2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan 2.5 SE - WR TV POV Test Drive

For the best video experience, we recommend wearing a good set of headphones for the POV Test Drive at 2:50. The audio in this video was recorded with binaural microphones that, when played back through headphones, give the feel of 3D sound. Trick stuff.
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[@Aglassdarkly116]

It's refreshing to see a review where they just shut up and drive. Well done, thank you sir.

[@Stape_Playshion]

Hell yeah!!

[@MrBellyman128]

Under rated song

[@alejandrodelgado2813]

Right I agree! So soothing to watch

[@wischi4985]

The 5 cylinder sound makes me so unbelieveably happy

[@juanvences4380]

This video is a piece of art! No stupid vicious talking people describing things and possibly influence into our minds. You FEEL the car and drving experience, you can make your own criteria by just looking at this video. My conclusion, this year's car suspension is stiff, not as hell, but stiff. Super Videos! Too good I found a treasure, keep them like that, no voice.

[@Randomson91]

I was doing a bit of research into getting a 2012 jetta se and ended up here. Dude this video was practically therapeutic. You've reassured my decision into this car, I want that kind of relaxing drive! Edit got a silver 2012 2.5se with 70k from carvana delivered on new years eve that morning and I been loving it!

[@PerfectGamer100]

How's it holding up a year later? Looking into getting a used one of these

[@Randomson91]

@@PerfectGamer100 I couldn't make any complaints about it, motor and transmission held up good. I was just starting to get some slight chain rattle right when I traded it in about a month ago, headliners also started coming down tho that seems to be common among vw after a while. Beyond that it was a champ on road trips. I suggest finding one with 4 disc brakes instead of rear drums like mine had. I believe 13 and above started having them standard across the board.

[@RegginK]

@@Randomson91 I might get me a 13 tomorrow lol

[@jackdoesstuff9033]

This car feels like it hasn't aged at all, I can't believe that this is a 2013 model!

[@nickdysert749]

i just got my brothers jetta and i like it a lot

[@auteck7504]

love that 2.5 liter 5 cylinder Audi engine!

[@calgary2800]

I specially went for the 5 cylinder when I got a 2nd car, they just don't make them anymore.

[@ChrisAmosPhotography]

I was really surprised how it handled that entrance ramp at 3:55. And I love the 5 cylinder sound, too. This Jetta reminds me a lot of my first car - a base 1995 Volvo 850 Sedan with a 5-speed manual and non-turbo inline 5.

[@hduncan2587]

There's a Jetta around town with an intake and exhaust, and man when that thing goes through town... what a nice sound. My brother was inside and asked what it was. He didn't believe me that a VW 2.5L could sound so good.

[@Estesolace]

I have this car same thing 5 speed manual but black on black with chrome trim and I love it! Get out of my way if your see me on the highway! Bought it with 23k miles in 2015 and now I'm at 108k miles. Only a belt had to be replaced since I bought it. Such a reliable car.

[@Keiaboowh123]

i wanted a civic but i got the jetta 2.5se & i must say i’m in love! definitely sticking with vw

[@747Jumbo1]

Just bought mine in white over black, SE w/ Convenience. I take delivery tomorrow and I am beyond excited!

[@judacomadc]

What a great sounding engine!

[@MrUrech]

I just bought this car today. I get it in two days and keep thinking about it. This video eases my pain.

[@ol_ksiy]

very well made video! just bravo! love that style!

[@fishrailroad88]

Def. Make sure its the 2.5 though and not the base model 2.0. I have a 2011 2.5 SE, Great car, GREAT engine. Just took it from illinois to colorado and back, averaged 34mpg doing 70-80mph all highway, mixed i get around 30. Engine is plenty powerful and had 0 problems going up and down mountains, also Sport mode is tons of fun! Nice quiet ride, and been super reliable so far. Cheers!

[@blaizelough93]

Same here, I just ordered mine yesterday and i'm itching to pick mine up tomorrow

[@TheCompyshop]

Man that 2.5 5 cylinder sure is punchy! Nice amount of power!

[@tonyparente5148]

st drove this yesterday, very nice, handling is great, the "gitty up" is very nice. good car.

[@junktoyota]

Getting mine next week. Can't wait

[@yungzed]

how is it

[@angeltome425]

Thinking of getting one of these a my first car man can’t wait

[@calgary2800]

Flacko Angel I got a 12 Jetta Wagen a few days ago with the 2.5 what a motor, sure it’s a gas guzzler compare to what is out there but that sound and feel when you hit the pedal is great. It’s like a sports car.

[@benjaminarmstrong4274]

At 3:35 it looks likely they were about to rear end you! But one the videos and love how you use those mics to make it more realistic with headphones

[@brandondannys-menary3678]

Love these cars. I drove one and was very impressed. I wish the steering was heavier though. Otherwise very nice

[@JupiterTechnology12.000]

I love the Mechanical Handbrake that's Cable Operated True Handwork.

[@Ironslice1]

Your camera is amazing.

[@U2XM202]

Very cool...thanks for posting. Looking forward to a possible VW Tiguan SE or SEL.

