2025 Jetta First Look

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@Scotty_B123 Ай бұрын

I LOVE how you show pics of the previous model year to compare to the new one. So often when watching other videos when they mention a change I always want to SEE the difference. Great job. I leased a 2019 Jetta SEL and it was a great car. It was comfortable, had great torque, and had decent tech for a 2019 and it got great gas mileage.

@LoveStallion Ай бұрын

I own a 2019 Jetta and all the things you said remain true. It's a super fun to drive and I get great mileage. I like my interior more than the updated one here. Seems like VW was trying to hard to "refresh" when it wasn't really necessary.

@Xarede78 Ай бұрын

I just recently bought a new 2024 GLI Autobahn with a manual because my VW sales guy, as I had asked, called me when he thought that the last Jetta with a six-speed was out. When I hear now that VW will still produce a manual in the 2025 GLI, I feel a bit duped. But seeing the 2024 GLI next to the 2025, I am very happy with my purchase. I am a "young Gen Xer" who loves manuals and hates needless tech. The new one looks sleek, but I am not no sleek.

@mark_u Ай бұрын

Loving the new front end. Red bumper trim in the GLI is tastefully done. Would have been nice if VW ditched the exhaust tip-emulating bumper detailing in the regular models though. More work should have been done to better integrate the infotainment screen too.

@afcgeo882 Ай бұрын

When it comes to VW, the longer they run a model without major changes, the more reliable it gets, which is a VERY good thing. People who bought a late year 2.5 will attest to that. The Jetta seems to be a solid option in the class and the GLI is a car too many people sleep on.

@jul5385 Ай бұрын

The old infotainment system that is integrated into the dashboard looks way better. But other than that, great refresh.

@rblbatb Ай бұрын

That is a good-looking sedan. Solid choice in the segment.

@bobbyjones2112 Ай бұрын

I like that GLI a heck of a lot better than the 2024, especially, in the front!

@Dunwelll Ай бұрын

That blue MK4 in the back of the group photo, 🤤.

@damilolaakanni Ай бұрын

I had a Mk4 Golf (related) with a 2.0 4 cylinder engine, and it was a good car minus the electrical issues and A/C failures.

@mart0225 Ай бұрын

@@damilolaakanniI had a chipped Mk4 TDI. Loved it in spite of the broken window regulator, power mirror, two steering racks, and two fuel pumps. May have forgotten a thing or two. Ran commercial biodiesel in it.

@TalismanPHX Ай бұрын

Mine was a frigging nightmare. Bad ignition Coils, CV joints, interior electrical gremlins, trunk leak that constantly fried the right rear tail light, stereo fried itself.....

@mistertee5000 Ай бұрын

The Jetta doesn't get enough love. It's a great deal.I'd be very happy if they made a Jetta wagon for NA.

@elihernandez330 Ай бұрын

Ugh they got rid of the AC knobs. Will auto makers just fking stop doing that.

@zipobob1 Ай бұрын

So agreed, I have a 2024 Jetta and I'm glad it has physical knobs and buttons. I like the front styling of my 2024 more than 2025, but the back of 2025 is slightly better.

@semba_9676 Ай бұрын

Cheaper to make compared to normal knobs.

@brobob52 Ай бұрын

That's my biggest gripe. Everything is touch now.

@macaron3141592653 Ай бұрын

@@semba_9676 Doesn't matter. How much cost do knobs add, especially considering that this will still have a separate climate control panel?

@semba_9676 Ай бұрын

@@macaron3141592653 knobs / buttons are way more expensive to build & manufacture & design compered to a normal plastic touch capable panel

@GaryKetchum808 Ай бұрын

That looks really nice. They’re going back to the Gen 6 roots. Also thank god VW for using the Aisin transmission, they want this car to be reliable.

@Jason-Hicks Ай бұрын

I believe that it was really a smart decision on VW to refresh and not redesign the Jetta. Keeping the cost down I feel will pay dividends to VW down the road as car prices continue to rise above what many people are comfortable paying.

