Volkswagen Jetta

World’s second largest car manufacturer, Volkswagen launched their new Jetta sedan in the Indian auto industry today. The new Volkswagen Jetta follows VW’s new design theme of a more angular design. One can be forgiven for mistaking the Jetta for a Vento at first glance because of the striking similarity of design on the front end. The headlamps, though, are twin-lamp units, but are housed in a single Perspex housing that looks like the Vento’s.

Features like leather seat upholstery, a leather package for the steering wheel, handbrake and gear lever, day time running lights, Cruise control, Hill Start Assist, an electrically adjustable driver seats, rear AC vents, a touchscreen entertainment system with an integrated CD player, aux input and 8 speakers all comes as standard with this new version of the Volkswagen Jetta.

The all New Jetta is equipped with 2.0Litre, 4 cylinder CRDi engine with a maximum power output of 140PS @ 4200rpm and a maximum torque of 320 Nm @1750-2500 rpm. Mated to a 6 speed DSG gearbox and a Manual version, the new Jetta will have smoother gearshift and better responsiveness as compared to the older model. For ensuring optimum safety of its drivers and their co-passengers, the new Jetta will feature Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and 8 Airbags to minimize injury in the event of an accident or collision. A 3-point belt for the center rear seat is also a welcome feature in this new version.

Mr. Neeraj Garg, Member of Board and Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, is confident about success of this new launch considering important market like India. The price range was set from Rs. 14.12 lakhs to 18 lakh for the top end variant.