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For drivers in search of a compact sedan with comprehensive value and great specs, the Volkswagen Jetta is a top choice, and comparing the 2025 VW Jetta vs. Honda Civic is a natural step in learning about its winning virtues. The Jetta has received a redesign for 2025 and now dominates even further. See the details in our guide below, then visit Gunther Volkswagen Fort Lauderdale to experience the new Jetta in person.
A key component of the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta vs. Honda Civic comparison is that the Jetta has a noticeably lower starting price and more advanced standard features across all equivalent trims.
In the base trims, the Jetta S vs. Civic LX, the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta interior has an 8-inch digital gauge cluster and a Blind-Spot Monitor as standard, while the Civic has a 7-inch digital gauge cluster and lacks a Blind-Spot Monitor. The Jetta S also has a leather-wrapped steering wheel and Pedestrian Monitoring for its Forward Collision Warning. Only the upgraded 2025 Honda Civic interior has a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and none of the 2025 Civic sedans have Pedestrian Monitoring. This was also the case for the 2024 Jetta vs. Civic interiors.
The Civic LX also has a standard touchscreen that’s a full inch smaller than that of the Jetta S. On top of that, the Jetta offers App-Connect with Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ vs. the Civic LX sedan’s standalone Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ features, and it continues to lead with technologies like standard dual-zone automatic climate control. The pre-redesign 2024 VW Jetta carried similar advantages, making even a used Jetta more advanced and value-packed than the 2025 Civic.
There are more 2025 VW Jetta vs. Honda Civic features to evaluate as you perform a Jetta trim level comparison and pit the top trim of each model’s lineup against each other. In this case, both the Jetta and Civic will come with leather upholstery and power driver’s seats, but while the top-tier Jetta will impress with heated and ventilated front seats plus heated rear outboard seats, the Civic will be limited to just heated front seats.
The 2025 VW Jetta vs. Honda Civic comparison is clear: The new Jetta interior has better standard features for a better starting price.
| 2025 VW Jetta S | 2025 Honda Civic LX | |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Gauge Cluster | 8 in (Volkswagen Digital Cockpit) | 7 in |
| Infotainment Touchscreen Size | 8 in | 7 in |
| Smartphone Integration | App-Connect w/ Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ | Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | Standard | Not Available |
| Blind-Spot Monitor | Standard | Not Available |
| Pedestrian Monitoring | Standard | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Standard |
Starting off the Volkswagen Jetta vs. Honda Civic performance battle, we see that both sedans make around 150 horsepower, but the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta engine makes 184 pound-feet of torque vs. the dreary 133 pound-feet of the 2025 Honda Civic engine.
When Car and Driver tested the Jetta, they reported a “nice blend of ride quality and handling”1 and a 0-60 mph time of 7.1 seconds.1 The Civic has a popular Sport trim level (so does the Jetta), but in Car and Driver testing, this configuration still returned a slower 8.9-second 0-60 mph time.2 Regardless of whether you choose a Jetta or Civic, FWD is the defining drivetrain, and both models use a variation of an automatic transmission.
The Civic Si, however, can get a manual transmission, and so can the Jetta GLI. In this high-performance 2025 VW Jetta vs. Honda Civic comparison, we see that the Civic Si makes 200 horsepower and has a 6.6-second 0-60 mph time,3 while the new Jetta GLI for sale has 228 horsepower and a much faster 5.6-second 0-60 mph time.4
As for how the 2025 Honda Civic MPG ratings compare to the Jetta, the Jetta Sport configuration provides an EPA-estimated 40 MPG Highway,5 while the equivalent Civic model, the much-slower Civic Sport, provides an EPA-estimated 39 MPG Highway.6 Being faster and more efficient is a winning combination through and through. The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta MPG rating also combines with a 12.8-gallon gas tank, letting it go further than the Civic sedan and its 12.4-gallon tank.
