2019 Audi A4 vs. 2019 Volkswagen Jetta

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Audi A4 and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Audi A4 and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta.

When we compare the 2019 Audi A4's and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of reliability 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, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Audi A4's and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is a better car than the 2019 Audi A4.

Pricing: A used 2019 Audi A4 ranges from $18,998 to $28,999 while a used 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is priced between $12,866 to $22,099.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Audi A4 loses 50.2 percent of its value and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta loses 36 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta retains 14.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Audi A4.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A4 is 8.5 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Jetta's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Audi A4 being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Volkswagen Jetta being ranked 13 out of 43 Best Small Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A4 is 8.1 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Jetta the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Audi A4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Jetta.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Audi A4’s base engine makes 188 horsepower, and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta base engine makes 147 horsepower. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 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 A4. The A4 uses premium unleaded, and the Jetta uses 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 rear leg room and cargo space. The 2019 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2019 Audi A4 and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Audi A4 and the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.