[@jermomerank2882]

got this car in blue and boy do i love it...so fun to drive and it has sum get up and go. great car would recomend this car 2 anyone.

[@DJonX7]

I drove all over British Columbia with it. It didn't leave me stranded.

[@justinthompson3503]

I have the same car and I love it. I have a 2013 Jetta SE- automatic.

[@windingroadmagazine]

Not yet, we have a very old video of the A3 TDI back when I just started doing videos for the channel. We'll have to see what the 2013 press fleet brings, a TDI is a possibility! I'm trying to get a GLI to film, too. -Chris

[@TheHuskyGT]

Lovely sound these L5 make.

[@pimpb0tt]

I love the growl of the 5cylinder engine. Reminds me of the Audi 90.

[@Gagacorn248]

The engine sound is so nice

[@bensteeley]

Sound on that car is amazing. I think it sounds better than my GLI 2.0T, Basically identical to a TTRS sound

[@slayerfan888]

This char has Half of the gallardos heart

[@Its_an_Eze]

Got my 2013 Jetta over the weekend. Really really enjoy it and only had like 8k miles on it ( got lucky there lol ) and I overall love and enjoy it. But from driving my old car a 99 Acura CL that had 155k when I got it and went bad on transmission 20k miles later it's gonna take some getting used to. But the overall handling of it is impressive in my book:) and the base model is enough for me.

[@broccolihart1]

My wife and I are getting one by this weekend hopefully...can't wait as this will be our 3rd jetta

[@yungzed]

im getting it

[@broccolihart1]

@@yungzed Great !! Enjoy it. Make sure it's the 2.5l engine.

[@yungzed]

broccolihart71 ah thank you

[@Lucas141202]

2021 again. Sounds good...

[@4lyfesports]

I just bought the trend line plus Jetta the standard car. So far its everything that ive wanted there is just a small problem with my version of the Jetta, the knob to adjust the mirrors is done manually so i got to go from the left then stretch to the right.. its a lil pain but hey i ant changing the mirrors everyday.

[@emadeldin7000]

beautiful car I planning to buy one

[@firstcobra88]

those roads looks awesome compare to what we have in cali

[@jpqch7323]

Super reliable car and the 6 speed automatic is super mega reliable too.

[@ledzeppelincreedence6947]

Estas bien wey para manejar pues revolucionas demasiado el motor de tu auto. Saludos desde México.

[@NikoBell12]

Nice video. Why does it come with those headlights though, why not bi xenon or LED's?

[@INumba1Stunna]

This Jetta seems like a nice car to drive. But I would love to see an MK6 Jetta GLI review / drive.

[@incyphe]

pretty loud road noise on this one. thanks for the video

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

What were the rpms at 80... I love how the Germans make a car feel like its on rails on the freeway... My 79 Mercedes 240d tracks like a 62 hp bullet

[@Callediceman]

Great video im looking into gettin a 2012 se 5 speed for cheap. Question Sir? it appears to be pretty fun and enjoyable to drive is this true?

[@Aglassdarkly116]

Keeping in mind it's a 4 door people carrier, it is indeed fun to drive. Maybe not as much as the gli or a wrx, but plenty good for its' price point. It can feel sporty or economical, however you feel like driving it. Prefer the manual, but the auto in sport mode also does well.

[@CJBMAGGOT94]

Yup, seems like every VW group engine is limited from the factory but can put down some serious power with tuning :)

[@glenndavis2870]

Beautiful car

[@bensteeley]

Good sounding engine, sounds quite a lot like an Audi TTRS, they are both 2.5L 5 cylinders but TTRS has turbo and around 200 more hp

[@modmatt1]

Seems like it would make a fun commute car and hold the family on the weekends. Real nice. Would be definately on my short list if I was currently shopping. Wondering if you miss a 6th gear on those long highway drives or not... Also did I see no auto headlights and traction control was enabled?

[@kawalangdalawahan]

Why did they stop selling the 5 cylinders?

[@MrAviator987]

How do you like it so far? I'm thinking of buying this for college.

[@bensteeley]

Sounds wonderful, like or a many v10

[@Mel-cy9pf]

anyone know any turbo kits that will fit a 2013 model of this?

[@whiteywannabe]

I'm looking at a 2012 Jetta se with the 2.5L it has 38k miles, worth 16k?

[@slantblant1]

How are you enjoying the car?

[@05Forenza]

This is IDENTICAL...minus the Premium VIII touchscreen radio, to the Jetta loaner that I got my from my dealer lol

[@matthewbui-tu6372]

Any models come with HID lights?

[@TheSpritz0]

How is your Passat??

[@trefod]

I'm so sorry to hear that.

[@markindovina3482]

i love our jetta

[@MrJamesguy9]

Can you guys do just the regular (skyactiv) Mazda3?

[@alexwilliams4017]

What kind of engine is it? Is it a five cylinder?

[@antoniomendoza5811]

Awesome car

[@averagecamrydriver9685]

Gotta love a 5 cylinder!

[@yousefsaeed7223]

I found a Jetta 2013 s with 109,000km and he ask 9990. What do you think?

