Today, many car owners, who have at their disposal not modern car models, but more rare options, do not stop saying that many design features should be adopted for new car modifications. As the history of creation and production experience of the 2nd generation VW Jetta show, there were really interesting finds at that time that attracted buyers in such car models.
It is worth saying that in fact the second series of the Volkswagen Jetta, which entered the market in March 1984, was not something special. The only thing you can notice is that it was still the same compact sedan, which was developed on the basis of the same basic model in the form of a Volkswagen Golf hatchback, but maximally modernized relative to it.
The appearance of the novelty and its proposed modifications differed from the progenitor of the Golf lineup and the first release of the Volkswagen Jetta by a modified body and decorative panels. There was also a special transverse engine layout, with front-wheel drive cars.
There is no limit to perfection
The Volkswagen Jetta sedan went on sale in 2 body styles, namely with two doors in the form of a sports version and with 4 doors, like a classic sedan. However, as practice has shown, the two-door body did not take root in the world market and therefore, in 1992, Volkswagen abandoned this type of body.
Throughout the release period this car, and this is from 1984 to 1991, the design bureau of the manufacturer has constantly improved the design features of the car, as well as its power and efficiency, achieving the best performance for that time.
It is also worth mentioning that even then they began to test hydraulic valve clearance compensators, innovative developments for fuel injection technology such as Digifant, Digijet and MonoJetronic. Already the 2nd generation of the VW Jetta is equipped with a 16-valve engine internal combustion GTi modification, which carries out the ignition process using an electronic system.
So, the updated model of the Volkswagen Jetta, as well as its previous premiere series, proved to be in demand among potential buyers. During operation, VW Jetta II proved its efficiency, reliability and improved comfort. It is also impossible not to notice that the new generation has significantly increased the resource indicator of the power unit and its service life has increased.
Jetta II: history and modernity
It is worth saying that the former popularity of the VW Jetta, specifically the 2nd generation, was not in vain, since its status as an automobile bestseller in the 90s played a key role in the modern reproduction of models of the past in China. Moreover, today it is China that is considered the most developed car market and car industry in the world. Despite the fact that their own car brands are not leaders in world sales, however, the way out of this situation was the production under license from the owners of European brands, models of the 90s. The list of such "elected" representatives included the 1984 generation VW Jetta.
The joint venture FAW-Volkswagen is located in the Chinese town of Changchun. Its main focus was initially considered to be the assembly of inexpensive Volkswagen cars Jetta II and VW Passat B2, now it is engaged and modern cars, including the expensive Audi Q7. VW car jetta model The 2nd generation entered the Chinese market about 9 years ago, and still occupies a leading position in the lists of the most compact and complete cars. The most attractive thing about it is affordable prices for any buyer and engineering from Germany. About 20,000 units are sold per month.
Basic indicators
The new models have become 6 mm wider than their predecessors, and due to the updated suspension, the height of the car has decreased by 23 mm. The dimensions of the Volkswagen Jetta II are as follows: 4415 mm - length, height - 1415 mm, width - 1674 mm, wheel base length - 2471 mm. Engine capacity - 1.6 liters, engine power - 140 Nm (95hp). Diesel engine power - 65 hp, volume - 1.9 l. Five-speed manual transmission.
Volkswagen Jetta II generation
Compared to previous models, the new VW Jetta II has slightly changed the appearance of the car, features of the modern Volkswagen front end have appeared. The instrument panel has changed in the cabin, a display has appeared between the tachometer and the speedometer, which shows the amount of fuel, temperature, hours, mileage. It's modern. Also in the car there are 2 airbags, full power accessories, a new and modern audio system.
European bestseller Jetta against Russian "classics"
Today, if we consider a similar version of the reproduction of VW Jetta models in Russia, then it can easily replace the “classics”, since this model also easy to repair. Spare parts and technological units are also available for purchase in Russian stores, and the design itself is uncomplicated.
As for safety, the solution to this issue is obviously in favor of the experience of Volkswagen and their Jetta 2 model, since it has two airbags, which our compatriots so dreamed of. The Russian auto industry has equipped only Lada Priora and Lada Kalina with airbags, and in the “classic” there are no power accessories, no power steering, no audio system, and, moreover, no means for passenger safety. Thus, the history of the best-selling car of the Volkswagen concern is not over yet, and perhaps in the near future this particular model will be in Russian dealer sales centers.
