2019 Volkswagen Jetta: Full Details On U.S. Pricing And Equipment Levels

With a starting price of $18,545, VW’s all-new 2019 Jetta is $100 cheaper to purchase in base form than the outgoing model, and is expected to arrive at dealerships nationwide in Q2 of 2018.

The new Jetta will utilize the German automaker’s 1.4-liter turbocharged TSI engine, putting down 147 HP and 184 lb-ft (249 Nm) of torque, with the help of either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic.

Highlights include Driver Personalization, digital cockpit system, ambient lighting, driver assistance systems, the class exclusive Automatic Post-Collision Braking system and a transferable warranty that provides coverage for six years or 72,000 miles (115,872 km).

VW will offer the car in S, SE, R-Line, SEL and SEL Premium grades, and we’re going to run through each of them:

Jetta S

The entry-level model is priced from $18,545 and comes with a six-speed manual gearbox as standard, as well as 16-inch ‘Rama’ alloys, LED headlights (with LED DRLs) and taillights, chrome grille, multi-function steering wheel, rearview camera, automatic headlights, electric parking brake, cloth seats and a 6.5-inch color touchscreen infotainment system.

Those who’d rather get the automatic version will have to spend upwards of $19,345, while a Driver’s Assistance Package can be added for an extra $450, bringing with it Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert and heated side mirrors.

Jetta SE

The SE grade builds on the S and starts from $22,155. It features the 8-speed auto gearbox as standard, to go with 16-inch two-tone ‘Rama Black’ alloys, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, keyless access and push-button start and heated front seats. Meanwhile, standard driver assist features include Front Assist and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert.

A Cold Weather pack will be available mid-model year for $495, adding a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, heated windshield wiper park and washer nozzles and remote start.

Jetta R-Line

For $22,995, the R-Line trim brings with it 17-inch dark grey ‘Trenton’ alloys, a gloss-black front grille, R-Line rear bumper with dual exhaust, fog lights, black mirror caps, R-Line badging inside and out, black roof liner, R-Line steering wheel with contrast stitching, two-tone black and grey seating surfaces with two-tone stitching and the XDS electronic differential.

Jetta SEL

Like the R-Line, the SEL grade also builds on the SE, and is priced at a more considerable $24,415. For your money, you get LED projector headlights with signature LED DRLs, rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming rearview mirror, Drive Mode Selection, 10-color customizable wrap-around ambient lighting, 10.25-inch digital cockpit display, connected vehicle services, 400-Watt BeatsAudio system and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

Standard driver assist features include Adaptive Cruise Control, High Beam Control and active Lane Keeping System.

Jetta SEL Premium

The flagship SEL Premium trim starts at $26,945 and offers 17-inch two-tone ‘Tornado Metallic’ alloys, R-Line rear bumper, fog lights, side mirrors with integrated turn signals, sport comfort seats, leather seats, ventilated front seats, power driver’s seat with memory function and power lumbar, the 8-inch infotainment system and the Cold Weather Package – to be added as standard mid-model year.

DESTINATION

Destination fee on all models is $850.

OPTIONS

Driver Assistance Package. Available on S trims. Includes Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert and heated side mirrors for $450.

Cold Weather Package. Available mid-model year on SE, R-Line and SEL trims. Includes heated steering wheel; heated rear seats; heated windshield wiper park and washer nozzles; and remote start for $495.