[@annuarpecero8896]

Hello, nice video!! I have 2 questions. 1.- What camera did you use to record the first part of the video? It has a nice resolution... 2.- Did you custom the engine of the car? Or it´s the stock naturla 5 cylinder 2.5 sound(I´m about to buy a 2014 jetta with the same engine)... Sounds very good!! Thank you for your response. Greetings from México.

[@zachp3503]

2014 jets have a 1.8 turbo

[@annuarpecero8896]

Oh no, here in México, the Jetta has the 2.5 5 cylinder engine, there´s no turbo verison here yet...

[@WhosDreamable]

This car is perfect, interior is almost exactly like my dads new audi, just a beutiful and inexpensive car!

[@firemanjack13059]

Is this car noisy inside..It seems so in the video..?

[@bensteeley]

How fast was the 0-60 run at 5:50?

[@ruslanufa2442]

Отличный автомобиль на каждый день! И очень хорошее соотношение цена-качество.

[@ZeeArtsy]

Lol I've had my Jetta for a month. We are getting along. My first car was a 2003 Passat. It was a good car. I am just a little disappointed in the interior because it looks cheaper but at least with the material it's made out of it won't be peeling. Lol knobs were falling off in my ride.

[@garysanders4822]

I'm glad to own one

[@MrCarGuy]

Yes, the 2.5L inline-5 in the Jetta is essentially half of the Gallardo's V10 engine.

[@julianutanes3]

Is this Diesel or Gasoline?

[@DJonX7]

With my current 2012 Hyundai I had to replace a chassis part at 40k. it was covered by warranty though.

[@g2292]

My '12 jetta sport (vw 2.5 engine) doesnt sound like that :((( wth

[@JupiterTechnology12.000]

Nice Car Heard about this Car a Jetta

[@CJBMAGGOT94]

Iv'e seen it and they look 100 percent different. The Jetta has had this style since 2010 so the 2013 Civic was actually styled after this car according to you.

[@bensteeley]

No way! I was looking at a 2011 SE with convenience and nice wheels and I got the dealership down to 14k and it only had 15k miles!

[@jsto330]

Yes it is

[@Gagacorn248]

My local dealer is offering $4K off one of these... should I??? They just don't have the color or M/T I want.. :(

[@altos633]

engine sounds very sexy!

[@KhrissyDaDon]

I got three request..... Infiniti Jx and Qx, also a 2013 GMC Acadia. Thank You (:

[@Heathishness]

That doesn't look nearly as bad as a lot of people make it out to be. Looks like it's still pretty fun. It might not be quite as premium looking as it used to be, but it still looks nice for the price. It is a bit bland on the outside though, I must admit. They should spice it up just a bit to attract more customers.

[@CJBMAGGOT94]

Yup thats Michigan for you. Not to mention the roads are terrible here. If you ever visit bring an extra suspension set for your vehicle ;)

[@ossu01]

wooow, sounds awesome at least R5 POWER

[@SpecialistBean]

what's your opinion on the car? I am looking for a new one and I've heard lots of people say vw is bad. I love the design though...

[@Mrstealyourgirl-hx1yz]

In my opinion vw is the one of a best cars to go on trips

[@hacks5093]

VW is great. Just that there electronics go bad sometimes a. They’re known for not great Electronics lol. But I love my Golf and Jetta. Just do regular and good maintained too like any other car

[@stephnsn69]

Im actually wanting to buy a car. Its inbetween the nissan sentra 2013 - the toyota corolla 2014- or the jetta 2013 which is the best one?

[@TheKidAustin09]

stephanie n Jetta

[@CoolVids810]

Beautiful car. My next car is going to be a VW.

[@HrvatskeVidea]

On the other side, you can have this nice 2.5l engine.

[@aquaticko]

God the 5-cylinder sounds amazing. It's a shame that VW doesn't seem to have taken engineering it too seriously. I bet with DI it'd easily push +250hp; doesn't it get 340 something horsepower in the TT RS with turbocharging?

[@urquattro196]

white seats soon to be fugly, thank the spirits they are heated, LOVE the I5 engine sound, both of my cars are I5 one NA or rather the NF motor the other has a turbo thingy bobber pushing a URQ

[@antibuchonCLN]

thats ok, my only advice to you is that you stay away from the scirocco i have a terrible experiencie with my 2012 the dsg is giving me problems since the 12,000k and the a/c too.

[@keyiflipedallar6063]

good

[@DJonX7]

You never know until you try one.

[@extrasystole]

I like it. I always did. For me the new Volkswagen is like an iPhone. Everybody hates it yet everybody wants one and enjoys using and owning it. It is just a quality product as a package. Well finished, feeling well bolted together. Reliability will not top Japanese economy cars, but driving VW just for pleasure is something you can't do with a Civic. Just my 2 cents.

[@CJBMAGGOT94]

5 cylinders typically have the smoothest flattest torque curve of any other "affordable" engine. Iv'e wanted the 1.4 TSI for a while, but why would they bring over that engine to america if they won't even bring the Scirocco...

[@exequielsosita8659]

1:00 ojalá ese interior hubiera venido para Argentina