2016 Honda CR-Z vs. 2016 Volkswagen Jetta
When comparing the 2016 Honda CR-Z's and the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Honda CR-Z has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Honda CR-Z's and the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is a better car than the 2016 Honda CR-Z.
2016 Honda CR-Z vs. 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Pricing
A used 2016 Honda CR-Z ranges from $10,145 to $19,990 while a used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is priced between $8,474 to $17,893.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Honda CR-Z’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta base engine makes 150 horsepower. The CR-Z is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 403 miles. The Jetta is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 580 miles.This gives the 2016 Honda CR-Z the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, and front shoulder room. The 2016 Honda CR-Z has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10145 - 19990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8474 - 17893
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.43236
Honda CR-Z Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Jetta Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.584823 / 10
Reliability:
8.15447 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda CR-Z Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen Jetta Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
34 out of / 43Ranking
38 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
2016 Honda CR-Z Trim Levels
EX, EX-L w/Navi, LX
2016 Volkswagen Jetta Trim Levels
1.4T S, 1.4T SE, 1.8T SEL, 1.8T SEL Premium, 1.8T Sport, 2.0T GLI SE, 2.0T GLI SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
140 foot-lbs @ 1000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 38 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
329 / 403 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 40 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
406 / 580 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
25.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
74.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2648 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
161.5 inches
Wheelbase:
95.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2939 lbs
Width:
70 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
183.3 inches
Wheelbase:
104.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/65R15