2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLI GLI 6MT Canada Prices

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What defines a sleeper car? A sleeper car is something that you don’t expect to be quite as fast as it actually is. The perfect example of that: the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLI. This hidden gem often gets lost in translation because most people relate the Jetta sedan with “meh.” With the 2014 Jetta GLI however, that is certainly not the case. This power-infused sedan provides unbelievable muscle that you wouldn’t even expect until you put your foot on the gas.



In respect to its engine, the base model of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLI comes with the crème of the crop. That’s because it comes standard with a 2.0-litre engine which puts out 210-horsepower and 207 pound-feet of torque, and it’s all hooked up to an excellent six speed manual transmission. Of course, an automatic is available as well. The Jetta GLI is definitely a sedan that delivers amazing power in a package that you wouldn’t even expect.

Fuel efficiency ratings are good, clocking in at 10.2 L/100km city driving and 7.13 L/100km on the highway. Here’s something interesting: it has basically the same engine as that in the GTI but it actually produces a little bit more horsepower and the same amount of torque that’s in the GTI.

The 2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLI absolutely loves being let off its leash. The power in the car is phenomenal and merging onto the highway becomes a real joy when you take advantage of the torque of the car, that’s what it’s all about. The car feels like it’s glued to the ground and really loves to get around sides and bends.

The only downside to the 2014 Jetta GLI is that if you want to scream to the world that you have a fast car, this definitely isn’t it. The base model starts at around $25,000, it doesn’t get a spoiler, and the 17” wheels aren’t that enthusiastic and they don’t pop. Frankly, the car itself is the Jetta sedan. If you love the way the Jetta looks, you’re all set. But other than the GLI badge on the front grille, there’s no other way of differentiating the Jetta GLI from the Jetta sedan.

Cargo space in the 2014 Jetta GLI is plentiful, coming in at 15.5 cubic feet of space. The cargo space is something Volkswagen focused on improving for the Jetta class sedan. You’ll easily be able to get your luggage and Sunday morning groceries in and out of the trunk without having to worry about squishing anything.

When you get behind the wheel of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, you’ll notice that the car is balanced perfectly and has fantastic, nimble steering. The cabin is pretty quiet until you really rev the engine, then you’ll get the low growl going throughout the car.

The interior of the GLI is where things start to fall apart. Volkswagen used to build the greatest interiors. Now that they’re selling these cars at such a discount to the American market, they had to cut their costs somewhere. Unfortunately, the interior of the GLI is covered in hard plastics, a big shortfall for such a great, sporty car. The backseat of the GLI offers ample leg and headroom which Volkswagen wanted to increase since older models were a little on the cramped side.

All in all, the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is an extremely fun car for your day-to-day commute. It has great power, great steering, and it’s a sprightly little car to get around the city in. The base model is around $25,000 and offers a great value for that price and it’s truly the perfect balance of power and value.



Trim / StyleMSRPEst. Monthly PaymentAverage PriceInvoice Price
GLI 6MT$28,290 Get Local Price Get Invoice Price
GLI DSG$29,690 Get Local Price Get Invoice Price
GLI Edition 30 6MT$31,275 Get Local Price Get Invoice Price
GLI Edition 30 DSG$32,675 Get Local Price Get Invoice Price
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General Specs

Engine 2.0000 L
Horsepower @RPM210
Fuel TypePremium Unleaded
Body typeSedan
Number of Doors4
Passenger5
Drive TrainFront Wheel Drive
Transmission TypeManual
Power and Performance:

The turbocharged 2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLI blows out 210 horsepower from a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. The torquey four brings on boost low in the rev range, and pushes out consistent, exciting power into the 6000-rpm range. It growls and whistles while it works, putting an aural exclamation point on the exit points on curves, bringing silly grins every time you tap into the boost, doling out slightly notchy shifts and long pedal strokes with the standard six-speed manual, or pinball-quick gear changes via the available dual-clutch box's paddle controls. A lot of its character is now found in the 1.8T, but the GLI is still quicker to 60 mph, with its own handling spiffs.

The 2014 Jetta GLI also lowers the ride height, tightens the springs and shocks, and adds electric power steering and an electronically simulated front-differential lock dubbed XDS, which helps tighten the GLI's line in corners. The GLI wears standard 17-inch wheels and rear disc brakes, too, with 18-inch wheels as an option. The result: a sedan that's great at 7/10ths driving, with alert steering and a nicely damped ride. More precise than base versions, the GLI isn't as sporty as purists can imagine in their wildest Wolfsburg dreams, but does underscore the German advantage in suspension tuning when it's held up against almost all of the Asian-brand compacts we can think of.

Originally appeared on The Car Connection

Interiors and Special Features:

The 2014 Volkwagen Jetta GLI's interior is pleasant enough, largely due to the upgrades over the regular Jetta, including some higher-quality materials. It's also pretty roomy -- the rear-seat area is large enough for full-size adults to sit comfortably. The 15.5-cubic-foot trunk is also one of the roomiest you'll find in this class. Should you need more cargo space, the split rear seat features a center pass-through and also folds down.

We like the available touchscreen stereo interface and its redundant dial knob, which is ideal for controlling a portable music player but placement is a bit clumsy. The associated navigation system, however, is a bit of a letdown due to the small screen and limited amount of display information.

Standard equipment on the base GLI includes 17-inch alloy wheels, foglamps, keyless entry, air-conditioning, full power accessories, heated mirrors, height-adjustable and power-reclining front sport seats with adjustable driver lumbar support, cloth upholstery, a leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, and a six-speaker sound system with a touchscreen interface, satellite radio, a CD player, an auxiliary audio jack and an iPod interface. Also standard on the GLI is Volkswagen's Car-Net telematics system.

The GLI Autobahn adds 18-inch wheels, a sunroof, heated windshield-washer nozzles, a six-way power-adjustable driver seat, automatic climate control, a cooling glovebox, heated front seats, leatherette vinyl upholstery and a premium nine-speaker Fender audio system.

If you equip your GLI Autobahn with the navigation system package, it will also come with a touchscreen navigation system with a rearview camera, bi-xenon headlights with Audi-like LED accent lights, and keyless ignition/entry.

A rear lip spoiler is an optional add-on for all GLIs, and black-painted 18-inch wheels are available for the base model.

Originally appeared on Edmunds

Safety features:

Every 2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLI comes standard with antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, front side airbags and side curtain airbags.

VW's new Car-Net telematics system, standard on every GLI, includes automatic crash notification, roadside assistance, remote vehicle access, stolen vehicle location and geo-fencing (which allows owners to set boundaries for secondary drivers). A Car-Net smartphone app lets owners control many of these functions on the go.

In government crash tests, the near-identical Jetta earned four out of five stars for front crash protection. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the Jetta its best possible rating of "Good" in the moderate-overlap frontal-offset, side-impact and roof strength tests. The Jetta received the second lowest rating of "Marginal" in the small-overlap frontal-offset crash test, though. But this test is relatively new and many of the cars tested have posted similarly low ratings.

In Edmunds brake testing, the GLI stopped from 60 mph in 128 feet. That's worse than average for a compact-to-midsize sedan with sporting pretenses, though keep in mind that our test car was equipped with all-season tires.

Originally appeared on Edmunds


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