2024 BMW i7 vs. 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW i7

2024 BMW
i7

MSRP*: $105,700 to $168,500
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

2025 Volkswagen
Jetta GLI

MSRP*: $32,715
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MPG - City Info not available 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 35 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 449-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 536-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 650-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 449 - 650 hp 228 hp
Exterior Length 212.2 in 186.9 in
Exterior Width 76.8 in 70.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 42.8 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.6 in
Front 37.9 in
Rear 37.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW i7 than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI. The BMW i7 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW i7 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW i7 is much wider than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the BMW i7, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW i7 has a much more powerful engine than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The BMW i7 has much less torque than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW i7 and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.