new volkswagen jetta vs honda civic vehicle comparison and research

Which car is a better deal - Volkswagen Jetta for sale vs Honda Civic? We think it's the Jetta but we are biased, so you'll have to decide for yourself. In the article below we will highlight the features that make both cars unique.

Did you know that Volkswagen in addition to its namesake brand also owns and manufactures Audi, Porsche, Bentley, Bugatti, and Lamborghini? It comes to tell that Volkswagen knows how to make vehicles that look stunning and are fun to drive. Volkswagen Jetta is no exception.

VW Jetta vs Honda Civic Price

Volkswagen Jetta also comes with 48 months / 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper warranty vs 36 months / 36,000 miles for the Civic. And get that. When you purchase the Jetta you also get free maintenance for 2 years / 24,000 miles. All that makes the German sedan a great deal, don't you think. 

 
 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
 VS   
 HONDA CIVIC
 34 Combined fuel economy
 29
 5 Seats
 5
 Standard Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
 Trim specific availability - not on base model
 14.1 cubic feet
 Cargo Volume
 11.9 to 25.7 cubic feet
 Optional Blind Spot System
 n/a
 48 months / 50,000 miles
 Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty
 36 months / 36,000 miles
 24 months / 24,000 miles
 Free Maintenance
 n/a
 1.5L I4 Turbo
 Engine
 2.0L I4

VW Jetta vs Honda Civic Fuel Economy

But it gets even better. Jetta's boasts an impressive combined fuel economy of 34 mpg vs 29 mpg for the Civic. Depending on how much you drive that can make a big difference.

VW Jetta vs Honda Civic Seating Capacity

Both compact cars have 5 passengers seating capacity making them good family vehicles. Planning a fun family weekend away from the city? If you decide to go with the German sedan you will have enough room in the trunk for all the stuff you might need as Jetta's cargo volume is 14.1 cubic feet compared to just 11.9 cubic feet for the base model.

VW Jetta vs Honda Civic Infotainment Features

Want to keep your passengers entertained on a long trip? No problem. Apple CarPlay/Android Auto comes standard so you could have easy access to your favorite phone apps (Honda Civic's base model doesn't have Apple CarPlay/Android Auto). It also means fewer distractions, effortless navigation, hands-free texting, real-time reminders, and high quality streaming music. 

VW Jetta vs Honda Civic Safety Features

You want to keep yourself and your passengers entertained but also safe, don't you? Volkswagen thinks the same way. Jetta has Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR), and an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Blind Spot System (optional) but not available in the Civic's base model.

In conclusion, we have to say that you'll get more car for your money if you choose the Jetta because it costs less, comes with free maintenance for the first two years and has better bumber-to-bumper warranty.

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