Jetta VS5: Manual or Automatic Transmission?
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Jetta VS5 offers a total of 5 models, with both the Base and Comfort trims available in manual and automatic transmission options. The differences between these two transmission types in terms of configuration are minimal, so the choice between manual or automatic should be based on personal driving preferences. More details about the Jetta VS5 are as follows: 1. The Jetta VS5 is powered by Volkswagen's EA211 1.4-liter turbocharged engine, which delivers a maximum power of 110 kW and a peak torque of 250 Nm. 2. The Jetta VS5 is a compact SUV built on Volkswagen's MQB A1 platform, with dimensions of 4419 mm in length, 1841 mm in width, and 1616 mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2630 mm.
I've been driving for fifteen years and have owned several cars. The automatic transmission of the Jetta VS5 is really convenient for city driving. With a manual transmission, my left leg would get sore from pressing the clutch in traffic, but with an automatic, I just need to step on the gas pedal lightly, and the steering is smooth too. The VS5 is positioned as a family SUV, and its automatic transmission is well-matched, with fuel consumption not much higher than a manual, making it more worry-free in the long run. Besides, with the fast pace of city life nowadays, an automatic transmission frees up mental energy, making it suitable for daily commutes or family errands. Although manual transmissions are cheaper by ten or twenty thousand, maintaining them can be more costly due to clutch wear. Driving safety is also important—automatic transmissions reduce the distraction of shifting gears, making nighttime driving more reassuring. Considering both comfort and practicality, choosing an automatic is the wiser decision.
