2025 Volkswagen Jetta vs 2025 Honda Civic

What’s Powering Your Ride?

Both the Jetta and Civic offer impressive numbers when it comes to fuel economy. With an estimated EPA of over 30 mpg in the city, you can bypass more gas stations. Both models hit an EPA of 41 mpg on the highway. Since the Jetta has a larger fuel tank at 13.2 gallons, you can reduce the number of stops you make on a long trip. The 2025 VW Jetta features a 1.5L four-cylinder turbocharged engine, which provides up to 158 horsepower over the 150 horsepower 2.0L four-cylinder engine of the Honda Civic. You’ll also get 184 lb.-ft of torque compared to Civic’s 133 lb.-ft.

Which Offers Better Safety?

Volkswagen and Honda keep up with the latest in safety technology. Both the Jetta and Civic incudes brake assist and automatic braking on all trims. Each model features a backup camera, traction control, and stability control. Only the VW Jetta includes blind spot monitoring as standard on all trims, which helps you know when it’s safe to switch lanes. You’ll feel more protected with the Volkswagen warranty, which lasts four years or 50,000 miles compared to three years or 36,000 miles for the Honda model.

Compare Practical Features

Both the Volkswagen Jetta and Honda Civic are loaded with practical features for your everyday journeys. They include all the basics you would expect, such as power windows and doors, keyless entry, steering wheel controls, and cruise control. Only the VW model features heated mirrors on the base trim though both models make it standard on higher trim levels. Honda includes auto climate control to keep your cabin temperature where you want it regardless of outside temperatures. VW takes it a step further with dual-zone climate control where the front passenger and driver can set different temperatures.

Which Has More to Offer?

As you move up to the highest trim levels, you’ll notice that both models are loaded with features. However, only the 2025 VW Jetta includes Remote Engine Start on the highest trim. This trim also comes with a power moonroof and heated mirrors with memory, which aren’t available on the Civic. Both models do include LED headlamps and auto on/off lights on their top trims. Honda has premium synthetic material for the top trim while VW provides leather with lumbar support and heated front seats with multiple heat settings and multi-level cooled front seats. You also get a memory system to retain your settings in case someone else makes adjustments when they drive.