The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta and Volkswagen Jetta GLI are both performance-ready sedans that transition easily between daily drives and the open road. Both options are safe, comfortable, and quick off the line, and the decision of which model is best for you will depend on your lifestyle and driving needs. Compare new Volkswagen vehicles at Heritage Volkswagen Catonsville.
Power and Performance
Volkswagen vehicles consistently impress on the track and out on the open road. In the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta, you’ll find a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. The Volkswagen Jetta GLI offers even more power, thanks to a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. You’ll also have the choice of transmissions, with an eight-speed transmission in the Volkswagen Jetta and your choice of a six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch transmission in the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Space and Size
The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta offers just a little more room to stretch out, with 39 inches of front headroom to the 38 inches of front headroom in the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, and 95 cubic feet of passenger volume to 94 cubic feet of passenger volume in the Volkswagen Jetta GLI. The Volkswagen Jetta also weighs slightly less, with a base curb weight of 2,998 pounds to 3,241 pounds.
Model Options
You deserve options, and you’ll find them in the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta. It’s available in four models: the Volkswagen Jetta S Auto, Volkswagen Jetta Sport Auto, Volkswagen Jetta SE Auto, and Volkswagen Jetta SEL Auto. The Volkswagen Jetta GLI offers one trim differentiated mainly by its transmission options: the Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn Manual and Volkswagen Jetta Autobahn DSG.
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These are just a few of the standout features you’ll find in new Volkswagen models. Heritage Volkswagen Catonsville is here to help you put them all to the test. Find the Volkswagen vehicle you’ve been dreaming of at our dealership today.