2010 Volkswagen Jetta SEL

Pros

The Jetta SEL vs other Recent cars

Bigger towing weight 1,105 lb Good cornering ability 0.89 g Child door locks Standard Folding rear seats Standard Navigation system Optional Power seats Standard More speakers 10 Premium radio Standard

Safer for the driver in side collisions 5 stars Safer for passengers in the rear in side collisions 5 stars Entertainment system Optional Moon roof Standard Passenger power seats Standard CD changer Standard Has a semi-automatic transmission

Cons

The Jetta SEL vs other Recent cars

Sluggish 0-60 time 9.3 seconds Naturally-aspirated engine Worse drivetrain traction front-wheel drive Somewhat underpowered 170 HP @ 5,700 RPM Higher risk of rolling over during emergency lane change 4 stars Shorter-lasting basic warranty 3 year Leather Not Available Lacks speed-sensitive volume

Pokey 1/4 mile time 17.1 s s @ 83.0 mph mph Lengthy braking distance from 60mph 137 ft Less safe for the driver in head-on collisions 4 stars Less sporty performance 19.3 lb/hp Shorter basic warranty 36,000 mile Cramped front seats 50.3 ft3 Doesn't have a rear spoiler Lacks a subwoofer