The Jetta has a slightly smaller turning diameter of 36 feet vs. the Civic sedan’s 36.1-foot turning diameter. Once again, the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta specs ride to victory, and they continue to do so in other sedan comparisons, like the Jetta vs. Corolla showdown.
The new VW Jetta and Honda Civic are similarly sized sedans. The Jetta sedan’s wheelbase is 2 inches shorter than the Civic sedan’s wheelbase, providing a more agile drive. Body-wise, the Jetta is 1.7 inches longer than the Civic and within 0.1 inches in width. Similar differences can be found in the 2024 VW Jetta vs. Honda Civic size comparison, too.
Rounding things off, both the 2025 Honda Civic specs and our 2025 VW Jetta lease deals include a five-person seating capacity and over 14 cubic feet of trunk space.
The 2025 VW Jetta vs. Honda Civic warranty coverage battle is an easy win for the Jetta – it offers a four-year/50,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty.7 You can find this coverage on every model as you shop VW sedans. The 2025 Civic, meanwhile, offers a shorter three-year/36,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty.8
When you compare the Jetta against the Civic in all the categories that matter, it wins time and again. Even used models can provide the modern amenities you seek, as evident in the Jetta vs. Passat comparison. To see more details, head over to Gunther Volkswagen Fort Lauderdale and explore the VW lineup in person.
The Volkswagen Jetta sedan is comparable to the Honda Civic sedan, since both models are compact sedans with a focus on affordability and fuel efficiency. However, the Jetta offers more power and value; it has a lower starting MSRP than the Civic yet still exceeds it for standard features, including a Blind-Spot Monitor and a larger digital gauge cluster.
According to Car and Driver, the VW Jetta has a “nice blend of ride quality and handling,”1 and while they said that the Civic has a “well-balanced ride,”2 they did not make any mention of “ride quality.” Plus, the Jetta has a tighter turning diameter and a shorter wheelbase than the Civic, which can equate to better, sharper handling.
Comparing the Jetta vs. Civic in their Sport configurations with a full tank of gas, we see that the Jetta has a 12.8-gallon gas tank and an EPA-estimated 40 MPG (Highway),5 while the Civic has a 12.4-gallon gas tank and an EPA-estimated 39 MPG (Highway).6 This equates to 512 miles for the Jetta9 and 483.6 miles for the Civic.9
The VW Jetta and Honda Civic have comparable costs of ownership and are both affordable to own. However, the Jetta provides more confidence thanks to its four-year/50,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty,7 which is longer than the Civic sedan’s three-year/36,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty.8 For a truly affordable-to-own sedan, choose the Jetta.
1This information is not verified by the official manufacturer and shall serve solely as unofficial general information. For details, visit: https://www.caranddriver.com/volkswagen/jetta.
2This information is not verified by the official manufacturer and shall serve solely as unofficial general information. For details, visit:https://www.caranddriver.com/honda/civic.
3This information is not verified by the official manufacturer and shall serve solely as unofficial general information. For details, visit: https://www.caranddriver.com/honda/civic-si.
4This information is not verified by the official manufacturer and shall serve solely as unofficial general information. For details, visit: https://www.caranddriver.com/volkswagen/jetta-gli.
540 highway mpg (2025 Jetta Sport, 1.5L turbo engine, 8-speed automatic). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.
6Based on 2025 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, and other factors.
74 years/50,000 miles (whichever occurs first) New Vehicle Limited Warranty on all MY20 and newer vehicles. See owner’s literature or dealer for warranty exclusions and limitations.
8Warranties listed on this web page shall not be solely relied upon. Warranties may be subject to specific terms, restrictions, exclusions, and fees. Additional warranty information may be obtained by visiting the official website of the warranty provider. Contact our dealership for complete details.
9Estimated ranges provided are subject to variation based on factors such as fuel levels, driving habits, road conditions, and individual vehicle performance. These estimates should be used for comparison purposes only and shall not be solely relied upon.