@Nvbeatz Ай бұрын

GLI is a looker, did a good job integrating the red

@bruhhhhmoment4848 Ай бұрын

I honestly think the gli needs to turn down on the red maybe do like Audi with the red badging on the door like they do with he s line

@moisestroche9762 Ай бұрын

The Jetta has always been a nice car the new changes are a great improvement. It's nice to see that VW maintains this model in their lineup. I’ve had three of these, two which were GLI’s and I really enjoyed driving them, I look forward to driving the updated model. Great review as always.

@sfoonsfo Ай бұрын

Good to hear that VW is keeping a model with a manual. The price is good and the fact that the GLI has an independent rear and a price that people can afford. Being just a North America model, it's good that VW is staying in the market.

@jacks3169 Ай бұрын

Sad to see manual in base models go away. One of the last US survivors.

@odlyentertaining Ай бұрын

I like the new exterior look but honestly I like the interior of my 2024 Sport not to mention mine has the 6 speed manual.

@briancorreia2923 Ай бұрын

That looks much better. I wish all cosmetic refreshes had these results. I hope they sell a bunch, good looking car.

@Ozzy_08x Ай бұрын

Looks MUCH better. No ugly big grill and lips Now it looks a refreshed Mk6.5 Jetta!

@williamstevenson8518 Ай бұрын

100% disagree.

@dylansmarr3254 Ай бұрын

@@williamstevenson8518 100% disagree with your disagreement.

@MalcolmCir 28 күн бұрын

Agree about the resemblance to the MK6.5: this is what the evolution should have been. Very sleek-- and finally priced/packaged competitively...

@willoverkill8461 Ай бұрын

Front end looks good again! I liked the 2024 dash better but I suppose its hard to integrate once the screen size becomes so big.

@makatron Ай бұрын

Thankfully we still get the TDI here.

@slscamg Ай бұрын

I’m happy it’s just a refresh. It’s a solid car as is. No need to increase the price.

@dawsongranger4940 Ай бұрын

The change from physical climate control to the stupid capacitive touch is almost a dealbreaker. Didn’t Volkswagen state they’d be adding in more physical buttons not removing them? Huge misstep in usability

@edmacon3264 Ай бұрын

I feel you, I’m not a fan of the touchscreen either but the exterior refresh is what keeps me wanting this car.

@isaacr9893 Ай бұрын

Love the front of the gli. Hate the rear.

@normbittner3762 Ай бұрын

Great job on the exterior improvements, kudos on keeping a manual trans available but interior is just ok.

@archermark29 Ай бұрын

Like the new look, the front reminds me of the Arteon. Thanks for the video!!

@Richard_Heng Ай бұрын

I’m glad the GLI keep the manual unlike Golf GTI and R, and that front grille reminds me of that front grille of the MK7 Golf GTI.

@afcgeo882 Ай бұрын

The GTI and R still have a manual.

@egayetsk Ай бұрын

Nope, VW dropped the manual for both of ‘em for 2025

@afcgeo882 Ай бұрын

@@egayetsk Apparently in 2023 only 3% of GTIs were sold with 6-speeds.

@cornerofthemoon Ай бұрын

Nice update. I wish that had been the look of the current Jetta platform all along.

@KuyaArbee Ай бұрын

wow! I like it a lot and still have independent suspension!!!! this actually looks really nice

@zteburner5882 Ай бұрын

Looks great... good job, VW. Please make non-black version of the wheels, without having to spend extra.

@jackdorn775 Ай бұрын

Great video! I've been selling VW's here in the Seattle area for 25 years. I get the point of keeping costs down, however VW goes way to long in the tooth on the same body style. It was talked about a half a decade ago VW would stop doing that, and change to a new design every 5 years to keep up with other brands. I guess that got thrown out the window. I love Volkswagen, but they will never fully understand the US market. They're always late to the game, or have bad luck.

@83mhz Ай бұрын

Best value for the money in that segment. Zippy, great handling, and cool German styling. Love it.

@jamesd6801 Ай бұрын

It’s a great look! Gorgeous car with amazing handling and ride!

