2024 Honda
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2024 Volkswagen
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MPG - City | 30 - 33 MPG | 24 - 26 MPG |
MPG - Hwy | 37 - 42 MPG | 35 - 36 MPG |
Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
Engine |
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Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic, Manual |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Horsepower | 158 - 180 hp | 228 hp |
Exterior Length | 184.0 in | 186.9 in |
Exterior Width | 70.9 in | 70.8 in |
Leg Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in |
Head Room |
Front 37.6 - 39.3 in
Rear 37.1 in |
Front 37.9 - 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.
Comfort
The Honda Civic offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Volkswagen Jetta GLI with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Honda Civic and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI in the front seats.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Civic as you will with the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 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 Honda Civic will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Dimensions
The Honda Civic is about the same width as the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
When looking at overall length, the Honda Civic takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Handling
The Honda Civic has about the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Civic is significantly less powerful than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.
Powertrain
The Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.