Toyota Corolla Hatchback vs Volkswagen Jetta (2026)
Price gap, MSRP + destination
$505
- Corolla Hatchback: 1 mpg better, 11 hp more.
- Jetta: 7.5 in more rear legroom, 33 lb-ft more torque.
- Corolla Hatchback wins 5 of 12 measures.
- Price: about the same.
| Measure | Corolla Hatchback | Jetta | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $25,775 | $25,270 | About the same |
| Horsepower | 169 hp | 158 hp | Corolla Hatchback |
| Torque | 151 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | Jetta |
| MPG combined | 35 mpg | 34 mpg | Corolla Hatchback |
| Cargo, max | 17.8 cu ft | 14.1 cu ft | Corolla Hatchback |
| Cargo, seats up | 17.8 cu ft | 14.1 cu ft | Corolla Hatchback |
| Rear legroom | 29.9 in | 37.4 in | Jetta |
| Front legroom | 42.0 in | 41.1 in | Corolla Hatchback |
| Length | 172.0 in | 185.8 in to 186.5 in | N/A |
| Width | 70.5 in | 70.8 in | Not scored |
| Curb weight | 3,150 lb | 2,998 lb | Not scored |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | About the same |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in | 5.5 in | About the same |
| 0-60 mph | 7.9 s estimate | 8.0 s estimate | About the same |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | Jetta |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| Corolla Hatchback SE FWD $24,580 | Jetta S FWD $23,995 | $585 |
| Jetta S FWD $23,995 | Corolla Hatchback SE FWD $24,580 | $585 |
Cost to run
About the same over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | Corolla Hatchback | Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $25,775 | $25,270 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,097 | $1,129 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $6,583 | $6,776 |
| Total, 6 years | $32,358 | $32,046 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: Corolla Hatchback wins.
No single weight change flips the winner.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | About the same | |
| MPG | Corolla Hatchback | 3% |
| Power | Corolla Hatchback | 7% |
| Space | Corolla Hatchback | 21% |
| Towing | N/A |
Other years
What this cannot tell you
Your price and mpg will differ.
Reliability and safety are not included.
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