2022 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2022 Mazda3 : German Engineering Always Prevails

The Volkswagen Jetta is a driver’s car. Built using the finest in terms of German engineering and technological advancements, it delivers strong performance and efficiency under the hood, paired with carefully calibrated chassis components to provide outstanding driving dynamics. It also provides the best in terms of comfort and technologies.

Here, we compare the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta with the 2022 Mazda3.

The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta delivers outstanding efficiency

Under the hood of the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta, you will find a new turbocharged engine that delivers 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. The advanced design results in outstanding fuel economy and low-end torque. Buyers can opt for a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission.  

The Mazda3’s base engine is a four cylinder 1.8-litre unit with only 155 hp and 150 lb-ft of torque which is way below the Jetta’s base engine. The Mazda3 also offers a four-cylinder 2.0-litre unit that outputs 186 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque. Although it supplies more power than the Jetta’s base engine, it is very inefficient, with consumption ratings of 8.9 L/100 km in the city and 6.5 L/100 km on the highway, compared to 8.0 L/100 km and 6.0 L/100 km for the Jetta

The Jetta GLI also has greater power ratings. This performance-oriented model is equipped with a powerful 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with an output of 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. This creates a new driving experience that most compact sedans don't offer. The GLI also features a standard six-speed manual transmission, but you can upgrade to a seven-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission for even quicker shifting.

The Mazda3 does have a turbo engine which makes the same amount of power if you use regular gasoline. Plus, it consumes more gas, with ratings of 10.1 L/100 km in the city and 7.3 L/100 km on the highway compared to 9.0 L/100 km and 6.5 L/100 km for the Jetta.

The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta has a more advanced cabin

Inside, the Jetta’s cabin is both comfortable and technologically advanced. It features better infotainment technologies than the Mazda3, as well as plenty of safety features. For example, the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit instrument cluster now comes standard with an 8-inch display on Jetta models, and the 10-inch Digital Cockpit Pro on GLI models.

The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta offers a much better package than the Mazda3. Come see it today. You can also shop for your car online with us. Our representatives are waiting for your call and can answer all your questions.