In 1979, the Golf gets a body with a separate trunk and the name Jetta modifications
The driving force of the car was a 1.0 liter engine.
In March 1984, a sedan appears with the name Jetta of the second generation,
Maximum unified with Golf II. Structurally, Golf and Jetta are so close that they can be considered cars of the same family. Jetta became the younger sister of the then popular VW Golf and outwardly differed from it in body type (a three-volume sedan with a 500-liter trunk), the shape of the headlights, and the grille, but nevertheless it was not a separate model of Volkswagen, but represented only just a modification of the ubiquitous Golf. It was produced in several versions: with 4 and 2 doors, the first is considered to be more convenient, the second is more attractive.
Prototype for 2-door coupe,
Which were released in a small batch, served as a three-door Golf body. This modification was not very popular, and its production was discontinued in 1992. The suspension was independent in front, semi-independent spring in the back, the wheels were interconnected by an axle with a torsion effect. The car had front wheel drive.
The Jetta offered a wide range of engines to choose from.
- a volume of 1.3 liters, a capacity of 60 liters. s., and later 55 liters. s., consuming an average of 9 liters of gasoline per 100 km
- a volume of 1.6 liters (1595 cm3), a capacity of 75 liters. s., consuming an average of 10 liters of AI-98 gasoline per 100 km
- diesel engine with a volume of 1.6 liters, a capacity of 54 or 70 liters. with. turbocharged, consuming an average of 7 liters of diesel fuel per 100 km.
Sports versions with the GTI logo were equipped with a 1.8-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 90 or 112 hp. with. with petrol injection, consuming an average of 11 liters of fuel per 100 km
On the Jetta bodies of the 80s, Volkswagen gave a 6-year warranty against rust through, provided that anti-corrosion treatment was carried out every 2 years and there was no external damage. The interior of the cabin is decorated in a slightly angular style,
But at the same time, all the details are German-made high-quality and durable. Seat upholstery is made of durable material that has stood the test of time with dignity.
On most versions, the braking system was equipped with front disc and rear drum mechanisms (rear disc brakes were installed only on the most powerful modifications). The car was in good demand and became one of the leaders in sales in the small class sedans sector.
Sedans based on all generations of Golf were originally created as more prestigious models compared to 3- or 5-door hatchbacks, and therefore it was decided to give these cars their own name. The sedan based on the first and second Golf was called the Jetta. And for the most prestigious version of the third Golf, which appeared in 1992, it was also decided to come up with a different name - Vento.
By the way, in the market of both Americas, a sedan based on the third Golf generations continued to be called the Jetta.
Volkswagen Vento is elegant and at the same time practical - a real find for the family. Decent capacity and good handling make the Vento attractive to both the driver and passengers. In terms of developed power, Vento is able to satisfy all tastes and satisfy any requirements. The 1.8L, 2.0 and VR6 engines run on lead-free petrol and are very economical. The independent front suspension is characterized by the use of the MacPherson linkage system and coil springs, and the geometric scheme for installing the steered wheels helps to increase the dynamic stability of the car.
The coolest versions of the Vento are designated GTI and VR6.,
Former sedans based on the Golf model (Jetta and Vento) are a thing of the past, in the fall of 1998 Volkswagen presents a worthy replacement under its own name Bora.
Bora - this is how the Italians christened the cold wind blowing from the mainland to the Adriatic in winter. The Germans remained true to their tradition of naming cars after various meteorological phenomena.
Bora, based on the Golf IV. Bora is located somewhere in the middle between the Golf and Passat models. Structurally, the Bora differs little from the corresponding Golf IV models, but the class of equipment and design of the Bora is a notch higher.
The appearance of the car resembles the larger Passat: a rounded roofline, visually highlighted wheel arches and carefully adjusted proportions of the front and rear parts, excellent detailing - all these features have become the new corporate identity of the concern.
The Jetta model has been discontinued.
In 2005, the VW Bora was replaced by a completely new fifth generation Jetta.
The world premiere took place at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The German concern presented new sedan middle class under an already forgotten name.
The car is based on the Golf V.
". Compared to its predecessor, the novelty has significantly increased in size. The new Jetta is one of the most safe cars in class.
Already in the basic package includes six airbags. At the front, the system is represented by a 60-liter driver airbag and a 120-liter passenger airbag. In addition to front, side and top airbags, the new Jetta is equipped with side airbags for rear passengers. Isofix child seat mounts are built into the rear seat. However, Volkswagen Group a unique child seat was developed - Bobsy GI Isofix Duo plus, which has adjustable backrest and seat belts. It is designed for ages from eight months to four years and weight up to 18 kg.
