2019 Jetta S Feature Review - Discussing many surprising standard features I found in the M/T model!
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- Опубліковано 5 лип 2018
- Today I take a rare plunge into automotive review, instead of repairs, to discuss how pleasantly surprised I was when I started going through the 2019 VW Jetta S M/T. My friend Jeff from the old hood, and my wife join me for this video extravaganza.
If you are one of those rare folks left on the planet who still insists on a manual transmission you might have noticed selection is getting sparse. Its been sparse for quite some time... When you can find a car maker that produces one, its either the high end model or the bargain basement model. You know the model, the one that still has crank windows, kerosene headlights, and milk crates for seats.
Unbelievable however, is that the Jetta S, basically in a nutshell, comes standard with all of the features that one would expect from the top trim model only 10 years ago. You'll find I go into specifics where required and glaze over the usual options quickly which everyone knows about.
I do however go into greater detail with the ECO system because it required research as its not actually posted anywhere on the web with meaningful data. Especially, how it interacts with a manual transmission. That, I had to do a bit of figuring our for myself.
When I made the movie, as shown, the 7 mile in city loop (Florida county faux city) produced (on a warm engine) an efficiency of 47mpg
I can now post that a drive consisting of 95% highway has produced a value of 52mpg. No, its NOT a diesel.
No, its NOT a diesel.
No, its NOT a diesel.
No, its NOT a diesel. - Авто та транспорт
Was heavily involved in the development of this model at VW in Germany. Usually wouldn’t comment but you made such a great, personal video and appreciated so many details, I wanted to explain a couple of things:
Electric parking brake was necessary so the higher trims equipped with adaptive cruise control can come to a full stop, hold the car when stopped for a longer time than the hill hold could (remember: On A/T cars vehicles come with the start-stop function shutting off the engine at - say - a traffic light, resulting in the loss of brake pressure >> hence the ELECTRIC parking brake) and then automatically re-start the car and speed up. Making two different center consoles - one for M/T and one for A/T or higher and lower trims would’ve been very expensive (huge tooling invest required).
Rear vents were an idea, but studies showed Jettas are mostly driven alone or by couples, while people carrying 3 or more people in the car on a regular base buy Passat or an SUV.
Driver personalization is radio stations, and, if equipped, navigation destination of the VW Nav, Automatic A/C settings, Ambient Light Setting, Seat and exterior mirror position (if you have the ventilated leather seats with power memory) and even settings for the 10” digital display.
Hill hold is standard, holding the car for a couple of seconds - that’s intentional to help starting on steep hills. It’s always on, even on leveled roads, so the driver can rely on it and is never uncertain if it kicked in or not.
All you pointed out for ECO button is true, however note that shift recommendations also depend on other factors such as temperature or grading of the road (your wife was guessing in the video, she’s correct).
The vanity mirror lights come on the SE trim, as this trim also has the panoramic sunroof and hence a different roof liner >> saved some variation in production.
What really made me proud is that for this price point we managed to bring in a very up-to-date turbo charged engine, LED head- and taillights, soft upper door and complete dash, rather expensive to make decorative inserts in silver with a noticeable pattern you can feel (others just paint them silver) across the entire area around driver and front passenger, the high gloss black surround of the tachometer and radio area (just compare with most other cars in this price range) and the enormous center storage + that the inside of it is light grey so you can find stuff easier, and lastly, the great warranty. For all of this - at the price - we had to give in to the bean counters in some points - hence no engine cover, rather simple yet spacious trunk and a nicely designed but all hard-plastic rear seat area and parcel shelf...look at it this way: it’s easy to clean :)
Oh, and one more HIDDEN feature!! The center armrest is actually height adjustable...open it up and on the underside of the lid you’ll find to hinges, covered with rubber. They pop out, adding an inch or so in height!
Very glad you like the car and enjoy it - it was a tough project but I’m very pleased with the outcome.
Remember: One the road of life there are passengers and there are drivers. Drivers wanted.
