2022 Volkswagen Jetta/Jetta GLI in Bay City, MI

2022 VW Jetta/Jetta GLI
BASE MSRP: from $20,365 (Jetta) / $31,295 (Jetta GLI)
Total Horsepower: 158 (Jetta) / 228 (Jetta GLI)
Estimated City MPG: 29 (Jetta) / 26 (Jetta GLI)
Estimated Highway MPG: 43 (Jetta) / 37 (Jetta GLI)

Get to Know the 2022 VW Jetta & Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Trusted names in the Volkswagen lineup, both the 2022 VW Jetta and the 2022 VW Jetta GLI march forward with top-tier reliability that drivers appreciate. The baseline Jetta is the beneficiary of a new engine under the hood for the 2022 model year, while both the base Jetta and the GLI receive changes in their exterior design. Zipping around mid-Michigan in one of these two sporty sedans is an efficient and enjoyable driving experience.

2022 VW Jetta / Jetta GLI Trims

There are four different trim levels available for the 2022 VW Jetta, while the 2022 VW Jetta GLI has been reduced to a single Autobahn trim option. Versatility and performance continue to be the elements that make them standout sedan options for today’s driver. No matter which version of the Volkswagen family customers choose, they are assured to be getting a capable sedan with all of the fun and functionality that is expected from the brand. 

2022 Volkswagen Jetta S: MSRP from $20,365
2022 Volkswagen Jetta Sport: MSRP from $21,265
2022 Volkswagen Jetta SE: MSRP from $24,095
2022 Volkswagen Jetta SEL: MSRP from $28,095
2022 Volkswagen Jetta GLI: MSRP from $31,295

Performance

The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta now contains the same 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine that was introduced with the Taos compact SUV. This means that 158 horsepower of reliable performance is at the driver’s command at all times. Whether drivers use the standard six-speed manual or the optional eight-speed automatic transmission to handle gear shifting, acceleration has a smoothness that will be appreciated by occupants of the sedan. Every Jetta has FWD as the standard drivetrain. As for the Jetta GLI, the engine is a more powerful turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder. Sitting at 228 horsepower, the GLI is ideal for drivers who want more exhilaration behind the wheel. A six-speed manual transmission is standard on the GLI as well, with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic option available.

Interior Features

Continuing with the trend of modernization, the interior of both the Jetta and the Jetta GLI comes with plenty of enjoyable features that everyone in the vehicle will appreciate. Combined with the impressive 94.7 total cubic feet of passenger space that both versions of the sedan have, rides across town or around Michigan are met with equal levels of comfort. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard on every model of the 2022 Jetta and the Jetta GLI. Additionally, a subscription-based Wi-Fi® hotspot is integrated into every version as well for consistent Internet connectivity. Upper-level trims of the standard Jetta get a wireless charging pad added as a standard feature, while the GLI comes with one equipped.

Safety Features

Volkswagen packs every one of their models with driver-assistance technology to make trips in any weather and driving situation more confident for the customer. In the 2022 Jetta and Jetta GLI, this is no different. Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking help keep the front of the vehicle monitored and protected in situations where the driver is unable to respond in time. A similar level of protection is provided for the rear of the vehicles with both Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Blind Spot Monitoring. Adaptive Cruise Control is an optional feature on the base Jetta, standard on select trims, and is standard on the Jetta GLI.

Learn More About the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta / VW Jetta GLI at Thelen VW

For more information about the 2022 Jetta and the 2022 Jetta GLI sedans, please visit or contact Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City, MI today. Our sales staff is ready to help Michigan drivers with additional details about this efficient sedan so that you can make the most informed purchasing decision possible. Find out why customers from areas such as Saginaw, Mt. Pleasant, and Midland choose Thelen VW as their preferred VW dealer. 

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