2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2025 Mercedes-Benz
E-Class

MSRP*: $62,450 to $70,850
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

2025 Volkswagen
Jetta GLI

MSRP*: $32,715
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MPG - City 22 - 25 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 33 MPG 35 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 - 375 hp 228 hp
Exterior Length 194.9 in 186.9 in
Exterior Width 73.7 in 70.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.8 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 37.9 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 37.9 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
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Volkswagen Jetta GLI with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI in the front seats.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 Mercedes-Benz E-Class will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is somewhat more powerful than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.