I bought the S Manual model and I love it! There are a couple of little things I would add/prefer (at this price point), but overall, we are thrilled to get this quality vehicle for the price. It is elegant, comfortable and fun to drive. Thanks for this insight and for this review... this review actually helped me make up my mind about getting this car. QUICK QUESTION, is the an engine break-in period? Thank you.
Sandro Ore Yes and no - break-in in the traditional way (over the first 3.000miles etc.) isn’t required, but I’d be easy on the car, avoiding higher than 3.000rpm on the first 500miles, no higher than 4.000rpm on the first 1.000miles and then you should be very fine.
Much more important: Give the engine time to “wake up” (drive at least 5miles gently and below 3.000rpm) and “go to sleep” (avoid more than 3.000rpm the last 3-5miles before you shut the engine off).
In between it doesn’t do any harm if you occasionally floor it or drive a little sportier, but let it heat up and allow cool down EVERY TIME YOU DRIVE, just like you would with yourself - this helps keeping your engine well and alive much more than following the break-in procedure regligiously!
And as this car is a Turbo, one should follow that rule even more so...
Fabian R, thank you so much for this comment! I just traded in my used 2012 Jetta for a 2019 Jetta SE on Friday, 8/31. The armrest did feel super low and I was just going to deal with it. Your note about those latches was so helpful! Loving it! With this being my second Jetta, I think it’s safe to say that I’m a VW loyalist.
I very impressed with the new Jetta. I have been a Toyota Customer for most of my life, but the Jetta S 6 speed is a quality car that left me so impressed, it will be my next car. The quietness of the ride, the excellent torque for nice relaxed drive, plus the amazing gas mileage makes it to me a great buy. For the price, it's best in class.
Carlos Guevara Thank you, Carlos and Kimberly - these are the comments we all wanted to read when planning the car. It really was a fantastic team and even though it’s not a sports car and we had to make some compromises, this vehicle was made with true passion!
It’s not a Porsche in terms of speed, looks and price, but that’s not what we wanted to build. We wanted to create a true peoples car that makes everyday life easier for everyone, and the everyday ride safe, enjoyable and as comfortable as possible. A great value and a purchase decision you won’t regret (hence e.g. the 8-speed Automatic for best fuel economy or the 6-year warranty).
It makes me really happy that people find these values in the car - enjoy your ride!
Just took an 1,800 mile trip in my 2019 Jetta M/T. Trip avg 42 MPG. Super-happy with this car! Thanks for the great video!
Thanks, we got into the high 50's on the 6 speed/
I have driven my S 6MT for 7 months and the DIC says 42.1 MPG long term average. I do drive frisky here and there most every trip, but then back off when appropriate to achieve low fuel usage for the balance of miles traveled. Surprisingly VERY economical for size and weight and torque. You could easily get 50mpg ave if you were in to hypermiling. Amazing actually. But I'm still glad I leased it. Something tells me it's fragile. Hopefully I'm incorrect. And I do miss winging N.A. DOHC engines to 6500 rpm periodically. The 1.4tsi is all done at 5000. Enjoy the comfort this car provides.
Glad to see there are still MT enthusiasts in the US. Here in Canada you can order any model of Jetta with a MT, as about 20% of sales are MT. I just ordered an R-Line with the MT to replace my 2015 Jetta when my lease ends in October.
All of our daily drivers are MT. In Germany automatic, at least back then was extremely rare. If you took a driving test with an automatic, then you were only licensed for that. I don't believe I knew anyone that owned one. I have one car with an automatic but it is antique registered and not for daily use. Again 52MPG..... Ive been asked if its a diesel.
We just bought the Jetta S for my daughter as her first car. The automatic in sport mode is a pretty darn fun compromise. I haven't wrung the car out yet...not enough miles on it, but VW put a little fun into this car. It's a lot of car for $16,000. @@retrotechandelectronics
Thank you for the indepth review! You're awesome!
