Volkswagen of America unveiled the Jetta and Jetta GLI. Refreshed for 2025, the Jetta and the sport-tuned Jetta GLI benefit from updated exterior styling, new interior décor and technology, and a lower starting price than the outgoing 2024 automatic-transmission model with a starting MSRP of $21,995.

Under the hood, the Jetta retains its 1.5-liter, 158-hp turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine. Matched with the standard eight-speed automatic transmission, it blends performance with highway fuel economy. The Jetta GLI is powered by a 2.0-liter EA888 engine that offers up 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, which can still be paired with either a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission or a six-speed manual gearbox.

The sport-tuned Jetta GLI also features larger brakes, VAQ electronically-controlled torque-sensing limited-slip differential and XDS electronic differential lock, the DCC adaptive damping system, and a unique sport exhaust system.

The IQ.DRIVE system is standard on all 2025 Jetta and Jetta GLI models. The system utilizes front and rear radar, a front camera and several ultrasound sensors to collect data from the surrounding area, enabling Travel Assist (semi-automated driving assistance); Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring); Active Blind Spot Monitor; Rear Traffic Alert; Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Stop and Go; Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System); and Emergency Assist (semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency).

The revamped Jetta lineup is expected to reach US dealers by the end of Q3 2024.