2015 Volkswagen Jetta updated with more features and new sports model

The updated 2015 Volkswagen Jetta has arrived in Australia with new standard features and pricing. The new Jetta range continues Volkswagen Australia’s strategy to reduce complexity within its product lines, offering a core range of models and greater standard features across the board.

The 2015 models now benefit from the standard fitment of Volkswagen Extended Differential Lock (XDL) function, which reduces understeer by braking the inside wheel while cornering under load, along with Driver Fatigue Detection System.

All models in the revised Jetta range also receive an anti-theft alarm system, alloy wheels, cruise control as standard, as well as a leather multi-function steering wheel combined with Multi-Function Display (MFD Plus).

The range kicks off with the 118TSI Trendline priced from $22,790. It comes with a 118kW 1.4-litre TSI petrol engine paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or an optional 7-speed DSG. It returns 6.2L/100 with the DSG and 6.5L/100 with the manual.

As seen in other Volkswagen models such as Golf and Polo and the previous Jetta range, the Comfortline specification adds a number of convenience and comfort features above the features of the entry Trendline class. In the case of the revised Jetta range, the Jetta 118TSI Comfortline receives the RNS510 satellite navigation system, rear view camera with front and rear parking distance sensors, dual zone climate control air conditioning, rain sensing wipes, automatically dimming mirror and automatic headlights and comfort front seats.  

The Highline specification again offers two engine and transmission choices: the 118TSI petrol engine with a 7-speed DSG transmission, or the 103TDI diesel engine with a 6-speed DSG transmission. Both models extend on the level of features in the Comfortline class by adding Vienna leather appointed upholstery with comfort sport front seats, an electronically adjustable driver’s seat, keyless access with keyless entry and starting system, 17-inch “Lancaster” alloy wheels and front fog lights with static cornering lights.

The revised Jetta range also brings with it a new flagship model, the 155kW Highline Sport model, The Highline Sport model is powered by the 155TSI petrol engine previously seen in the award-winning Mark VI Golf GTI and rides on dynamic sports suspension. Adding another dimension of sportiness to its exterior and interior appearance, the Jetta Highline Sport features aggressive 18-inch ‘Charleston’ alloy wheels, Bi-Xenon headlights with LED daytime driving lights, LED tail lights, Gearshift paddles mounted behind the leather Multi-function steering wheel and dark tinted rear side and rear window glass.

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