@jeremysomeone Ай бұрын

Looks a heck of a lot like the previous iteration. Improvement all together.

@cuhristean Ай бұрын

I love the design of this Jetta. I had a 2019 that I replaced with a new GLE.. I wish VW wouldn’t have put touch sensitive steering wheel and climate controls.

@markc3666 Ай бұрын

The refresh is much improved over the outgoing model. Especially the front view.

@humblekhadjit Ай бұрын

I have a 2013 Mk6 GLI and didn't like the design of the '24s. I am really digging this new version.

@jsundberg5542 Ай бұрын

about time vw!!!!! looks so much better

@TalismanPHX Ай бұрын

Get an EXTENDED warranty is my advice, and look for cheap lease deals 😊

@2004cyrus Ай бұрын

Or skip giving your money away to warranty companies. Save it in the bank and pay for any repairs that may come up, if nothing breaks then you keep your money.

@LionGroup-g8g Ай бұрын

Finally small & sleek and slim grille design from VW!!! Good job!!! Keep this for all your car designs!!!

@jraheemjefcoat429 Ай бұрын

Put the Elantra interior dash in the new refreshed Jetta, and then it would be an excellent competitive vehicle in its class! I just can't get jiggy with that 8-inch screen. VW should've pushed harder in the technology department, especially since it's no redesign model.

@Jokero_YT 19 күн бұрын

They've done a good job with the facelift, I still like the older one also, I used to have a 2023 GLI (sold it). The interior was nice but a lot of cheap plastics everywhere, same old low hp and the lack of rear air vents it would not make me want to buy it again. I understand for the money buying it new, it's a great choice but I would rather buy a 2yr old Audi A4 with low miles and warranty for the same mid $30k. The SE Jetta is probably the sweet spot as far as value and makes a great commuter.

@huie1983 Ай бұрын

I like the front end, huge improvement over the mk7.5. Not a fan at all that they're switching to haptic touch. That's pretty much a disqualifier for me which is sad because the Jetta was the last VW to not use haptic which is why I purchased a mk7.5 Jetta over other VW's. Now there is nothing in their lineup for me which sucks. I've been with VW since 2012. I guess I'll ride my mk7.5 for a while and then on to another brand.

@TMediaCo Ай бұрын

Doesn’t look like they put too much effort into it, exterior looks cool I’ll give them that but not much else besides the screen looking like it’s glued on the dashboard now. Cool, ish.

@springs80923 29 күн бұрын

Are the turn signal lamps in the rear amber or red? Also, can you change the front display from MPH to KPH?

@AlexSamuel-iz8lz Ай бұрын

Is there going to be sensors for the GLI

@barneyboyle6933 Ай бұрын

It looks SO much better than the current generation. They should have gone right to this look in the first place

@bryanramey2438 Ай бұрын

Front looks better, back still needs work. They should just add the GTI tail lights.

@davidcarroll8735 Ай бұрын

8:14 love the multigenerational picture!

@SamLed1111 Ай бұрын

I own a 2019 GLI (my 8th VW). Best car I have ever owned. Not one issue. Performance is spot on. So much fun. I will be trading in my GLI for a '25 GLI with the quickness. The GLI is rare on the road and handles as well as any 330i Bimmer.

@reddevilunited77 Ай бұрын

The front end looks way better than the previous model

@Blank00 Ай бұрын

Who knew that Kia, Honda, and VW would axe the manual in nonperformance versions for the same model year

@loki_wolff 27 күн бұрын

The front looks wayyyyy better. Not a fan of the silver trim piece on the back though.

@audaciousifti Ай бұрын

I think the problem with these screens looking small is the bezels. The screens, even the small ones, would look way more attractive if they got rid of the super wide black borders around them.

@kierrickedmond Ай бұрын

Yea, I don’t like the border around the screen.. they might as well put a 10 inch in there .. with the border it look 10 inches

@faautobahna9416 Ай бұрын

The GLI looks great. I had the first 2012 GLI autobahn for 2.5 years. This one is more horsepower with many tech features standard.

