Volkswagen Jetta vs Honda Accord
Overview | |
MSRP$20,655 | MSRP$27,295 |
Listings9509 | Listings9232 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe popularity of sedans such as the Jetta might have tumbled as buyers flock to big SUVs and even bigger pickups, but there's still plenty to like about VW's family car. The base 1.5-litre gas engine's 158 horsepower is plenty for a front-drive family car, and can be paired with either manual or automatic transmission. And for those who get a kick from driving, there's the sportier Jetta GLI with retuned suspension and a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine pumping out 228 horsepower. All 2023 Jettas feature a pleasant if not very exciting interior design. To make it as smart as possible, we recommend going for SEL trim or above to get VW's upgraded 10.25-inch digital dials and an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen. | |
Reviews SummaryIt’s true the 2023 Honda Accord doesn’t have all-wheel drive, a third-row seat, a big cargo area you can pack to the roof, or styling that suggests you live an adventurous lifestyle. If you want those things, spend thousands of dollars more for the Honda Pilot, which is less dynamic to drive and more expensive to own and operate. But, if you don’t need (or want) those things, consider the 11th generation 2023 Accord, which remains an excellent, if comparatively expensive, example of the traditional four-door family car. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 158 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 192 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower192 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City31 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway41 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 158 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 192 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque192 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower192 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City31 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway41 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.1 cu ft | Cargo Space16.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight2989 lbs | Curb Weight3239 lbs |
Height57.7 in | Height57.1 in |
Length186.5 in | Length195.7 in |
Width80.2 in | Width73.3 in |
Wheelbase105.7 in | Wheelbase111.4 in |
Maximum Payload1080 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $20,655 | $27,295 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The popularity of sedans such as the Jetta might have tumbled as buyers flock to big SUVs and even bigger pickups, but there's still plenty to like about VW's family car. The base 1.5-litre gas engine's 158 horsepower is plenty for a front-drive family car, and can be paired with either manual or automatic transmission. And for those who get a kick from driving, there's the sportier Jetta GLI with retuned suspension and a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine pumping out 228 horsepower. All 2023 Jettas feature a pleasant if not very exciting interior design. To make it as smart as possible, we recommend going for SEL trim or above to get VW's upgraded 10.25-inch digital dials and an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen. | It’s true the 2023 Honda Accord doesn’t have all-wheel drive, a third-row seat, a big cargo area you can pack to the roof, or styling that suggests you live an adventurous lifestyle. If you want those things, spend thousands of dollars more for the Honda Pilot, which is less dynamic to drive and more expensive to own and operate. But, if you don’t need (or want) those things, consider the 11th generation 2023 Accord, which remains an excellent, if comparatively expensive, example of the traditional four-door family car. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 158 hp I4 | 1.5L 192 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 192 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 31 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 41 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 158 hp I4 | 1.5L 192 hp I4 |
Torque | 192 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | |
Horsepower | 192 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 31 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 41 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.1 cu ft | 16.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2989 lbs | 3239 lbs |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.1 in |
Length | 186.5 in | 195.7 in |
Width | 80.2 in | 73.3 in |
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 111.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1080 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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