Has the Jetta VS5 been discontinued?
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Jetta VS5 has not been discontinued; only the 2020 model has been phased out. The reasons for the lagging sales of Jetta VS5 are as follows: 1. Insufficient brand influence: Although Jetta is backed by Volkswagen and the Jetta model itself is a well-known Volkswagen model, the Jetta brand was only launched in 2019. Public perception of it remains limited to the impression of 'Volkswagen's low-end brand.' 2. Strong competition from domestic brands: The progress of domestic car brands is evident. While Jetta VS5 benefits from its joint venture halo, for consumers in this price range, practicality and cost-performance ratio are the most important factors. These are precisely the strengths of domestic models in this price segment. The top-end version of Jetta VS5 can easily be matched by the Haval H6, which offers better body size and configuration, making the product strength of Jetta VS5 less prominent. 3. Cheap driving feel: Despite Volkswagen Group's technical backing, the Jetta brand is positioned as low-end, utilizing only the manufacturing processes of Volkswagen's entry-level models for its major components and production techniques. The driving feel of Jetta VS5 is even inferior to Volkswagen's low-end models, especially in terms of noise insulation. Jetta VS5 performs poorly in this aspect, with noticeable engine and wind noise.