I try my very best to be awesome. Thanks!
Awesome - better attention to detail than any video on the tube.
Thank you kindly.
Awesome video. I just bought one of these 2019 VW Jetta 6 speed (Comfortline in Canada is the base model) and I love it. Seems to be great on fuel so far and when you want to pass, the car has some descent get up and go to it as well.
The only thing i didn't like was the trunk open hold. and now there is a recall to fix it.
How are you guys liking the 2019 VW Jetta S Android Auto/Apple CarPlay? Do you use the Android or the Apple application? Is it pretty user-friendly and is it glitching out or otherwise acting up in any way? It's really cool that VW is offering this on their base model S Jetta.
Great review and comments especially for VW specialist. I have just under 200 miles on my S and love it - it replaced my totaled 2017Sentra and this car is head and shoulders above that car. Love the auto down for all windows - the only thing I don’t like is the hill assist - I like the roll back on a hill.
One thing I wish it had was the auto open of all windows on the remote by holding down the unlock button. Would be a great feature in Florida.
John Lyman - was your 2017 Nissan Sentra an 'S' or 'SR Turbo', or, none of the above? Also, was it a 6-speed stick model? I like Nissan's latest Sentra models.
Just bought one I love it best new car for the price love that it’s a manual as well not a fan of the rims but Atleast they didn’t leave us with hub caps lol
Dont forget the secret armrest adjustment!
Just bought a red S model 6spd man and man! I love it! Found out that the steering wheel telescopes today. Tomorrow morning I'll try the raise-the-console-armrest trick!
Did I not mention the telescopic steering wheel?
Eco is pronounced “E CO” not ECHO
Bist Du Ganz Sicher?
No habla Germaic
It's a good, personal review of a vehicle. I've watched many new Jetta reviews on UA-cam. You are the first one to point out that the power plug is a rechargeable flashlight. I know VW sells the flashlight as an accessory, and wonder if you just got lucky with the dealer who decided to throw one in for you?
It was, as i'm told, a dealer addition.
Will the Jetta GLI use independent read suspension? Wonder if VW can make a premium version of this.
Regarding the Puebla factory: the build quality of my Mk7 GTI is wonderful. The fit/finish matches that of the Wolfsburg made Golf R. Panel gaps are tight, no rattles,etc.
My 92 GTI is also built well. The location means little.
@Retro Tech & Electronics
*do you think the automatic will get 40 in the city too?*
Not even down hill in San Francisco with a tail wind...
@@retrotechandelectronics why not? I heard it has more gears.
COOL CAR THANKS FO RTHIS VDIEO congrats man
@ Retro Does the jetta show the correct gear for the rpm when downshifting or slowing down?
So, I tried, and the answer is NO it does not
Nope, only shows the gear you are in. With the clutch out
I’m curious about your trunk? Mine goes all the way up and holds when I use the remote.
Yes. There was a recall later to add springs and other parts to fix this issues. Ours had this added this month.
That brake hold feature is model-wide and has been around for a little while! My 2012 and 2013 Beetles have it and my friends that have Jetta’s and Tiguan’s have it as well. If you pump the brake while on a hill and let go, the car will hold for a few seconds and then idle off. Pretty nifty, especially for steep parking garages :) much more useful for a manual, though!
Are you telling me this feature is in the automatic??? Why on earth??
Come on VW. Make the manual available in higher trim levels. I'd like to get a moon roof and stick shift.
I know.... I think Canada model do...
Just bought the exec line 2019 Jetta auto, but I test drove the 2019 exec standard. Definitely available in Canada. (Our Exec line is your SEL premium I think)
in Canada..available in all models
Get a GLI manual... I would have, but it was $7k more than the S I ended up with
I remember when VWs almost always came with sunroof standard. I loved the MK2. Still have a 92 16v GTI since 99. Best simple packaging. Great seats, sunroof, manual everything. Less things to break. Less electrical issues.
