Gone is the old, antique 2.0-liter engine, replaced by an all-new 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. The two-point-slow jokes can finally end, as the Jetta has a proper base engine.

The same efficiency gains can be seen when opting for a Jetta 1.4 TSI with the optional six-speed automatic gearbox, rated at 8.5 L/100 km in the city, 6.0 on the highway, whereas the old 2.0 ...

There is a popular Internet meme about the old Volkswagen 1.8T ... the Kia and Mazda turned in 16.2 seconds at 86.3 mph and 16.4 seconds at 86.4 mph respectively. The force-fed Jetta ran 15.5 ...

Steering is yet another area where it’s out with the old, in with the new. The regular Jetta uses a fixed rack and pinion system with a 13.4:1 steering ratio.

Say goodbye to the old, naturally aspirated 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that still powers base versions of the Volkswagen Jetta, and hello to a new 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that ...

I don't necessarily think I'll be making any really radical observations here, and this is more an encapsulation of observations that I've had rattling around my head every time a Mark 4 Jetta ...