REDESIGNED 2015 VW JETTA GOES ON SALE
The latest 2015 VW Jetta features new front, rear and interior styling, enhanced content, new driver assistance systems, and improved fuel efficiency
- The entry-level 2.0L trim starts at just $16,215, featuring a standard five-speed manual transmission
- New limited-edition 1.8T Sport trim offers lowered sport suspension, navigation, rearview camera, rear spoiler and darkened taillights, starting at $20,895
- New driver assistance systems available: Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Traffic Alert, Forward Collision Warning System, and Park Distance Control
- Improved aerodynamics and reduced rolling resistance increase efficiency across Jetta lineup
- Bi-Xenon headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights and Adaptive Front-lighting System now available on select models
Volkswagen of America, Inc., announced pricing of its redesigned 2015 Jetta models, which feature a new turbocharged EA288 TDI® Clean Diesel engine, a refreshed exterior, and a host of newly-available driver assistance systems. The 2.0L base trim starts at $16,215 (plus $820 destination and handling), and is available as a factory order only. The well-equipped S model starts at $18,425 with a six-speed automatic transmission, while the entry-level 1.8T model, the SE, is priced from $18,995 with a five-speed manual transmission. The frugal TDI Clean Diesel model starts at $21,640 for the S trim.
Expected to arrive at U.S. dealerships in the third quarter of 2014, the new Jetta lineup will offer the following gasoline, hybrid and Clean Diesel powertrains:
- 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine, as well as 1.8-liter and 2.0-liter versions of the turbocharged and direct-injection TSI® engine
- 1.4-liter turbocharged hybrid unit
- All-new 2.0-liter turbocharged EA288 TDI® Clean Diesel engine, one of the most fuel-efficient engines in its class, returning an EPA-estimated highway fuel economy rating of 46 mpg with the manual transmission
Key design elements of the 2015 Jetta include an extended wheelbase that stretches 104.4 inches; rear-seat legroom of 38.1 inches; gently arcing roofline that enables ample headroom of 37.1 inches for rear-seat passengers; 15.5 cubic feet of usable trunk space; and a new front bumper that helps to reduce air drag, improving aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.
The 2015 Jetta S features the following standard equipment:
- Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
- Bluetooth® connectivity
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Cruise control
- Air conditioning
- One-touch auto up/down power windows
- Power locks with keyless entry
- Aux-in for the radio/CD player
- Power heated exterior mirrors
- Driver and front passenger front and side thorax airbags and Side Curtain Protection® airbags front and rear
- Suite of advanced electronic safety features, including Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
The 2015 Jetta is offered in four trim levels—Base, S, SE, and SEL—with a total of 13 equipment levels.
At launch, Volkswagen will also offer a limited-edition Jetta Sport. Based on the 1.8T SE with Connectivity, this trim adds a sport suspension, front sport seats, RNS® 315 navigation with rearview camera, rear spoiler, and unique interior decor. When paired with a five-speed manual transmission, the Sport starts at $20,895 and costs $21,995 with a six-speed automatic transmission.
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