Kia Rondo vs. Volkswagen Jetta
When we compare the Kia Rondo's and the Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the Kia Rondo has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Kia Rondo's and the Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the Kia Rondo is a better car than the Volkswagen Jetta.
Kia Rondo vs. Volkswagen Jetta Pricing
A used 2010 Kia Rondo ranges from $3,060 to $11,085 while a used 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is priced between $5,342 to $11,560.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Rondo’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Jetta base engine makes 170 horsepower. The Rondo is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 429 miles. The Jetta is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Jetta the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Rondo. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Rondo has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage in the area of cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3060 - 11085
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5342 - 11560
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Kia Rondo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Jetta Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Kia Rondo Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen Jetta Rankings
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Kia Rondo Trim Levels
Base, EX, LX
Volkswagen Jetta Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
169 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
318 / 429 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 435 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
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
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
31.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
139.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
32.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
66.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
124.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3406 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
65 inches
Length:
179 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3228 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
59.2 inches
Length:
179.4 inches
Wheelbase:
101.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
205/55R16