When you are on a hill you have to take your foot off the brake and wait a couple of seconds with the six speed manual. This is because of the electronic brake. You can’t just let off the brake and get an immediate roll back. Also I noticed when you have the wipers on low speed and then stop at the light the wipers go to intermediate wipe. Watch the wipers next time in the rain. People also think it’s a Passot at first glance.
Here’s another one: the spring recall for the trunk now means that the trunk button on the remote is now a trunk slow auto open
The 2019 does NOT include rear air conditioning vents on ANY model. This was a cost cutting measure for North America. Thanks for the helpful review!
So..... Does it still have this part for the center console on the export model?
Retro Tech & Electronics there isn’t one oddly enough. This car is US only maybe Canada ect too
@@chocolatewheelchair Yep - Canada gets the 2019 VW Jetta S, too.
Heater tunnel vents exit from under the seat. You could direct A/C air split to the footwell and thus the rear. You front center console vents are only a foot away.
Slummin aint no Bentley fo sh!
The Jetta's have a clutch type AC compressor. It is actually a good thing for such a small engine when cooling is not needed. Better gas mileage and a compressor that is not robbing HP.
Those variable pressure compressors are much more efficient that the clutch actuated ones though.
How did you change your name when you turn it on??
In the settings on the screen is an option to personalize this.
This was really interesting, thanks. The Jetta S looks like it would be a great commuter car with the manual as a bonus. The higher trims make no sense since you are heading into Golf GTI money $25k usd and that car is faster and more premium (a la baby Audi). It is very cool though that this Jetta is on the same mqb platform as the Golf R, Audi A3/S3, etc.
Having tested the higher trims, you have to REALLY want the extra features to make it work the money..... Big screen, Digital dash, electic seats, and for all of that you loose the manual transmission.... ugh
I am just happy I can get the Execline (SEL Premium) in Canada with the 6 spd
We would have probably gone up one trim level had 6 speed been an option though the wife had noted had she known, we would have gone to Canada to buy the car and drove it back.
@@retrotechandelectronics it seems like america gets shafted on manual options for cars. Which is a shame, honestly, I just really enjoy all the toys and still being able to row through my own gears.
The VW auto hold feature will use the E-hand brake to hold the car for 3 second.
thinking of getting one of these. Although I dont much about VW. Have only owned Toyotas and Hondas. I was told these are good cars. How reliable are they?
Look at the warranty
6 yr/72,000 mi basic, 6 yr/72,000 mi powertrain. I dont think there is a car on the market with one like that
@@retrotechandelectronics Strong VW of Salt Lake City offers a Lifetime Warranty on the powertrain. It's a long drive from southern New Mexico, but that kind of coverage is pretty hard ta beat. The VW bumper-to-bumper Warranty is 6 years, 72,000 miles, too? Nothing wrong with that, either. Strong VW also offers lifetime paint/dent/glass repair and lifetime car washes, though I wouldn't drive a thousand miles to get my '19 Jetta S washed.
A cool feature of the Strong VW Lifetime Warranty is that it covers turbo engine parts, too...seals, everything. And it's available for whichever of the 50 United States you live in. Hard ta beat that.
If you intend to drive it long term, over 100k? Go Toyota or Honda. There has been a lot of complaints about quality and reliability on the latest Jetta, as great of a value as it is. If you Do get a Jetta or Go base, No Options under $14000.
I'm going to test drive this exact model tomorrow. I'd say that the only thing I really hate is the rev lag. why can't the motor fall to idle immediately? I'm going to research tuners, and I'm going to research the Japanese made competition, but I have a funny feeling they might all be that way. Probably an emission things. Just makes the engine seem so unresponsive. Pretty effing awesome that a designer on the project weighed in. Many of his comments made perfect sense. I felt bad that self proclaimed 'purists' spoke down to him. He made this review all that much more relevant for me.
I never noticed the revlag could this be an automatic thing?
Eco will also make the cruise control a lot less 'agressive' it'll accelerate slower.
