2019 Audi A3 vs. 2019 Volkswagen Jetta
When comparing the 2019 Audi A3's and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Audi A3's and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is a better car than the 2019 Audi A3.
2019 Audi A3 vs. 2019 Volkswagen Jetta Pricing
A used 2019 Audi A3 ranges from $19,998 to $28,997 while a used 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is priced between $14,934 to $24,539.
2019 Audi A3 vs. 2019 Volkswagen Jetta Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta loses 43.2 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta retains 5.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Audi A3.
2019 Audi A3 vs. 2019 Volkswagen Jetta Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A3 is 8.7 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Jetta's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Audi A3 being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Volkswagen Jetta being ranked 9 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
2019 Audi A3 vs. 2019 Volkswagen Jetta Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A3 is 8.0 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Jetta the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Volkswagen Jetta a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Audi A3’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta base engine makes 147 horsepower. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Jetta is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. This gives the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Audi A3. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2019 Audi A3 has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Audi A3 and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,998 - $28,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$14,934 - $24,539
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.2%
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Jetta Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Volkswagen Jetta Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
34 out of / 43Ranking
39 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Audi A3 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2019 Volkswagen Jetta Trim Levels
GLI 35th Anniversary Edition, GLI Autobahn, GLI S, R-Line, S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
184 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
30 / 40 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
12.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3197 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2888 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
57.4 inches
Length:
185.1 inches
Wheelbase:
105.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
