The name, compact sedan, does not mean that the sedan is any less equipped than any other sedan. In fact, compact sedans are great vehicles because they generally have a lower value but still have all of today's best features. The Volkswagen Jetta is a perfect example of a compact sedan that offers a lot of bang for the buck. The VW Jetta has remained a popular sedan on the market since it began production and if you are interested in the 2016 VW Jetta, then check out our comparison of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta vs 2016 Ford Focus.
The VW Jetta may be a compact sedan, but the Jetta is still able to have a truck size of 15.7 cubic feet which is more comparable to midsize sedans than other compact sedans, like the 2016 Ford Focus which has a truck size of 13.2 cubic feet. Volkswagen's latest touchscreen interface is standard on every trim level and is available in two sizes and offers VW Car-Net as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone app integration, the 2016 Focus does not yet offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto capability.
2016 Volkswagen Jetta | VS | 2016 Ford Focus |
28/39 | Fuel Economy | 26/36 |
15.7 Cubic Feet | Trunk Size | 13.2 Cubic Feet |
Available | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Not Available |
Hybrid | Hybrid or Electric Model | Electric |