2023 Jetta GLI Exterior

The Jetta GLI has always been a more mature prospect than the Golf GTI, and that hasn't changed despite VW's latest styling updates. The sedan was the recipient of new bumpers and fresh wheel designs for the 2022 model year. These haven't drastically changed the car's appearance, but it's certainly sportier than less powerful Jetta models. The GLI gets a honeycomb grille treatment with the characteristic red line running through it. LED projector headlights, a power panoramic sunroof, and 18-inch machined alloy wheels are all standard. VW will add a rear spoiler to the back if you wish. No remotely sporty car seems complete without an optional Black package these days and the GLI is no different; this pack will darken the wheels, roof, and mirror caps.

2023 Jetta GLI Exterior Photos

Dimensions

The Jetta GLI is both longer and taller than the latest Honda Civic, but both cars are around the same width. The VW's dimensions include a length of 186.9 inches, a width of 70.8 inches, a height of 57.9 inches, and a wheelbase stretching to 105.6 inches. At 3,272 pounds, the Jetta GLI manual is well over 300 lbs heavier than base Honda Civic Si. With the automatic transmission, the GLI's weight increases to 3,355 lbs.

2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Exterior Dimensions:

Volkswagen Jetta GLI TrimsAutobahn
Max Width70.8 in.
Length186.9 in.
Height57.9 in.
Wheelbase105.6 in.


2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Weight Information:

Volkswagen Jetta GLI TrimsCurb Weight
Autobahn3,272 - 3,355 lbs.


2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Tires:

Front TireP225/45HR18
Rear TireP225/45HR18
Spare TireCompact


2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Wheels:

Wheels TypeAluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size18" x 7.5"


Exterior Colors

There aren't many colors available for the VW Jetta GLI, with your choices being Kings Red Metallic ($395), Rising Blue Metallic, Deep Black Pearl, Pure Gray ($395), and Pure White. Kings Red Metallic can also be paired with a roof in Deep Black Pearl, but that means specifiying the Black Package for another $595. Pure Gray and Pure White can also be paired with the Black Package in this way, an upgrade that also adds a black spoiler and black mirror caps.