2025 Genesis G80 vs. 2025 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Picture of the 2025 Genesis G80

2025 Genesis
G80

MSRP*: $57,100 to $77,000
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2025 Volkswagen
Jetta

MSRP*: $22,495 to $29,000
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MPG - City 16 - 20 MPG 29 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 29 MPG 39 - 40 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 158-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 375 hp 158 hp
Exterior Length 196.7 - 197.0 in 186.5 in
Exterior Width 75.8 in 70.8 in
Leg Room Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 38.2 - 40.9 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in
Front 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 Genesis G80 than the Volkswagen Jetta. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Genesis G80 and the Volkswagen Jetta in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Genesis G80 as you will with the Volkswagen Jetta, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

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 Genesis G80 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Jetta, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Genesis G80 is much wider than the Volkswagen Jetta, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Genesis G80, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Jetta.

Handling
The Genesis G80 has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Jetta, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Genesis G80 has a much more powerful engine than the Volkswagen Jetta. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Genesis G80 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Volkswagen Jetta.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Genesis G80 and the Volkswagen Jetta.