Here is the all-new 2019 Volkswagen Jetta, which makes its global debut at the ongoing North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The sedan is not only larger in size, it also comes equipped with a range of new technologies and a bold new look.
In terms of dimensions, the new Jetta measures 4,702 mm in length (+43 mm), 1,799 mm wide (+21 mm) and 1,459 mm tall (+6 mm), with a wheelbase that now spans 2,686 mm (35 mm). These revisions are in part due to the adoption of the MQB platform, which is used on a range of Volkswagen models – from the Atlas to the Golf.
According to the people that made it, this helps contribute to more head and knee room as well as increased shoulder room and interior height. Meanwhile, cargo space remains unchanged from before at 510 litres.
Visually, the Jetta has a pointier front end, accentuated by the hexagonal-shaped grille and shapely LED headlights – the latter now fitted as standard equipment for the United States market. The lower apron is now divided into three sections, with the corners being space for the fog lamps. We did say it was bold, and there’s even details on the bonnet to further drive home that point.
Down the sides, there are scalloped sections between the wheels, along with a prominent character line. The line starts from the fender emblem (used to denote variant name), and progresses through the door handles to the top of the taillights.
At the rear, the taillights have gone through a bit of an evolution from those on the outgoing model, despite having a hint of B9 Audi A4 about them. Other cues include a small lip on top of the bootlid, as well as a curious setup for the rear fog lamps and reflectors. Overall, the more aerodynamic design is said to improve fuel economy thanks to an improvement of 10% in the car’s drag coefficient – now with a Cd figure of 0.27.
Like the exterior, the interior has gone through a significant overhaul as well. The brand new dashboard layout is dominated by a pair of displays – a 10.2-inch Active Info Display for the driver and an eight-inch touchscreen linked to the infotainment system. Said infotainment system has the usual array of connected services and can even be paired with a 400-watt sound system from Beats by Dre – the first North American Volkswagen model to get it.
The positioning of the touchscreen results in the centre air-con vents being placed between the screen and climate controls. Revisions to the centre console include moving the electronic parking brake switch to beside the gear lever, creating some extra stowage space. Additionally, the sliding cover over the cupholders also appears to be removed here.
Elsewhere, there are new seats, which depending on trim level, can come with power adjustment as well as seat heating and ventilation as an option. If the new lines are displays aren’t enough flash for you, there’s even a 10-colour interior ambient lighting system.
For even more technology, higher-spec variants sold in the US will come with a range of safety and driver assist systems. These include Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Assist, Front Assist with Autonomous Emergency Braking, Rear Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Monitor, Automatic Post-Collision Braking System and Light Assist.
There are big changes under the bonnet too, as there’s a new eight-speed automatic transmission (previously a six-speed auto) for the 1.4 litre TSI engine (150 PS at 5,000 rpm and 250 Nm available from 1,500 rpm). A six-speed manual is available for lower-spec variants as well.
Volkswagen says the new Jetta “was systematically designed to meet the needs of customers in overseas markets,” and “there are no plans for a European version.” It adds that “a sibling model of the Jetta now being presented will be offered later in China under the name Sagitar.”
For the US market, the Jetta will be launched in the second quarter of 2018, and be offered in four trim levels – S, SE, SEL and SEL Premium. It will be joined by an R-Line version later, which features sportier styling inside and out, along with an XDS electronic differential.
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“There are big changes under the bonnet too, as there’s a new EIGHT-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION for the 1.4 litre TSI engine” (150 PS at 5,000 rpm and 250 Nm available from 1,500 rpm).
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Cut and paste Skoda Superb rear
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normal 8 speed…. no more DSG… less fun
Buy a VW here. You get to enjoy alot more bonding time with fellow VW kakis at VW SC.
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This MK7 now completely ruined the beautiful looks of original MK6
the design is not nice… i cannot accept this front and rear. even the koreans can design better. what happen to VW designers?
Subjective… I love it…
With wheelbase shorter than jepunis competitors and more boring design, gud luck.
such boring design, looks like a re-badged audi A3. VW Group loves “same sausage different length” design language.
Good info. But before that, wheres the 2018 Polo/Virtus to be launch in mesia here, its oledi on-the-road oversea market…!? 30millions malaysian waiting for all new Polo/Virtus 1.0T 128hp 200Nm (beat award winner Ecoboost 1.0T 123hp 170Nm)
hmmm…on the road where bro? thailand? singapore? australia? left hand drive markets?
i also wondering. looks good that car.
Why look like Korean car one?
agree, why look like Hyundai Sonata? why??!!
It will still be a world best selling car no matter what.
why all the VW jetta generations ended up with bad taste design? so that it doesnt overshine the Audi A3, A4 and Passat?
Looking at the rear of Jetta, Audi A4 B9 sure drop values
Honestly, it doesn’t look that inspiring from the outside. Looks better inside though.
Still as BLAND as ever.
Its beautiful. Obviously this is not an Ah Beng car. So therefore it is not designed as one.
Today’s Ah Beng’s are hypebeasts, more stylo than you, old fogey
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The exterior was hideous.
New 8 speed is DSG or torque converter?
DSG is actually much better in terms of performance. But 8 speed here is torque converter which is old school reliability. That said this is the US model. The SEA model might be different (eg, US Passat is a different car to the European and SEA Passat)
As much as i like DSG, despite encountered 2 times mechatronic failure, not sure it would be wise to give malaysia DSG. Nowadays conventional auto are so good that the advantages of dual clutch are not that obvious
Who buy a Jetta ?? A simple man Not a showoff who don’t want a common Japanese or Koreans C-segment car. He does not care what his neighbor, brother, wife, boss or U think as he is buying it simply bcos it’s a VW sedan that fits his budget.
thats me, and yes, i have a jetta.. but not because i like the brand.. i just like conti.. (not saying all my siblings drive a VW)
Similar shape to my A3, if it comes with a 1.8T would be a good buy.
Can readers pls enlighten me , what with WV reliability and service Centre issue in Malaysia… If it’s true I don’t think you should promote WV at all in Malaysia
When will this be available in Malaysia?
When they launched in Malaysia Market???
Most who post here appear to be 15 year old rascals