2015 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2015 Volkswagen Jetta

To distinguish between the two, manufactures usually alter a vehicle’s model name with something like Sport, GT, 5-Door, etc. Volkswagen though does things differently. The company doesn’t just take it a step further; it leaps forward twenty paces. Not only do VW’s compact sedan and hatchback have different names, they’re built on two completely different platforms.

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[Jokero_YT]

I drove both, the Golf's seatbelt buckle digs into my hip when the Jetta's didn't. I find the Jetta a LOT more comfortable.

[Donsburt]

I'd choose that lisp over the golf or jetta anyday

[STEVE]

In comparing the two cars why did you fail to mention the most obvious difference, the hard plastic cheap interior of the Jetta VS the premium soft material interior of the Golf?

[keisuketakahashi]

Hey autoguide what would you say now that the Jetta has the new 1.4L turbo engine? Does it change the outcome at all?

[brandonfriesen]

I wish this video was up a few months ago when I was considering a Golf and Jetta, but I still chose the Golf. The top trim Golf has features the Jetta doesn't. The 1.8t Jetta can't come with rain sensing wipers, automatic headlights, or the big sunroof. But the price came out to over $30, 000! Paid a bit too much but the car is sooo good. The Mazda3 and Focus can't even compete!

[uos]

I can't decide golf vs gti ... I like the softer side of the golf because we have a lot of crappy roads here. But I love the dsg in GTI

[icemanroyal]

Sorry Autoguide, you just lost points with me for "recommending" the automatic, even if it is quicker shifting and "easier". #Autoguidelike iteasy

[tranceformerfx]

It kills me that people still have a superiority complex when it comes to Manuals, and when ever an Automatic is recommended - they take it as an insult to their ego.

Spoiler:

Formula1, Daytona, and professional drag cars are standard in Automatic transmissions. Why?
Because modern cars shift gears better than people. Get over it.

[heyitsme]

I just traded in my 2017 Jetta for a 2018 Golf GTI autobahn. I have no clue what this guy is talking about with the transmission. The automatic transmission in the Jetta is the worst transmission I’ve ever experienced in a car. The dsg in the Golf GTI is so much smoother and feels more refined. The Jetta transmission shifts very roughly and just feels weird.

[moneymick]

I’m getting the Jetta this month iv been looking at videos and trying to get as much info on it as possible

[MrCarpediem]

I always though the GOlf a hatch back vrs of the JEtta (or used to be). SO is the Audi A3 GOlf based and A4 Jetta?? Tks

[David-nukw]

2015 Jetta here.
Last year of the naturally aspirated 2.0 4 cylinder engine.
2Slow.

[BaldCreations]

Two of the greatest cars on the market.. which do you pick haha

[kc]

Like the channel, but this was not the best comparo, no mention of the TDI differences or the Golf Wagon.

[SydneyDrums]

Jetta - made in Mexico, longer wheelbase with more legroom in rear seat, cheaper cabin trim with harder plastics used.

[minnesnowtan]

You talk about being fun to drive (taking corners fast) and then recommend an AUTOMATIC transmission? Tell the truth, you don't know how to use the third pedal, do you?

As for practical, the Golf just doesn't have enough room until you get to the SportWagen. And even that is a bit smaller than my '93 Accord Wagon was.

[RonnyFL]

The Golf (Hatch) has more cargo room than the Jetta (Sedan)??? How???

[azizamiri]

i have a vw jetta 2017 tsi ---- i love it

[granderondeproductions]

ok, why didn't you guys get a stick? I'm so done with automatic.

[kevinalan]

Seriously how much is VW paying you guys!?