Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Volkswagen Passat B8
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn
Car A
Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn
The Jetta GLI Autobahn blends strong turbo performance with everyday usability at a price that reads as good value in its segment. Five seats, a 400 L trunk, and combined consumption of 8 make it a straightforward fit for city and small-family use.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety228 hp
Volkswagen Passat B8
Car B
Volkswagen Passat B8
The Volkswagen Passat B8 focuses on efficiency and practicality, delivering good value in its segment. With 5.2 L/100 km combined consumption and a 586 L trunk, it fits growing families and long-distance travel.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety5.2 L/100km
Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 59 / 67
City 50 / 43
Budget / value 62 / 71
Road trip 48 / 64
Performance 32 / 25
Cargo 22 / 32
Practical 40 / 50
Premium 26 / 29
Winter 26 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn · Orange = Volkswagen Passat B8

Specs side-by-side

Spec Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn Volkswagen Passat B8
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Pros & cons

Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn

  • Strong performance for the money: 228 hp and 6.1 s 0–100
  • Good value in its segment at 31,995
  • Efficient for its class with a combined 8
  • Seats five and offers a 400 L trunk for daily family and city duties

Volkswagen Passat B8

  • 5.2 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class
  • Large 586 L cargo area suits family gear and road trips
  • Five seats and FWD make daily commuting straightforward
  • Strong safety and reliability ranking signals

Verdict

Pick Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Volkswagen Passat B8 if…
Performance & capability
Volkswagen Passat B8 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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