Toyota Corolla vs. Volkswagen Jetta
When we compare the Toyota Corolla to the Volkswagen Jetta, the Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and overall quality score. The Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Corolla versus the Volkswagen Jetta, the Volkswagen Jetta is a better car than the Toyota Corolla.
Toyota Corolla versus Volkswagen Jetta Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Toyota Corolla ranges from $17,595 to $25,770 while a used Volkswagen Jetta from the same model year range is priced between $18,495 to $28,552. For a new model, the Toyota Corolla's price is between $21,203 and $26,200, with the Volkswagen Jetta priced between $20,260 and $28,280.
Toyota Corolla versus Volkswagen Jetta Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Corolla is 8.8 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Jetta's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Corolla being ranked 4 out of 51 Best Small Cars and the Volkswagen Jetta being ranked 8 out of 51.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Corolla’s base engine makes 139 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Jetta base engine makes 158 horsepower. The Corolla is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. The Jetta is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 554 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 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 trunk space. The Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$21,203 - $26,200
Used Asking Price:
$17,595 - $25,770
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$20,260 - $28,280
Used Asking Price:
$18,495 - $28,552
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 51Ranking
4 out of / 51Ranking
12 out of / 51Ranking
24 out of / 51iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 51Ranking
7 out of / 51Ranking
8 out of / 51Ranking
8 out of / 51Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
SE Apex, L, XSE, SE, SE Nightshade Edition, XLE, LE, XSE Apex
Trim Levels
1.5T S, 1.5T SE, 1.5T SEL, 1.5T Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 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:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
126 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 38 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
29 / 42 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 554 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.6 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:
2910 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2915 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
186.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum with painted accents
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
