2025 Nissan Sentra vs. 2024 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan Sentra

2025 Nissan
Sentra

MSRP*: $21,590 to $24,590
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta

2024 Volkswagen
Jetta

MSRP*: $21,435 to $28,825
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

MPG - City 30 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 38 - 40 MPG 40 - 42 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 149-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 158-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 149 hp 158 hp
Exterior Length 182.9 in 186.5 in
Exterior Width 71.5 in 70.8 in
Leg Room Front 43.8 in
Rear 34.9 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 38.9 in
Rear 36.7 in
Front 38.5 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
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Jetta than the Nissan Sentra, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Nissan Sentra will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Jetta.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Nissan Sentra as you will with the Volkswagen Jetta, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Nissan Sentra will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Jetta.

Dimensions
The Nissan Sentra is about the same width as the Volkswagen Jetta. When looking at overall length, the Nissan Sentra takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Jetta.

Handling
The Nissan Sentra has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Jetta, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Nissan Sentra has less horsepower than the Volkswagen Jetta, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
The Nissan Sentra has much less torque than the Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Nissan Sentra and the Volkswagen Jetta.