@tims3065 25 күн бұрын

What happened to all the CEO talk and articles saying VW made a mistake having all screen and capacitive touch everything? Refresh a core model and the top of the line trim has the least usable interior? Capacitive HVAC and steering wheel buttons in a car? Lol enjoy never having my money VW. Awesome sports sedan otherwise, hope you enjoyed saving 10-20 bucks in plastic.

@Jojoba-wz6ri Ай бұрын

It looks much nicer and reminds me of the previous gen.

@train21 Ай бұрын

Damn definitely disappointed that they got rid of the manual on the base model trims and climate control knobs are gone.

@wassim2k Ай бұрын

SEL is the same? What about seats (material, ventilation, memory)

@jamesm654 Ай бұрын

So much more car for the money than any of its competition. In this category, the Jetta is a stand out winner. The only real competition the GLI has is the Elantra N-line.

@wcg66 Ай бұрын

If you have a good design already, don’t change it. Price speaks volumes in terms of desirablility. My main concern is reliability. VW models such as Taos and Tiguan have had the worst reliability record for new vehicles and it’s a shame. I love VWs and I would love to get a GTI again, but the reliability is a turn off.

@billshoe22191 Ай бұрын

This car would be great if they would have just kept the old steering wheel controls and hvac controls. Otherwise it looks great. Still don’t understand why this can’t have IRS when the Corolla can but fora refresh I think this looks so much better now

@angelo1001 15 күн бұрын

I live in Vancouver BC and base model in Canada is called the Trendline which is the S in the US. I was thinking to purchase a 2024 a base Jetta should I wait for the 2025 model your jest go ahead with the 2024 Jetta thank you.

@terrancecloverfield6791 Ай бұрын

Oh. I like how the Jetta looks. It looks...normal?

@davids1816 Ай бұрын

I think the larger LCD from the GTI would have been worth the $300 extra but other than that I like the changes.

@jeffbraden1048 Ай бұрын

Love the New Gli ! Can't wait to get one !

@hamidmghazi Ай бұрын

Thanks God they didn't bring the touch slider volume adjustment bullsh*t to this one.

@morbvsclz Ай бұрын

As refreshs go, that is a substantial one. And all changes I see make sense and are actual improvements. The styling especially is way better. Just like the Atlas, one those really interesting VW cars with decent value for money that we do not get in Germany. VW = Volkswagen = People's car... So value for should in theory the essence of the brand. Nice to see that at least in NA it actually is 😀 In Europe they have Skoda and Seat for that, while VW itself is kind of placed above all the Asian brands, as well as PSA, Fiat and Ford in terms of price, but still slightly below Audi / BWM / Mercedes. So kind of "half premium"? From what I hear, they're better made than the US only models with less cheap plastic on the interior etc... But damn, I still like the Atlas over the Touareg. Especially given hugely expensive the latter is. And the Jetta seems like a perfect car for a Uni student, young people in general or the perfect 2nd car for a family.

@dawsongranger4940 Ай бұрын

The interior is objectively worse than the outgoing model but the exterior styling looks better. Capacitive touch climate control sucks and the new screen looks more dated than the old one. Plus capacitive touch buttons on the steering wheel for the gli model. Something people complained about in the golf

@ArthurBenetton Ай бұрын

Funny to see a German person say that. The VW's sold in the USA are pretty junky, very unreliable, mostly made in Mexico, and the models themselves are a bit different - the last few generations of Passat for North America are bigger than the "real" European one - but cheaper (in cost) and cheaper (in engineering). And the Atlas was built to be exactly that as well, big and cheap. It's really nothing at all like a Touareg, which easily competes with an X5/GLE in engineering and sophistication, setting aside the badge. It sounds like a good recipe, except here in the USA where they are still relatively uncommon compared to their Honda/Toyota competitors - so they still require a specialized European mechanic, difficult to find parts, etc. So in the end you have a cheaply made vehicle, but that is expensive to maintain and difficult to find parts - VW mechanics are the same shops that service BMW/Mercedes. Having a new facelift model every couple of years does not help (which makes parts even more difficult to find)! It's why VW has never quite been able to find a mainstream market in the USA for decades. Still, I like them, and so do some other people. The availability of a manual transmission is one of the other things that helps set them apart - Honda/Toyota no longer offer this is pretty much any car. VW will be at a real loss if they lose this unique offering.

