Toyota seems to be the giant of the automotive world – or so we’re told. If you’ve lived your whole life thinking the Toyota Corolla was the best compact sedan in the industry, it’s probably only because you haven’t been introduced to one of it’s biggest up-and-coming competitors. Don’t close the door on Volkswagen’s compact car; take a look at how these two compare in this 2018 Volkswagen Jetta vs 2018 Toyota Corolla comparison.
There’s plenty to compare between these two since they’re very different outside of their classification. While they look to be about the same size, the Jetta actually offers more cargo capacity than the Corolla with 15.7 cubic feet. Driving a smaller car shouldn’t limit you to less luggage, and Volkswagen ensures you don’t have to worry about that in the Jetta. Take a look at some of the comparisons below.
2018 Volkswagen Jetta |
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2018 Toyota Corolla |
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$19,495 | MSRP | $18,550 |
150 hp/184 lb-ft | Horsepower/Torque | 132 hp/128 lb-ft |
28 city/38 hwy mpg | Fuel Efficiency | 28 city/36 hwy mpg |
15.7 cubic ft | Cargo Capacity | 13 cubic ft |