

    The upscale interior gives way to plenty of tech, too. Opt for the SEL and SEL Premium models, and the Jetta comes standard with a Digital Cockpit display. The new interface can be reconfigured largely to the driver’s preferences, giving them a view things like navigation, or vehicle settings, directly in the speedometer display.

    Pay a bit extra, and VW will add on an entire suite of safety systems. The Jetta gains premium features like forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitoring with rear traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and lane departure warning. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and MirrorLink come standard, and pair directly with VW’s Car-Net infotainment system.

    Under the hood, the new Jetta is powered by the same 1.4-liter turbocharged and direct-inject TSI engine found in the outgoing model. For 2019, though, it's slightly down on power – producing 147 horsepower (109 kilowatts) and 184 pound-feet (249 Newton-meters) of torque, compared to 2018's 150 hp (111 kW) and 184 lb-ft. But don't worry, a more powerful GLI version is coming.

    Power is sent to the front wheels exclusively via a new standard six-speed manual transmission, but buyers can opt for the new eight-speed automatic with standard stop/start technology if they so choose. The eight-speed gearbox will come standard on higher trim levels, with no manual option.

    The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta will be available in four different trim levels at launch: S, SE, SEL, and SEL Premium. An R-Line trim will eventually join the lineup, adding on sporty elements like minor exterior restyling, exclusive interior and exterior design elements, appropriate badging, and an XDS electronic differential.

    The 2019 VW Jetta starts at $18,545, and will go on sale later in the year.















    Blair
    Former Cars: '12 Fiat 500, '10 VW GTI, '05 Smart Fortwo, '96 VW Jetta GLX, '02 VW GTI 337.........

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    Re: Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

    Hmmm. Im sure I'll grow to like it and it will be a great driving car but not 100% on the looks yet. Having said that I usually feel that way about every new gen Jetta (other than the MK4 which I thought was beautiful from the get go)!
    Derek

    -2008 Avus Silver RS4-Fat ass II
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    • #3
      Re: Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

      I'm ok with the front and sides but that rear end with the in and out look is nasty imo. Not a fan, but maybe with time I will come around?
      2001 Jetta TDI GL Silver
      Malone Tune stage 5+ ,VNT17-22Turbo, OMI, PP Race Pipe, PD 150 Intake, 2 1/2" Straight back exhaust, no mufflers, 2 1/2" downpipe straight no Cat, Race 520 Injectors, 11mm Fuel Pump, Lift Pump, EGR Delete mod,DC Stage IV Clutch, Michelin X-Ice 2's, 26 lb/s of boost alll day long, Smoking like a train!

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      • #4
        Re: Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

        I think those wheels are pretty bad and not doing the car any favours, probably why it looks better in the lens flair, motion shots. Needs some lowering and better wheels and it could be better, I guess we will see what the GLI adds too.
        Blair
        Former Cars: '12 Fiat 500, '10 VW GTI, '05 Smart Fortwo, '96 VW Jetta GLX, '02 VW GTI 337.........

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        • #5
          Re: Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

          The interior is really nice (anyone else notice the in-dash displaying is showing what appears to be video of the interior?), however I agree it's riding too high right now, it reminds me of stock MK4 Jetta which just needs a bit of tweaking to look great.

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          • #6
            Re: Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

            Originally posted by witchcraftz View Post
            The interior is really nice (anyone else notice the in-dash displaying is showing what appears to be video of the interior?), however I agree it's riding too high right now, it reminds me of stock MK4 Jetta which just needs a bit of tweaking to look great.
            That screen is to control the interior lighting settings.

            I'll wait to see it in person, but the exterior looks pretty meh to me. The interior is nice though.
            Scott
            '23 Audi Q5 Technik | Ultra Blue Metallic | Black​
            '01 DC5 Honda Integra Type R | Championship White | Red

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            • #7
              Re: Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

              mkiv4life

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              • #8
                Re: Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

                Show floor pics of the R-Line trim









                Blair
                Former Cars: '12 Fiat 500, '10 VW GTI, '05 Smart Fortwo, '96 VW Jetta GLX, '02 VW GTI 337.........

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                • #9
                  Re: Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

                  I know I don't like cars when they are too low so a factory S4 or Golf R is perfect to me (I know, I am getting old....) but this time this Jetta R looks more like a heavy duty pick up.....

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                  • #10
                    Re: Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

                    More low (bad photoshop)



                    Last edited by witchcraftz; 01-16-2018, 11:04 AM.

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                    • #11
                      Re: Volkswagen MK7 Jetta (2019+)

                      Originally posted by witchcraftz View Post
                      More low (bad photoshop)

                      Now this is nice!

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