Volkswagen Jetta
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Volkswagen Jetta: The Practical Compact Sedan
The Jetta is Volkswagen's compact sedan, essentially a Golf with a trunk, long popular for its practicality, efficiency, and value.
Introduced in 1979, the Jetta added a conventional trunk to the Golf platform, appealing to buyers who preferred a traditional sedan shape. It became especially popular in North America, where sedans long outsold hatchbacks.
Across many generations the Jetta has offered efficient turbocharged engines, a roomy trunk, and Volkswagen's solid, refined driving feel at an accessible price. The sporty GLI version adds GTI-style performance in sedan form.
A core volume model, the Jetta has been one of Volkswagen's best-selling cars in the US, valued for blending German driving character with sedan practicality and value.
