2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs. 2024 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6

2025 Hyundai
IONIQ 6

MSRP*: $37,750 to $54,500
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2024 Volkswagen
Jetta

MSRP*: $21,435 to $28,825
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MPG - City Info not available 29 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 40 - 42 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 149-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 158-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 149 - 320 hp 158 hp
Exterior Length 191.1 in 186.5 in
Exterior Width 74.0 in 70.8 in
Leg Room Front 45.4 in
Rear 34.7 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 38.3 - 40.2 in
Rear 36.9 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
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Jetta than the Hyundai IONIQ 6, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Jetta.

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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Jetta, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is much wider than the Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Hyundai IONIQ 6, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Jetta.

Handling
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 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
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 has much less torque than the Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 and the Volkswagen Jetta.