What Changed

A 2.5L, 5-cylinder engine rated at 170 hp, 177 lb-ft of torque becomes standard. Trim levels have been renamed S, SE, SEL, GLI and GLI Autobahn. A diesel-engined variant should return to the lineup mid-2008.

Comparison to Prior Model

2008 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan 2007 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan
2008 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan 2007 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan
Price Range ($) $16,990 - $25,305 $16,490 - $25,065
Length (in) 179.3 179.3
Wheelbase (in) 101.5 101.5
Width (in) 69.3 69.3
Height (in) 57.5 57.5
Track (in) 60.7 60.7
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 362.2 362.2
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3230-3334 3230-3334
Legroom Total (in.) 76.6 76.6
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 90.8 90.8
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 16 16
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • FWD
Engines
  • 2.0l I4 (200-bhp)
  • 2.5l I5 (170-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 (200-bhp)
  • 2.5l I5 (150-bhp)
Transmissions A6, M5, M6 A6, M5, M6
City MPG 21-22 22-25
Highway MPG 29 30-32
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