2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI review

1. Impressive performance 

How about some exhilarating performance on your daily routes? The 2020 Jetta GLI has a turbocharged 2.0L engine producing 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, plenty of power for highway passes. Whether you enjoy the tactile benefits of the six-speed manual transmission or the ease of a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, the 2020 Jetta GLI offers an enjoyable ride experience with plenty of agility when required. There’s decent fuel economy too. With an EPA-estimated 28 mpg combined, you can say yes to more trips behind the wheel.

2. Exceptional comfort 

This sporty sedan is exciting to drive, but it's supremely comfortable too, and that’s something your friends and family will appreciate on regular routes and long-distance trips. Heated front seats and dual-zone climate control are both standard features, while the Autobahn trim will take that further adding a panoramic sunroof for a bright cabin filled with natural light. Perhaps even more interesting, is the 2020 Jetta GLI’s customizable interior ambient lighting feature, with ten color options that you can match to the mood of your date night or sports game road trip. 

3. Space for everyone 

For your youngest passengers who travel in infant or child car seats, the 2020 Jetta GLI has two full sets of LATCH fixtures in the second row. Adult passengers will be comfortable in either row. Upfront, they’ll enjoy bucket seats as standard with 41.1 inches of legroom, while the rear row also gets a pleasing 37.4 inches of legroom. Your shopping bags and boxes are taken care of too, with the 2020 Jetta GLI’s 14.1 cu-ft of fixed trunk space. 

4. User-friendly technology 

The 2020 Jetta GLI has passenger-friendly tech to make every drive more enjoyable. Standard features include Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ smartphone integration for easy app, music, and calling connectivity. For parking maneuvers and highway driving, you’ll also get a rearview camera, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. For a tidy way to power your devices on the move, the 2020 Jetta gains available wireless smartphone charging.  

5. Autobahn trim 

The subtle exuberance of the 2020 Jetta GLI sedan is elevated when you choose the 2020 Jetta GLI Autobahn trim, as it adds features and functions that will bring a smile to your face. These desirable upgrades include adaptive suspension for smooth handling, an eight-speaker BeatsAudio^™ audio system, and leather upholstery seating. Find a 2020 Jetta GLI with the GLI Autobahn Black package, and you’ll also score a black trunk lid lip spoiler, black side mirror caps, and a black accent roof.