2025 Kia
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 23 - 26 MPG | 24 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 33 - 37 MPG | 35 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 191 - 290 hp | 228 hp |
| Exterior Length | 193.1 in | 186.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.2 in | 70.8 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 46.1 in
Rear 35.2 in |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.4 - 40.2 in
Rear 37.4 - 37.8 in |
Front 37.9 - 38.5 in
Rear 37.2 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Jetta GLI than the Kia K5, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Kia K5 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia K5 as you will with the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Kia K5 is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Dimensions
Since the Kia K5 is much wider than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Kia K5, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Handling
The Kia K5 has about the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Kia K5 has less horsepower than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, so it will probably be somewhat slower.
Powertrain
The Kia K5 has much less torque than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Kia K5 and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.