2025 Volkswagen Jetta and Jetta GLI Overview
The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta and Jetta GLI deliver a refined compact sedan experience, combining style, comfort, and advanced technology. The Jetta remains a popular choice for those seeking efficiency and practicality, while the Jetta GLI caters to performance enthusiasts looking for a sporty driving experience. Both models offer a range of trims and features, making them versatile options in the compact sedan market.
Exterior Design
The 2025 Jetta showcases a modern, aerodynamic exterior with a bold front grille and sleek lines. LED headlights and daytime running lights add a touch of sophistication, ensuring visibility and style. The Jetta GLI enhances this design with sportier elements, including a unique GLI grille, red brake calipers, and dual chrome exhaust outlets. Both models come in multiple colors, allowing drivers to customize their look to suit their preferences.
Performance
The Jetta comes equipped with a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, generating 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. This engine pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission, delivering smooth and efficient power. The Jetta GLI steps up the performance with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, producing 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. It is paired to a six-speed manual transmission and a seven-speed DSG® automatic, giving drivers more control over their driving experience.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2025 Jetta is built for efficiency, with estimated fuel economy ratings of 29 mpg city and 40 mpg highway, making it ideal for long commutes and city driving. While offering a more robust performance, the Jetta GLI provides a slightly lower fuel economy (26 mpg city / 30 mpg highway estimates), balancing its increased power with reasonable efficiency for a sportier model.
Interior and Comfort
The interior of both models emphasizes comfort and advanced technology. The Jetta features high-quality materials and an intuitive layout, including a suite of digital displays like the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit or Cockpit Pro with either an 8″ or 10.25″ display (depends on trim). It provides seating for five with ample trunk space, making it a practical option for families or daily use. The Jetta GLI offers heated and ventilated sport seats with red contrast stitching and leather upholstery, adding a premium touch to its cabin.
Safety Features
Volkswagen has equipped the 2025 Jetta and Jetta GLI with its IQ.DRIVE suite, which includes advanced safety features like adaptive cruise control, lane assist, blind-spot monitoring, and forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking. These features enhance driver confidence and safety, making the VW Jetta a reliable choice for safety-conscious buyers.
Price and Trims
The 2025 VW Jetta offers several trims to suit different needs and budgets:
- Jetta S: This base model, starting at $21,995 MSRP, includes a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, LED headlights, and the IQ.DRIVE safety suite.
- Jetta Sport: Starting at $23,275 MSRP, it adds 17-inch alloy wheels, a sport suspension, and heated front seats.
- Jetta SE: Starting at $24,975 MSRP, it offers comfort upgrades like a power-adjustable driver’s seat, Cloudtex seating surfaces, and remote engine start.
- Jetta SEL: Starting at $29,000 MSRP, it includes premium features such as navigation, ventilated front seats, leather upholstery and 18″ machined alloy wheels.
The 2025 VW Jetta GLI focuses on delivering a more performance-oriented experience:
- Jetta GLI: Starting at $32,715, it features a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, standard adaptive chassis control, and a choice between a six-speed manual or seven-speed DSG® automatic transmission. The GLI’s sporty design includes unique styling cues and a more aggressive suspension setup.
Buy or Lease a New 2025 Volkswagen Jetta at Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City
For drivers in the Greater Bay Area of Michigan seeking a stylish and efficient compact sedan, the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta offers a balanced blend of practicality and modern technology. For those craving a more dynamic driving experience, the Jetta GLI provides the power and handling needed to elevate the daily drive. With multiple trims and features, there is a Jetta for every preference.
Take the wheel of your dream car at Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City, MI. Whether you’re ready for a test drive or want to explore financing options, our team guides you through every step. Visit us today and learn why the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta and Jetta GLI are perfect for drivers in Mid-Michigan, including Saginaw, Midland and Mt Pleasant.


