Did you know that the Volkswagen Jetta is 40 years old? Having debuted all the way back in 1979, it's become one of VW's best-selling cars over the last four decades. And every new model that comes out somehow seems to top the previous one. The 2019 VW Jetta is one of the most sought-after new Volkswagen models for a variety of reasons.Â
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Power and Performance
The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta comes standard with a 147-horsepower turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine. This is paired with a six-speed manual transmission in the base trim, but an eight-speed automatic transmission is available; it's standard in the upper trims. Front-wheel drive is also standard equipment, giving the VW Jetta very good handling and a smooth ride. An interesting available feature in this car is Drive Mode Selection, which enables drivers to select four different options: Normal, Eco, Sport, or Custom. As for fuel economy, the VW is one of the best in its class. With the eight-speed automatic transmission, you can expect to get up to 30 mpg for city driving and 40 mpg on the highway.Â
Interior
The VW Jetta at Heritage Volkswagen Parkville provides a lot of space for five people, and the seats are supremely comfortable. While cloth upholstery is standard, you can upgrade to leatherette or leather. Front sport seats, heated front and rear seats, and a heated steering wheel are all available too. If you often need to bring a lot of stuff with you when you go places, you will be happy to know that there is 14.1 cubic feet of space in the VW Jetta's trunk, which is a great number for a compact sedan.Â
When it comes to tech, the VW Jetta near Essex, MD is one of the premier new Volkswagen cars. Bluetooth®, a USB port, and Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ connectivity all come standard. You can also opt for satellite radio, push-button start, an extra USB port, navigation, and an eight-speaker BeatsAudio™ sound system.
Safety
The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta received top safety ratings from both the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Standard features include brake assist, traction control, and a rearview camera. Lane keep assist, forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, and blind spot monitoring are also available.Â
If you're interested in a Volkswagen for sale that it is safe, has many tech options, and offers great gas mileage, the 2019 VW Jetta is the perfect fit. And if you are looking for a Baltimore Volkswagen dealership you can rely on, there's nowhere better to turn than Heritage Volkswagen Parkville. You can find us at 9215 Harford Road in Baltimore.Â