I didn't hear that. I heard it was the overall throttle response but I could see how that could also be the cruise control as well.
I know I'm really late on this video. I bought a 19 GLI mt. I absolutely hate this hillstart assist feature. I can't tell you how many times I've killed it because of this. It makes me look like a rookie. I've been driving a stick for 24 years. I don't need help with rolling. I wish there was a simple button to disable this. To my knowledge there is not.
It can be disabled with a computer connection and an app that simply changes the code.
So I just bought my manual Jetta about 8 days ago. It is my 1st ever manual car. While I have driven things like cargo vans and buses with manual transmissions, I have trouble with the take off in this beautiful bad boy. I feel like taping on the gas makes it take off and gives me a jerky start. Any suggestions on how to get a smooth start with this guy.
So the wife drives this car. I drive the Delorean and the Chevy. I find that by comparison the VW takes a light touch and I could see how it takes time to get used to that clutch. If it were my daily driver and there were an adjustment to increase the resistance on the clutch pedal, I would do so.
@@retrotechandelectronics ok thanks
@@RLRussell22 Also, clutches action needs to be practiced for a while, then you'll get used to it. I find the kind of clutch response you're talking about a good thing. I do think that you just have ta get used to the clutch "performance", if you will. I learned how to drive a stick shift in my Dad's '66 VW Fastback, and man was that a fun car to drive. Very light and tossable in turns. I would love to experience that again, though I know that VW's 2019 Jetta is more of a family car, and it's also a lot more car than the 1966 Volkswagen Fastback was, too.
Brian my first VW was a 1966 fastback! Today I bought my sixth VW a 19 Jetta S manual. Traded in a pristine 16 Passat R line to get the manual Jetta. Retro thanks for the reviews. Man this is fun to drive! Mike Keenan
@@mikekeenan9044 Mike - how would you grade your VW's? Must be pretty acceptable if you're on your 6th one! What color did you choose for your Jetta S?
echo?
echo echo echo
I enjoy your electronics videos. I'm an electronics hobbyist, so I would not presume to question your observations in that area. But, I fix cars...for a living. You mentioned "plastic", in reference to the covers missing from your car. VW has issues with their plastic, which they tend to use too much of, in places where aluminum (or other materials) would be a better choice. I wish you all the best of times with your new car... but please keep the plastic issue in the back of your mind.
Im aware of the issue with plastic in the Audi VW family. I had a 2004 A4 1.8T. Lord knows the worst of it was the velvatouch buttons, god what were they thinking. When you have to say, "Wash your hands before you adjust the air conditioning" Its time for some introspect with regard to corporate material selections. Secondly. If you are in Florida, tint all windows, well.
Does not however hold a candle, any day of the week to the ford interiors between 1979 and 1994. I swear you could look at the ash tray and center console hard enough and it would crack in half.
Lastly, Ill point out, my Delorean interior is made of wood. Yeah its heavy, but holds up really good over time.
@@retrotechandelectronics Marty McFly, eh? :.)
@@bwho eh?
@@retrotechandelectronics Oh, I'm referencing the Delorean from the 'Back to the Future' movie series. Marty McFly was the guy Michael J. Fox played in the movie.
The car not rolling back for a sec is called hill assist, the previous model had it too.
Yeah, it creeped me out.
All Jetta's in the U.S. not matter what trim do not have any rear vents for the back seat. VW stopped putting rear vents in the back in 2011 with the MK6. Only MK5 Jetta's have rear vents in them.
Interesting, thanks for the info. Ill also assume that ash trays are not a thing anymore, so they just put nothing in the back now. I noticed the S has no pockets on the back of the front seats for the rear passengers.
No rear vents on compacts is industry standard, across the lineup, as is one map pocket. I guess the S doesn't even get that. On a Jetta SEL Premium, it's like they stopped trying when they got to the rear.
Higher trims do get a donut spare.
And it is Eek-o in the States.
