How to Choose Between Santana and Jetta?

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DiNathan
07/28/25 9:55pm
The air vents of the new Santana are rectangular, while those of the Jetta are circular. Other changes are minor and not worth delving into. The new Jetta has slightly better configurations, but these are very minor and do not involve substantial changes in features.
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OMichael
08/12/25 2:29am
Old Li from the car repair shop downstairs has shared a lot of experience with me. When buying a car, you need to consider practicality and maintenance costs. I've driven both the Santana and Jetta, and the Santana does have more rear legroom, making it easier to fit two extra suitcases when going out with the wife and kids. However, the Jetta's advantage lies in its fuel efficiency. I once drove 600 kilometers on a full tank, and for city commuting, it saves me about 80 to 100 yuan a month compared to the Santana. In terms of repairs, parts for both are cheap, but the Jetta has higher ground clearance, so it scrapes the undercarriage less on bumpy village roads. If I had to recommend, I'd say choose the Santana for long-distance comfort, but if it's just for daily commuting, the Jetta is more cost-effective. Remember to pay special attention to the lumbar support during the test drive—lasting comfort on long drives is the real deal.
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