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Volkswagen’s Jetta GLI Performance concept is a 6-speed manual sedan we will never see

South Africa has an obsession with SUVs but that means that sedans have slowly become defunct. Volkswagen’s latest concept; the Jetta GLI Performance is thus something that we will never get to see.

Posted by Alex Shahini - 19 November 2022

Volkswagen USA celebrates 37 years of the Jetta GLI

The current-generation Volkswagen Jetta GLI was recently given a facelift for the North American market which signified the brand’s commitment to its performance sedan. While […]

By CAR magazine - 17 September 2021

Volkswagen Jetta GLI gets updated visual design for US-market

The North American-spec Volkswagen Jetta GLI has been given a number of conclusive visual upgrades and standard equipment for 2022, to retain its competitive spirit […]

By Nikesh Kooverjee - 24 August 2021

Wait, what? Volkswagen turns ‘Jetta’ into standalone brand…

Volkswagen has announced it will transform its Jetta badge into a standalone, entry-level brand set to be introduced into the Chinese market in the third […]

By CAR magazine - 27 February 2019

This Volkswagen Jetta is set to cross the 335 km/h mark…

Volkswagen in the United States has revealed a specially tuned Jetta that is set to attempt the Southern California Timing Association’s BGC/G class record at the […]

By Nikesh Kooverjee - 25 June 2018

5 classic 1980s sedans for under R55 000 each

If you’re in the market for a new vehicle these days, you may find the prices staggering. And that means the market for pre-owned is growing. […]

By Nikesh Kooverjee - 7 October 2016

VW gets creative with five-model enthusiast fleet

The US arm of German automaker Volkswagen has unveiled what it calls an “enthusiast show fleet” for 2016. Featuring five models from the brand’s line-up, […]

By Ryan Bubear - 17 May 2016

LONG-TERM INTRODUCTION: VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 2,0 TDI HIGHLINE

I recently took over long-term-ownership duties of the black VW Jetta 2,0 TDI that joined our fleet not too long ago. CAR’s publisher, Neil Piper, […]

By CAR magazine - 10 July 2015

PRICING: Updated Volkswagen Jetta

With over 270 000 units sold locally since 1980, it is fair to say the Volkswagen Jetta is a South African favourite. Now Volkswagen has […]

By Wilhelm Lutjeharms - 16 December 2014

Updated Volkswagen Jetta revealed [w/video]

Here is another New York Auto Show unveiling which will eventually head to South Africa. In true Volkswagen tradition, the updates, especially on the outside, […]

By Wilhelm Lutjeharms - 15 April 2014

Volkswagen Jetta 2,0 TDI Highline Long-Term Wrap-up

Ian McLaren takes us through a year of highs and lows of the Volkswagen Jetta 2,0 TDI. This car formed part of our test fleet […]

By Wilhelm Lutjeharms - 24 March 2014

FAW-VW developing in-wheel electric drivetrain

Manufacturers are still searching for the best possible way to produce electric vehicles, and it has spawned many a marque to come up with ingenious […]

By CAR magazine - 18 December 2013

Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid at JIMS 2013

The Jetta Hybrid is powered by a 110 kW petrol engine petrol engine and a zero- emissions electric motor that has 20 kW. This sedan […]

By CAR magazine - 16 October 2013

Long-term update (2): Volkswagen Jetta 2,0 TDI Highline

If you value space above all else in your compact sedan, there isn’t a better car suited to your needs than the Jetta. Before setting […]

By CAR magazine - 13 September 2013

Long-term update: Volkswagen Jetta 2,0 TDI Highline

I recently took over long-term-ownership duties of the black VW Jetta 2,0 TDI that joined our fleet not too long ago. CAR’s publisher, Neil Piper, […]

By CAR magazine - 16 July 2013

Volkswagen Jetta 1,4 TSI Highline

In its sixth generation, the Jetta moves further away from its Golf sibling and closer to the more exclusive Passat

By CAR magazine - 26 December 2011

Volkswagen’s new Jetta driven

Volkswagen has just launched its new Jetta on the local market. With increased dimensions, a more upmarket look both inside and out, as well as an all-new platform, the company is determined to shake that “Golf with a boot” image. We drive it at the launch in Knysna.

By CAR magazine - 5 September 2011

New VW Jetta arrives

With many “budget” manufacturers releasing good quality products lately, the market staples have had to step up their game. And Volkswagen has done just that with its latest Jetta.

By CAR magazine - 1 September 2011

Fuel management

I recently bought a VW Caddy bakkie that has a Jetta 3 engine and Golf 1 gearbox. It is fitted with a Go-Tech Fuel Management System. The bakkie performed well for about 50 km, and then started jerking aggressively at low speeds, but above 100 km/h it jerks only occasionally.

By CAR magazine - 20 April 2011

Renault Fluence

Renault launched ten new products in 2010, so many may ask what could it possibly deliver this year. Well, for a start, Renault has just launched the Fluence – its first contender in the c-segment sedan market since the 2007 Megane II saloon.

By CAR magazine - 3 March 2011

VW oil usage

I sent the following e-mail to Volkswagen to resolve two issues I have with my 2010 VW Jetta 1,4 TSI. 1. On refuelling at 10 […]

By CAR magazine - 10 February 2011

Volkswagen Jetta – 2011

Volkswagen has lifted the wraps off the 2011 model Year Jetta. With a greater emphasis on quality in a more mature package, the company aims to distance the Jetta from its Golf 6 offerings.

By CAR magazine - 28 October 2010

Oil overfilling

I own a 2004 VW Jetta 4 1,9 TDI whose sump has now been overfilled for the second time after being serviced at a Volkswagen […]

By CAR magazine - 5 October 2010

Chevrolet Cruze 2,0D LT

Does the torquey 2,0-litre turbodiesel Cruze make up for the shortcomings of its pedestrian self-shifting brother?

By CAR magazine - 2 September 2010

Cruze SS on the cards?

General Motors’ new vice president of performance vehicles and motorsports has speaks of the company’s desire to produce powerful compact models for the future.

By Gareth Dean - 23 August 2010