The powerful and stable braking system of the new Jetta provides everything the necessary conditions to minimize stopping distance. Thanks to the ABS and ESP units with integrated DBA (Dual Brake Assist), the system contributes to vehicle safety.
On June 15, 2010, at Times Square in New York, Volkswagen introduced a new generation of the VW Jetta sedan.
Volkswagen Jetta A6 is a mid-size sedan produced since 2010 at a plant in Pueblo (Mexico), Aurangabad (India), Jakarta (Indonesia), Changchun (China). In South America, the car is called Vento, and in China - Sagitar.
History of creation
The sixth was built, but now there are no common body parts left at all (the previous model and brother had the same front doors).
Wanting to increase sales in America to 800,000 vehicles a year, Volkswagen moved production of the Jetta to a factory in Mexico in 2005. This made it possible to reduce the cost of producing a popular model overseas. Time and cost reduced, and the sixth generation car in America became two thousand dollars cheaper previous version, the price started from 16 thousand.
Under the guidance of Walter de Silva, head of Volkswagen Group Design (in the past he created cars for Alfa Romeo, Seat and Audi), the Brazilian Jose-Carlos Pavone painted the new Jetta. He also had a hand in the creation of the new Volkswagen Passat. Before starting the machine in mass production, José Carlos unveiled the car in San Francisco, investigating the interest of the press and the public.
In total, the development of the car took three and a half years. In America, Jetta sales started on July 22, 2010, in Russia only a year later, cars are brought to us from Mexico. True, the plans are to assemble the sedan at the GAZ plant in Nizhny Novgorod on a full cycle in 2013. Parts will be shipped from Mexico.
Technical features
The American Jetta is only superficially similar to the European one. The dashboard materials are tough, the car is equipped with a cheaper semi-dependent rear suspension, not multi-link. There is no second high-speed CAN bus, which is on the European Jetta.
CAN-bus is a wiring harness that connects all the electronic systems of a car, from a simple window lifter to an engine control unit, with controllers. A high-speed bus is capable of transmitting more information, therefore, this affects the increase in the speed of data exchange between systems. And the presence of two tires in the car allows you to simultaneously receive information from different devices. One of the main results of its work is an increase in the level of security.
The 2013 Jetta was equipped with a new climate control unit and an additional electric interior air heater on vehicles with TSI engines. Due to the small volume, these engines are poorly heated at idle.
After frequent breakdowns installed on the Jetta A6, and complaints from car owners, the Russian representative office of Volkswagen Group Rus LLC officially extended the transmission warranty to 5 years or 150,000 kilometers.
In the era of hybrid cars, Volkswagen released the serial Jetta Hybrid, equipped with a 1.4-liter gasoline turbo engine. and an electric motor, which together develop 170 hp. Car consumption is slightly more than 5 liters per 100 km. In the spring of 2013, the car will go on sale in Europe.
In addition to the accelerometer sensors responsible for supplying a signal to deploy the airbags, special acoustic sensors were introduced into the Jetta design. Their task is to determine the strength and direction of impact in an accident for more effective use of security systems.
Advantages and disadvantages
Although everyone's tastes are different, it is impossible not to note the Jetta's similarity to the Passat and their simple design, for some this is already an advantage. The car handles wonderfully. Compared to the main competitor of the Ford Focus, the Jetta is more dynamic, and the DSG box installed in it is more suitable for fans of high-speed races than the PowerShift from the Focus: it is less thoughtful and the warranty for it has been increased to 5 years. The wheelbase of the sixth Jetta has been increased to 2,651 mm and provides sufficient space for rear passengers (for example, Toyota Corolla- 2 600 mm).
Interesting Facts
Lightweighted by designers, the Jetta Hybrid set a speed record on the dry salt lake of Bonneville in Utah, USA, where various cars set speed records, including those with jet engines. The car was dispersed to 301.184 km / h. As stated by the design team, their next goal is to achieve a speed of 320 km / h.
In China and India, Jetta is assembled, equipped with a control unit air conditioner and remote control for the audio system for the rear passengers. In these countries, the car is considered practically a limousine for the wealthy class.
Security
The Jetta is equipped with six airbags as standard. ABS system and stabilization system. Side airbags to protect rear passengers are an option.
