2024 Honda Accord Hybrid vs. 2024 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda Accord Hybrid

2024 Honda
Accord Hybrid

MSRP*: $32,895 to $38,890
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

2024 Volkswagen
Jetta GLI

MSRP*: $28,085 to $32,585
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MPG - City 46 - 51 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 41 - 44 MPG 35 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 204-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 204 hp 228 hp
Exterior Length 195.7 in 186.9 in
Exterior Width 73.3 in 70.8 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 37.9 - 38.5 in
Rear 37.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Accord Hybrid than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Honda Accord Hybrid and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI in the front seats.

Convenience
The Honda Accord Hybrid will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Honda Accord Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Accord Hybrid is much wider than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Honda Accord Hybrid, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.

Performance
The Honda Accord Hybrid has less horsepower than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
The Honda Accord Hybrid has much less torque than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Honda Accord Hybrid and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.