Volkswagen Jetta vs. Volkswagen Jetta GLI: What’s the Difference?

The Volkswagen Jetta and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI are both sleek and sporty sedans. While they may sound similar, they each offer their own distinct perks. The former offers multiple trims for a wider variety of customization, while the latter has an edge in performance. North Penn Volkswagen is giving you a closer look at each option.

Spirited Performance

Drivers seeking a performance-focused drive will prefer the Volkswagen Jetta GLI. The Volkswagen Jetta uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged TSI® engine to deliver a responsive 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, while the Volkswagen Jetta GLI uses its 2.0-liter turbocharged TSI® engine to provide an even-more-enticing 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. However, that makes the Volkswagen Jetta slightly more efficient, with an EPA-estimated 39 highway mpg, as opposed to an EPA-estimated 36 highway mpg in the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.

Premium Features

The Volkswagen Jetta is offered in multiple trim levels, while the Volkswagen Jetta GLI has only one. This allows you to opt for even more premium features in the Volkswagen Jetta. While both models offer available heated and ventilated front seats, the Volkswagen Jetta also features available heated second-row outboard seats and an available heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Statement Style

Both of these sleek sedans will turn heads on the road. However, the Volkswagen Jetta GLI has a one-of-a-kind style, which now includes a new front-end design, including a new grille and new LED headlights with lightbar. It’s also available with a Black Package, which includes 18-inch black alloy wheels and black side mirror caps. For another bold touch, it features Titan Black leather seating surfaces with red accents inside.

Explore Our New Volkswagen Inventory in Colmar, PA

There are so many reasons to love both the Volkswagen Jetta and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI. We encourage you to test-drive both options to decide which one suits you best. Stop by North Penn Volkswagen to try these models out today!