On a crash test EuroNCAP versions the car scored the maximum five "stars". For adult passengers, the safety level reaches 94%, for children 86%, and for pedestrians 56%.
Numbers and awards
The car won the 2012 Practical Car Award from readers of Guter Rat and Super Illu magazines.
In 2011, the sixth generation of the Jetta received the Top Safety Pick Award from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, as well as the GOOD DESIGN award from the Chicago Museum of Architecture and Design (Chicago Athenaeum).
In 2011, more than 177 thousand cars were sold in America, and in 2012 - 170 thousand. For example, Honda Civic sales were the best in the class - 221 thousand cars in 2011 and 318 thousand in 2012.
In Russia, the figures were, of course, more modest: 14,756 Jets were sold in 2012. For comparison, platform Skoda Octavia sold 52,036 cars.
In 2012, 11 cars were stolen in Moscow jetta cars. For comparison, the most favorite Volkswagen models among car thieves - Passat and Tiguan - are stolen 5-8 times more often.
So I decided to post the history of the VW Jetta here... .look at all the topics ... how did I not find a post related to the history of the generation)
so I apologize if there was something similar. ..)
(VW Jetta I) The history of this generation began in 1979. in 1979, the Golf received a body with a separate trunk and the modification name Jetta. The driving force of the car was a 1.0 liter engine.
The first generation served motorists for 5 years, after which the second generation VW Jetta appeared.
In March 1984, a second-generation Jetta sedan (VW Jetta II) appears, as unified as possible with the Golf II. Structurally, Golf and Jetta are so close that they can be considered cars of the same family. Jetta became the younger sister of the then popular VW Golf and outwardly differed from it in body type (a three-volume sedan with a 500-liter trunk), the shape of the headlights, and the grille, but nevertheless it was not a separate model of Volkswagen, but represented only just a modification of the ubiquitous Golf. It was produced in several versions: with 4 and 2 doors, the first is considered to be more convenient, the second is more attractive.
The Jetta offered a wide range of engines to choose from.
- a volume of 1.3 liters, a capacity of 60 liters. s., and later 55 liters. s., consuming an average of 9 liters of gasoline per 100 km
- a volume of 1.6 liters (1595 cm3), a capacity of 75 liters. s., consuming an average of 10 liters of AI-98 gasoline per 100 km
- diesel engine with a volume of 1.6 liters, a capacity of 54 or 70 liters. with. turbocharged, consuming an average of 7 liters of diesel fuel per 100 km.
Sports versions with the GTI logo were equipped with a 1.8-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 90 or 112 hp. with. with petrol injection, consuming an average of 11 liters of fuel per 100 km
On 1980s Jetta bodies, Volkswagen gave a 6-year warranty against rust penetration, provided that anti-corrosion treatment was carried out every 2 years and there was no external damage.
But this modification was not very popular, and its release was discontinued in 1992....
In 1993, a year after the introduction of the third Golf series, the Jetta became the new VW Vento (VW Jetta III), and after the debut of the Golf IV, the Vento was replaced by the Bora. The Jetta model has been discontinued. but more on that below)
Third generation - Volkswagen Vento (VW Jetta III). From a technical point of view, it was practically no different from the Golf model. And yes, they are identical inside. However, the Vento was slightly larger due to a separate trunk. Thanks to this, the Vento occupied a certain intermediate position in the "Volkswagen" hierarchy between the Golf and the big Passat. In addition, many buyers felt that the Vento had a more dynamic and sporty appearance. But it's not just about looks.
Volkswagen Vento is elegant and at the same time practical - a real find for the family. Decent capacity and good handling make the Vento attractive to both the driver and passengers. In terms of developed power, Vento is able to satisfy all tastes and satisfy any requirements. The 1.8L, 2.0 and VR6 engines run on lead-free petrol and are very economical. The independent front suspension is characterized by the use of the MacPherson linkage system and coil springs, and the geometric scheme for installing the steered wheels helps to increase the dynamic stability of the car.
The coolest versions of the Vento are designated by the GTI and VR6 indices. Such cars have rich interiors, but the most important thing they hide under the hood powerful engines. The GTI version until 1993 was equipped with a 2.0-liter 8-valve engine with 115 hp, and after 1993 - with a 16-valve engine of the same volume with 150 hp. (By the way, for the DTC championship, Volkswagen developed cars with a 2.0-liter engine with 208 hp).
