2025 Kia
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 29 - 30 MPG | 24 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 39 - 40 MPG | 35 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 147 - 190 hp | 228 hp |
| Exterior Length | 185.4 in | 186.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.8 in | 70.8 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.1 - 39.0 in
Rear 37.0 - 37.3 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.
Comfort
The Kia K4 offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Volkswagen Jetta GLI with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles.
The Kia K4 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia K4 as you will with the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 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). Based on MSRP, the Kia K4 is clearly a better financial choice over the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Dimensions
Since the Kia K4 is much wider than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
When looking at overall length, the Kia K4 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Handling
The Kia K4 has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia K4 is significantly less powerful than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.
Powertrain
The Kia K4 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 Kia K4 and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.