The rear doors have no tweeter. It’s a fake cut out for a tweeter but there are only 4 speakers.
They use the same panels on higher trim models that have tweeters within them,.
@@retrotechandelectronics yes. I believe the beats audio system which is optional on high trims includes tweeters. On the rear plastic trim behind the rear seats you’ll see 2 speaker cutouts as well for what seems to be subwoofer grills. On the S these are not functional
Another Surprising feature..if your windows are down and you hold the lock button the window will go up. Same idea, if they are up, just hold the unlock button.
I did not know this, I will try
Uphill Assist!!!!! Geezus!!! Lol
Yeah, I'm not a fan......
Just bought this car
Congrats, its a fun car. Manual?
Automatic. I haven't driven Manual transmission in years. Automatic is very fun to drive to! I got the metallic gray beautiful car
I got 600 miles with one tank.
A more accurate depiction would be from the computer. MPG? l/100km?
That's VW for you. Lots of little things/features there already.
A pleasant surprise indeed. I did forget to mention in the video through..... no spare. and while I found that odd, it escaped editing
@@retrotechandelectronics Did you guys decide ta buy a real spare tire and stick it back there? And a competent jack, too, of course would need ta be added.
The wheels look like hub caps, VW messed up on the wheel packages on all the 2019 Jettas. The gli has the best wheels.
They are in fact rims with covers over the lug nuts.
WHITE OR BLACK??
White or Black What???
Charcoal. I have white. And sell the wheels. Work well look like Walmart plastic @ 39.95 a set
I can't accept that cheap sits. It's supposed to be in leader!
If by cheap you mean fabric, I prefer fabric where I live in 30+c temp. If by cheap you mean manual controls, yes I agree.
Hand it to the wife?
Ha
Who else?
brings polarized your jetta
I have no idea what you just said.
@@retrotechandelectronics Me either!
@@retrotechandelectronics I think I know...he's using the spanish word for tinting which is "polarizar".
If you are thinking to buy a new VW JETTA 2019, think twice.
I bought this car in May 2019. The 8 speed automatic transmission, beside making a grinding noise when is driving at a constant speed of 30 to 40 miles per hour (+/_ 1,200 RPM), make an annoying vibration. The service department and the VW representative said that the vibration and noise are normal. I think this is the most ridiculos answer that I ever heard from a car manufacturer.
I when to different VW dealers and drove a brand new car and all have the same problem. Be careful when you test it, maybe you will not notice it at the beginning.
Just type in Google "Jetta 2019 transmission problems" and you will see.
Pd: This happens on roads not very steep as we have in florida.
Thanks
Eco is pronounced E-CO NOT ECKO
You seem awfully confident. Are you quite sure?
I'm gonna tell the Gecko! I think his name is Martin.
Brenton Welty ye, are u sure?
Does it really make that much of a difference?
thank god they got rid of the stupid pointless engine covers that just waste money and material
Lighter, cheaper, better cooling
Remember when the Jetta was a COMPACT vehicle. Now it´s a full size sedan... Meh...
So you don't like it because its a Sedan?
Its not full size. Its closer to a mid size, but still smaller then a Passat, but not by much.
This is a good thing in my book! I mean the fact that the '19 VW Jetta is a compact sedan with full size sedan size.
@@bwho This is NOT a compact sedan. Owned an '89 and that was truly a compact sedan. Volkswagen is following the likes of the Civic of making them bloated and over sized. The new Civic is the size of a full size Accord from 15 years ago.
@@exionem I gotcha. It's a full-sized car. It's long and wider than any Jetta before. I am oscillating between getting a 2017 Nissan Sentra SR Turbo 6-speed or a 2019 VW Jetta S 6-speed stick. I see goodness in both of them. I don't see how a person can go wrong with a 2019 VW Jetta S 6-speed stick. VW impresses me big-time with this new rig of theirs.
Stop Mansplaining hahah
Whatever that means...
the automatic transmission of this car is a complete failure
Thankfully, I would not know