The most optimal are gasoline engines with a volume of 1.6 or 1.8 liters. The first had a power of 75 hp, and the second - 75 hp, or 90 hp. Since 1996 (that is, a year before the end of the model's release), a new 1.6-liter unit with a capacity of 100 hp has appeared under the hood. The only engine from the “golf” series that was not installed on the Vento was the weakest 1.4-liter engine with 60 hp in the range. For a sedan that claimed sportiness, this was clearly not enough.
All engines installed on the Vento are very reliable and can easily work for about 150-200 thousand km. without demanding any attention.
Fourth generation - Bora (VW Jetta IV). The model begins mass production in 1999.
Former sedans based on the Golf model (Jetta and Vento) are a thing of the past, in the fall of 1998 Volkswagen presents a worthy replacement under its own name Bora.
Bora, based on the Golf IV. Bora is located somewhere in the middle between the Golf and Passat models. Structurally, the Bora differs little from the corresponding Golf IV models, but the class of equipment and design of the Bora is a notch higher.
The appearance of the car resembles the larger Passat: a rounded roofline, visually highlighted wheel arches and carefully adjusted proportions of the front and rear parts, excellent detailing - all these features have become the new corporate identity of the concern.
The Bora impresses in every way, including the generously packaged base model. Standard equipment includes heat-insulating glazing, wide profile tyres, ABS with electronic distribution braking forces and four airbags. Power steering, split rear seat with integrated split armrest, height-adjustable driver's seat and electronic anti-theft engine lock.
In general, compared to the Golf, the car is more elegant, powerful and with pronounced sporting ambitions.
This model was very popular among motorists, but strangely enough, a new replacement came to Bore, already under the former name Jetta.
So the penultimate fifth generation is Jetta 5. (VW Jetta V)
In 2005, the VW Bora was replaced by a completely new fifth generation Jetta. The world premiere took place at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The German concern introduced a new middle-class sedan under the name that has already been forgotten.
The car is built on the basis of the Golf V. Compared to its predecessor, the novelty has significantly increased in size. The body has become longer by 17.8 cm - now its length is 4.55 m. The height of the car has increased by 1.3 cm and is 1.46 m. The Jetta added 4.6 cm in width and reached 1.78 m. dimensions had a positive effect on the interior of the car. The legroom has been increased by 6.5 cm, and the interior width by 3.5 cm. The space above the head of the rear passengers has become 2.4 cm more. In general, the cabin of the new Jetta is 5.4 cm longer than the Bora cabin and reaches 1.74 m.
The new Jetta is one of the safest cars in its class. Already in the basic package includes six airbags. At the front, the system is represented by a 60-liter driver airbag and a 120-liter passenger airbag. In addition to front, side and top airbags, the new Jetta is equipped with side airbags for rear passengers. Isofix child seat mounts are built into the rear seat. At the same time, Volkswagen has developed a unique child seat - Bobsy GI Isofix Duo plus, which has adjustable backrest and seat belts. It is designed for ages from eight months to four years and weight up to 18 kg.
The powerful and stable braking system of the new Jetta provides all the necessary conditions for minimizing the braking distance. Thanks to the ABS and ESP units with integrated DBA (Dual Brake Assist), the system contributes to vehicle safety.
The three trim levels Trendline, Comfortline or Sportline let you tailor your vehicle to your personal preferences.
The basic equipment (Trendline) includes: central locking with remote control, power mirrors with heating, power windows front and rear, heated front seats, ABS, airbags for the driver and passenger, side curtains, electric power steering, air conditioning, headlight washers, package and many more options.
As additional equipment for the Comfortline and Sportline trim levels, Volkswagen offers high-quality leather upholstery and a multifunctional three-spoke steering wheel decorated with leather and wood. Finishes are also offered for the parking brake and shift levers. Also available for these trim levels are decorative inlays in walnut, and for exclusive versions - decor Alu-Microtec (brushed aluminum) and Microtec-Anthrazit (brushed anthracite), which look most impressive in a beige interior (Pure Beige).
The engine range of the new Volkswagen Jetta starts with a 1.6-liter petrol engine with 102 hp, which is aggregated with a 5-speed mechanical box gears. As an alternative, an FSI engine is offered: a 2.0-liter unit delivers 150 hp. The 2.0 FSI engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed Tiptronic automatic.
