“VW's [manual] shifter has improved...but it remains vague compared to competitors.” — AutoWeek
“The rear seat is a no man's land.” — Car and Driver
“The Volkswagen Jetta is beautifully wrought inside and out.” — Automobile
“The Volvo V40's...four-cylinder engine is less powerful, not as refined as the [Jetta's] 1.8T or VR6 engines.” — The Car Connection
“Feels very heavy and grown-up when compared to other compacts like the Ford Focus.” — The Car Connection
“The knob for reclining the seat back is awkward to reach and difficult to operate.” — New Car Test Drive
“There ought to be a rule that Jetta GLS 1.8T drivers have an accessible winding road, or else they'll be wasting some of the Jetta's finer aspects.” — New Car Test Drive
“It exhibits a fair amount of body roll.” — New Car Test Drive
“The exceptional V-6 provides very quick acceleration.” — DriveChicago.com
“Narrow doors make rear entry/exit a squeeze.” — Consumer Guide
“The optional turbodiesel offers superb gas mileage (over 40 mpg).” — Auto Reviews
“Nothing about this car is cheap except for the price.” — New Car Test Drive