@jamesd6801 Ай бұрын

I don’t know about the 1.5 L turbo, in the 1.4 L turbo the manual got better economy on the highway hands-down every time. I had a 2019 1.4 turbo Jetta with a six speed manual and I had a friend who had eight speed automatic.he got about 3 miles in the city Uber full-time, but I got about 5 miles the gallon better on the highway.

@Omil7750 7 күн бұрын

Nice refresh done, Jetta is VW' bread & butter !!

@Tony-ml7te 8 күн бұрын

I like the front better on the refresh, but I like the back better on the outgoing.

@dialdominic Ай бұрын

Nice refresh

@theracer6882 Ай бұрын

Where are the parking sensors?

@joannestazio4495 Ай бұрын

Does it have a spare tire? Thanks, I may have missed it.

@omar4441 Ай бұрын

Does anyone know if the 2025 Jetta will have rear air conditioning vents? tks

@bruhhhhmoment4848 Ай бұрын

I like the new look it reminded me of the new golfs and my mk6.5 Jetta

@L.L Ай бұрын

When are you doing the carnival ?

@jenny80myles Ай бұрын

Love it, especially in that blue.

@rightlanehog3151 Ай бұрын

Alex, If a torture beam rear suspension is good enough for Mazda, it should be good enough for VW. 😉

@dforrest4503 16 күн бұрын

“Torture beam” indeed.

@7dc379 Ай бұрын

Why are all the manufacturers supersizing their infotainment screens? Do people actually want that? Not me. I'll be sticking with my 2019 Jetta. Fairly zippy, buttons and knobs and 40 MPG.

@semba_9676 Ай бұрын

I have a 2021 gli I'm so excited to buy the new one. I almost bought the new golf

@Cgv69 Ай бұрын

Looks very nice. Darn I just bought a 2024. 😊😢

@Smileydudekxy Ай бұрын

They could of at least gave it a 10.25 in screen

@japes7 Ай бұрын

Front end and back looks great. Don't love the way the screen is for infotainment, great that it's 8 inch but it looks weird with the big bezels.

@ArthurBenetton Ай бұрын

remember Boser hoods from the golden age of euro tuning? MKII/MKIII/MKIV/Corrado/B5/E30/E36/E46/etc

@marconiki6302 17 күн бұрын

When is coming to dealerships? Thanks

@macaron3141592653 Ай бұрын

They should have put the Mk8 GTI powertrain in this by now. This powertrain is now 10 years old now.

@AAutoBuyersGuide Ай бұрын

I think it's simply a matter of limited competition...

@devn3813 Ай бұрын

@@AAutoBuyersGuidethat’s going to make the sonata N line sell well. It is way more modern and powerful now.

@jraheemjefcoat429 Ай бұрын

@devn3813 Different class of vehicle. Sonata is Midsized. Jetta is in the Compact class.

@devn3813 Ай бұрын

@@jraheemjefcoat429 I’ll cross shop them because they’re about the same price now.

@jraheemjefcoat429 Ай бұрын

@devn3813 I would've expected Elantra N to be close in price since it's the same class of vehicles.

@edmacon3264 Ай бұрын

I think I’m going to buy this

@josemanuelruiz2036 Ай бұрын

I like it. Is a very good design.

@terrancemoore496 27 күн бұрын

Looks nice!

@fishsaysn0 Ай бұрын

that GLI 🤤

@JM-cj4jh Ай бұрын

Ima get the GLI. ❤

@SoloTraveler1961 11 күн бұрын

The screen in the 2025 looks like a tablet stuck on because they forgot to integrate. The rest of the car is beautiful but I would pass on that one thing..