Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
Model | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
Trim | 1.4T S | 1.4T SE | 1.8T Sport | 1.8T SEL | 1.8T SEL Premium | 2.0T GLI | A4 2.0T Special Edition | A4 3.2 | S4 | RS4 |
Engines | ||||||||||
Transmissions | ||||||||||
Drivetrains | ||||||||||
Tires | ||||||||||
Audio Systems | ||||||||||
Accessories | ||||||||||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value. | ||||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | ||||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||||||
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade. | ||||||||||
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. | ||||||||||
Homelink. | ||||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||||||||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | ||||||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||||||
Automatically applies the brakes if you're about to back into the path of an oncoming car. | ||||||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | ||||||||||
Applies the brakes to a slipping drive wheel to transfer torque to the other side, simulating the effect of a limited-slip differential. We haven't identified all applications, often implied by traction control. | ||||||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||||||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||||
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | ||||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||||||
Automatically applies brakes when the car is hit to prevent it from hitting a second object. | ||||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||||||
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | ||||||||||
Cargo Management | ||||||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||||||||
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat. | ||||||||||
Sack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior. | ||||||||||
Climate Control | ||||||||||
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | ||||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||||||
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | ||||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||||||
Engine / Motor | ||||||||||
Only included if California/Northeast emissions equipment costs extra. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Exterior | ||||||||||
Close grille openings when not needed to reduce aerodynamic drag. | ||||||||||
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. | ||||||||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | ||||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||||||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | ||||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | ||||||||||
Infotainment | ||||||||||
Requires compatible Android phone. | ||||||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||||||||
Requires compatible Apple iPhone. | ||||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||||||||
Includes CD player. | ||||||||||
CD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player. | ||||||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||||||||
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port. | ||||||||||
Mirrors a phone's display on the car's infotainment display. Permits interaction with approved apps. | ||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||||||
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription. | ||||||||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | ||||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||||||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||||||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||||
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||||||
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | ||||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||||||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||||||||||
Fog light on the appropriate side turns on (and might also swivel) when the steering wheel is turned. Requires and does not include value of fog lights. | ||||||||||
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | ||||||||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | ||||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||||
All-weather floormats. | ||||||||||
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | ||||||||||
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||||||||
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | ||||||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||||
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | ||||||||||
Manually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | ||||||||||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | ||||||||||
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | ||||||||||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | ||||||||||
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim. | ||||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||||
Each damper (shock absorber) is hydraulically connected to the one at the opposite corner of the vehicle. This reduces roll and stabilizes the ride. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Transmission | ||||||||||
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch. | ||||||||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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