2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid vs. 2024 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Picture of the 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

2024 Toyota
Corolla Hybrid

MSRP*: $23,500 to $28,340
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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 47 - 53 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 41 - 46 MPG 40 - 42 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 138-hp, 1.8-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 158-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 138 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 Hybrid, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Toyota Corolla Hybrid 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 Hybrid 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 Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Jetta.

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

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

Performance
The Toyota Corolla Hybrid has less horsepower than the Volkswagen Jetta, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
The Toyota Corolla Hybrid 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 Toyota Corolla Hybrid and the Volkswagen Jetta.