For adherents of high-torque, but economical power units, it is proposed diesel series engines latest generation- created by TDI technology. This is a 105-horsepower 1.9 TDI engine, which is equipped as standard with a 5-speed manual transmission. There is an option to install the latest DSG box. Turbodiesel 2.0 TDI, 140 hp, works with both a 6-speed manual transmission and DSG. It is noteworthy that both diesel engines are equipped with a progressive start system that allows you to start the engine in all weather conditions. Both engines are distinguished by excellent elasticity and efficiency.
Volkswagen Jetta V is a stylish, modern and reliable car.
In 2010, VW introduced the sixth generation Jetta (VW Jetta VI).
The sixth generation Volkswagen Jetta was unveiled on June 15 at Times Square in New York. While the Jetta's design is minimal, it doesn't share the same components as the VW Golf it used to.
The Jetta is based on the NCC concept seen at NAIAS in January. The sixth generation Jetta is much longer than its predecessor and has a wider wheelbase. The dimensions of the car are 4.64 m long, 1.78 m wide, 1.45 m high, the wheelbase is 2650 mm. Compared to the NCC, the Jetta is leaner and the body lines are smoother.
The increased size favorably affected the space inside the cabin - rear passengers will receive 7.5% more free space. The front of the car now has a spoiler. The radiator grille has also changed, which has become narrower and longer, and the headlights, which have become narrower.
Four engine options will be available in the US: a new 138bhp 2.0-litre TDI with 320Nm of torque, a new 114bhp petrol engine, a 2.5-litre 168bhp TSI and a 2.0-litre 197bhp TSI. The TSI engines will power the Jetta GLI models, which will only go on sale in 2011. Each turbocharged engine will come with six-speed DSG boxes, although the buyer can choose a manual transmission.
Surprisingly, the all-new Jetta starts at $15,995 in the US - $1,740 less than the previous generation model. but in Russia everything is exactly the opposite ...
official prices have not yet been announced and not published .. but from some sources, at the moment, it is known that this model will cost from $ 18/19,000 (not a provable price ... because they have not yet begun to be released in Russia) but other sources say that the price will be from $15/16,000... let's wait and see =))
Undeniable, but the Jetta is and always has been the sales star in Volkswagen's North American crown.
A small sedan formula that was revolutionary and was a hit with audiences when it first appeared in the 80s. Jetta was able to provide a European alternative to the more utilitarian Japanese compact cars, flooding the market, and thus made an attempt to find a tuning subculture for a new 4-door hero that came from the Old World.
Volkswagen has unveiled an all-new 2019 Jetta and one has to look into the history of the iconic car to understand why it became successful and in demand, even in the US. Here are the 10 most significant moments in development of Volkswagen Jetta:
1. More than 10 names…
It is known that the People's Car likes to name its creations after winds and currents. So there were Scirocco and other models. But with the Jetta, everything turned out exactly the opposite. This name has nothing to do with atmospheric phenomena. Moreover, his numerous names in different countries of the world, such as "Sagitar", "Clasico", "Voyage", "Fox", "Boru" (more than 10 names in total) are also not related to meteorology. The only exception is Vento, which is the name of the wind in Italian and Portuguese.
So the creators of the compact sedan decided to separate it from the general concept and endow it with a unique personality.
2. Extended Golf Concept
Where did the Jetta come from? When the small segment of the market occupied by sedans in the United States began to grow towards the end of the 1970s, Volkswagen realized that the concern had nothing to offer customers, except for the Golf hatchback. The quick and easy solution was to take an already proven platform, tweak it and offer it as a coupe or 4-door sedan. Thus, in 1981, the MK1 Jetta was born, which, like its predecessor, was designed by Girogetto Giugiaro.
The new compact creation quickly replaced the iconic Beetle, which had held the lead in the small economy car class since the early 1950s. Engineer's solution people's car was so successful that the Jetta soon replaced the Golf as Volkswagen's most popular model in the US. It is difficult to find such a significant, large-scale and rapid revolution in the history of the global automotive industry.
3. Early appearance of GLI
The first Jetta modifications were equipped with 4-cylinder diesel engines. But soon, Volkswagen launched the production of models with GLI indices (grand luxury injector). For this, a 1.8-liter gasoline engine with 90 hp was borrowed from the Golf. He worked in tandem with a 5-speed manual transmission. So that such modernization does not cause damage running characteristics, the engineers had to redesign the platform a bit. The result is the appearance of a more than worthy car for its time.
