Saturn ION Saturn ION 2007 Volkswagen Jetta Volkswagen Jetta 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Saturn ION vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Saturn ION vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $17,474

Saturn ION 3   
Difference: $8,516

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,344

Saturn ION 3   
Difference: $8,577

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072012
ModelIONJetta
Trim3GLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,700 $23,745
Base Invoice $13,745 $22,795
Enhanced Performance Package 995  
CD changer, in-dash 240  
Floor mats 80  
Satellite radio 199  
Side curtain airbags 395  
Rear spoiler 275 375
6-speed automated manual   1,100
Enhanced Performance Package 915  
CD changer, in-dash 221  
Floor mats 74  
Satellite radio 183  
Side curtain airbags 363  
Rear spoiler 253 300
6-speed automated manual   1,056
Options (change) 2,184 1,475
Options (change) 2,009 1,356
Destination 590 770
Total Price $17,474 $25,990
Total Invoice $16,344 $24,921

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Saturn ION dealer quotes or Volkswagen Jetta dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Saturn ION vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Saturn ION 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,736
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,911
Model Year20072012
ModelIONJetta
Trim3GLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine175hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM5S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/34 MPG24/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/45-17
Total Price$17,474$25,990
Adjustments for Features0-2,780
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,474$23,210
Total Invoice$16,344$24,921
Adjustments for Features0-2,666
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,344$22,255

Return to top

Features Comparison: Saturn ION vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20072012
ModelIONJetta
Trim3GLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Outside temperature display $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$845$3,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,780
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,666

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Saturn ION vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20072012
ModelIONJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.2 in104.4 in
Length184.5 in182.2 in
Width67.2 in70.0 in
Height57.4 in57.2 in
Curb Weight2,752 lb.3,157 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.7 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room49.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.0 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.3 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume14.7 ft315.5 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Saturn ION 3

Enhanced Performance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
175 hp@6200
164 lb-ft@4800
1000Yes
Total Requested1750100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Coupes.
See TrueDelta's information for all Saturn models.