2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid vs. 2019 Volkswagen Jetta

Toyota and Volkswagen are two renowned car brands in the automobile industry, with a long list of vehicles on offer. Two such models include the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta and the 2019 Avalon Hybrid. Both have ample standard features, but Toyota may have an upper hand.

Design & Style

The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is a four-door model that can accommodate up to five people and has supportive seats in the front row. The back seats have a good amount of headroom, but legroom may be tight for taller folks. The interior looks good, but not something that will appeal in one glance. It features plenty of quality materials and some hard surfaces as well.

The five-seater Avalon Hybrid offers the kind of room you need in a large sedan. The front seats are relaxed, the back seats are spacious, and both the rows have ample legroom and headroom for adult occupants. The interior quality gets better with the new launch. It looks great and feels stylish, and is unmatched in terms of cabin ambiance.

Technology & Safety

Standard tech features in the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta include the MIB II infotainment system with four speakers, VW Car-Net App-Connect, USB port and Bluetooth. It features connectivity options like Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, along with MirrorLink. It may take some time to learn the system, while the dash controls are positioned in an awkward way. Rearview camera is the only standard safety feature, while other advanced safety features are elective.

Avalon Hybrid comes with an Entune infotainment system featuring satellite radio, 8-speaker system, Wi-Fi hot spot, USB ports and Bluetooth. With a responsive touch screen and excellent graphics, the system is quite user-friendly. Standard safety features include rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, rearview and Safety Sense Suite including automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, forward collision warning and lane-keep assist.

Performance

The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta comes equipped with a turbocharged 4-cylinder 147 HP engine that is decent for daily driving but does not offer smoother acceleration like other competitors. Its certainly not good at handling corners.  

On the other hand, the Avalon Hybrid's 215-HPpowertrain consists of a 4-cylinder engine, 2 electric motors, and a CVT. It delivers adequate acceleration and power in most situations and you won't be disappointed with fuel efficiency as well.

The Bottom Line

The 2019 Avalon Hybrid feels a little different after its redesign, and it really stands out as an ideal choice in this segment. Jetta may have a few noteworthy attributes, but you have a better option from the Toyota brand.

Ready to Schedule a Toyota Avalon Hybrid Test Drive Today?

If you want to experience the top features offered by the 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, come for a test drive with us at Toyota of Stamford. Since our inception, we have been serving the needs of car buyers from Stamford, and other cities in Connecticut. You can drop by our showroom today or call us in advance to book your Toyota Avalon Hybrid test drive appointment.