4. MK 2 or second-generation Jetta - building on success
With American demand firmly established, Volkswagen rolled out the second generation of the compact bestseller in 1985. The new creation sold better than any other European car until its retirement after 1992. model year. The second generation retained the main success factors:
. practicality;
. affordable price;
. economical fuel consumption.
This was especially true for the turbodiesel versions of the car, which didn't offer much in terms of performance but made fuel consumption, especially when cruising down the highway, truly ridiculous. So, just over 1.7 million MK2 Jettas were sold.
5. Jetta MK3 saves Volkswagen in America
Despite the success of the MK2, other models from the Volkswagen stable did not catch the attention of North American buyers, causing sales to plummet in the early 90s. The introduction of the Jetta MK3 in 1993, with a rounded design that was not as attractive as the previous model, still allowed Volkswagen to stay in the North American market.
The new generation Jetta also became in demand, its sales were twice that of the Golf. MK3 became the generation of diesel engines. They were also very economical, but they added significantly in terms of dynamics and performance and caught up in these characteristics with the gasoline counterparts of that time.
6. VR6 vs 1.8T
At the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries, a real battle broke out between the Volkswagen VR6 and 1.8T power units. It concerned import issues. The basis for the third generation Jetta was the 6-cylinder VR6 engine with the GLI. It had good performance and came with the advanced GLX package. This unit has become a real legend among urban racers due to the excellent ratio of power - 201 hp and torque.
The 12-valve and 24-valve VR6 engines performed well and switched from the MK3 to the MK4 Jetta at the turn of the century in 1999. However, the MK4 was also equipped with 1.8T four-cylinder turbocharged engines. Initially, he gave out 177 "horses" and 172 Nm of torque. These performance seemed inferior compared to the larger 6-cylinder engine.
But it quickly turned out that thanks to turbocharging, the power unit is able to produce more than stated by the manufacturer. Being lighter than the VR6 and less costly to upgrade, the 1.8T sparked a rivalry that raged for the next 5 years.
7 Urban Jetta
From time to time, an automaker will sell a previous model along with its redesigned 'brother' as a way to either reduce old stock or cater to a car-specific core audience. However, when Volkswagen introduced the City Jetta in 2007, it was a new milestone in the development of the automotive marketing component of the market.
With the MK5 Jetta is bigger than ever before. VW felt it needed a way to stay in touch with Canadian buyers who favor the small sedan. Therefore, the German concern again launched sales of the MK4, along with new modification, which was named City Jetta. The quick adaptation was made possible by the fact that the MK4 was still being built for several markets in the south (including Brazil). A similar strategy was followed for the City Golf, with both models featuring a lower standard of equipment both inside and under the hood.
8Jetta Sportwagen
Things got even more confusing for Volkswagen Jetta fans with the introduction of the Sportwagen as a 2007 model. Initially targeted only at Canada, the Sportwagen was actually a rebadged golf wagon imported from Europe. It differed from past wagon versions of the Jetta, which were sedan versions with a long roof.
It is still doubtful and controversial that in 2011, when the Golfta Jetta Sportwagen was introduced to American buyers, the car in Canada had already received a new name - Golf Sportwagen. At the same time, the unification of the model under the Golf banner was not carried out in both countries until the car was restyled in 2015.
9. Diesel racing in the Jetta TDI Cup
Before it was revealed that EPA emissions tests for Volkswagen's turbodiesel engines were falsified, the company, on its own initiative, introduced TDI technology, which stands for Turbocharged Direct Injection. Yes, on diesel engines began to install a direct fuel injection system and turbochargers. As part of this program, the Jetta TDI racing series was sponsored under the name Cupta Jetta TDI.
The Cup, which featured modified, urban sedans, was an affordable gateway to promote the Jetta.
The car is aimed at young drivers looking for motorsport style at an affordable price. In fact, young active people aged 16 to 26 became the audience of the compact sedan. The series ran for 3 years (2008-2010) and spawned the anniversary Jetta TDI Cup Edition, which featured a sporty body kit (but with a performance goal in mind).
10. Bigger, cheaper, better over time
The position of the current Volkswagen Jetta shook a bit when it hit the market as a 2011 model. This happened due to the fact that developers and functionaries German concern decided to make the sedan even more affordable in terms of comfort and materials.
While the Jetta offered more than anything before, the less sophisticated chassis, combined with an interior trimmed in inferior materials and a crude 5-cylinder base engine, turned buyers off to the point that VW had to take emergency action a few years later. .