2024 Toyota Corolla vs. 2024 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Picture of the 2024 Toyota Corolla

2024 Toyota
Corolla

MSRP*: $22,050 to $27,150
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta

2024 Volkswagen
Jetta

MSRP*: $21,435 to $28,825
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MPG - City 31 - 32 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 40 - 41 MPG 40 - 42 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 169-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 169 hp 158 hp
Exterior Length 182.5 in 186.5 in
Exterior Width 70.1 in 70.8 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 38.0 - 38.3 in
Rear 37.1 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 Toyota Corolla, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Toyota Corolla and the Volkswagen Jetta in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Toyota Corolla 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). The Toyota Corolla is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Jetta.

Dimensions
The Toyota Corolla is about the same width as the Volkswagen Jetta. The Toyota Corolla is slightly shorter than the Volkswagen Jetta, which may make it easier to park.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Toyota Corolla is somewhat more powerful than the Volkswagen Jetta.

Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Toyota Corolla doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Jetta.

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