Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Jetta GLI
When we compare the Audi A3's and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI's specifications and ratings, The Volkswagen Jetta GLI has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A3's and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Jetta GLI is a better car than the Audi A3.
Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Jetta GLI Pricing
For a new model, the Audi A3's price is between $38,692 and $46,746, with the Volkswagen Jetta GLI priced between $29,455 and $35,103.
Audi A3 vs. Volkswagen Jetta GLI Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI loses 42.1 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen Jetta GLI retains 6.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A3’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI base engine makes 228 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Volkswagen Jetta GLI 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 Audi A3 has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi A3 and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
38692 - 46746
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487828
Pricing
New Asking Price:
29455 - 35103
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.420529
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.719707 / 10
Reliability:
7.959123 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Jetta GLI Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
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15 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
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31 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36Volkswagen Jetta GLI Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 18Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 43Ranking
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31 out of / 43Ranking
35 out of / 43Ranking
37 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A3 Trim Levels
Premium 40 TFSI, Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI
Volkswagen Jetta GLI Trim Levels
40th Anniversary Edition, Autobahn
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 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:
201 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
10.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.0 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:
3318 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
176.9 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3274 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
186.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18