Volkswagen Jetta GLI is a five-seat small-size vehicle in the Sedan category. For the 2013 model year, there are four trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo engine that produces 200 to 210 horsepower, which is enough for the 3,124 to 3,158 lbs. sedan to reach 60 mph from zero in 6.8 seconds.
2013 Jetta GLI has a relatively short wheelbase ( 104.4 in) on a narrower body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 3124 - 3158 lbs.
2013 Jetta GLI seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Jetta GLI ia a class-leader on only one measurement - legs - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on head. Trunk volume is the largest among its peers with 15.5 cu. ft.
Trim | 2013 Jetta GLI PZEV | 2013 Jetta GLI Base | 2013 Jetta GLI Autobahn PZEV | 2013 Jetta GLI Autobahn |
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Starging MSRP | $23,945 - $24,170 | $23,945 - $24,170 | $26,195 - $28,425 | $26,195 - $28,425 |
Engine | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo |
HP | 200 - 210 hp | 200 - 210 hp | 200 - 210 hp | 200 - 210 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
0-60 mph | 6.8 - 6.9 sec | 6.8 - 6.9 sec | 6.8 - 6.9 sec | 6.8 - 6.9 sec |
City | 22 MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
Highway | 33 MPG | 33 MPG | 33 MPG | 33 MPG |
Combined | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
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2013 Jetta GLI Sedan comes in four trim levels, with an average price that is $306 more compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, Jetta GLI has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 26.5 mpg.