2023 VW Jetta GLI: Price and specs

2023 VW Jetta GLI: Price and specs
Two 2023 VW Jetta GLIs parked indoors.

The ultimate model of the Jetta sedan, the GLI will provide you with a good dose of added performance and high-end features. What are they and how much does the 2023 VW GLI cost?

Your VW Lauzon dealership in Boisbriand answers your questions and presents the 2023 Jetta GLI and its prices, and also compares it to the traditional Jetta.

2023 Jetta GLI: Technical Specifications

Engine and consumption of the GLI

The Jetta GLI is the most performant trim in the Jetta family. It offers a powertrain exclusive to this version: a 2.0 L 4- cylinder turbo, with 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. maximum torque!

Do you prefer driving automatic, or rather the control offered by a manual transmission? No matter what you like, the GLI offers both options. You can opt for a 6- speed manual transmission, or a 7- speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with Tiptronic.

You will also have access to progressive direction with variable speed for outstanding maneuverability and precision. Regardless of which transmission you choose, the 2023 GLI has combined consumption numbers of 7.9 L/100 km.

Front 3/4 view of Jetta GLI Performance parked outside.

Jetta GLI Performance Concept

Front passenger side view of the Jetta GLI Performance interior.

Jetta GLI Performance Concept

The best equipped Jetta - interior and safety features

On the inside, the 2023 Volkswagen GLI also represents the most equipped version of the whole Jetta family. Critics agree that seats are incredibly comfortable and built to spend hours at the wheel comfortably. Moreover, they are heated and ventilated at the front, for your comfort in every season!

Finally, you will have access to loads of features including, amongst other things, the IQ.Drive driver assist technologies. This includes:

  • A driver assistant
  • A lateral and rear surveillance system
  • Front assistance with emergency braking
  • Pedestrian and cyclist surveillance

You will also be able to visualize all of the driving information on the 10.25- inch digital cockpit, which is customizable. In short, the GLI is a fully equipped sedan, especially when it comes to comfort and technologies, and without forgetting the excellent performance it offers.

Jetta GLI: prices starting at $ 35,039

Do you have your heart set on this powerful Jetta version? You can find the 2023 VW GLI at a base price of $ 35,039 at your dealership.

The base price includes the manual transmission, or the automatic transmission at an extra charge. You can also customize your car by adding several options. For example, you can opt for a unique style by choosing an Oryx White Pearl or Royal Red body color, both with a contrasting black roof!

In any case, the sedan boasts a sporty look that stands out on the road and includes a level of equipment that is more than sufficient. 

The differences between the 2023 Jetta and Jetta GLI 

You have your heart set on the GLI but are still hesitating between this trim level and the regular Jetta? We tell you all you need to know about the differences between the Jetta and the GLI to help you make the right decision.

Firstly, you should know that both are high-quality models. When it comes to budget, the 2023 VW GLI will obviously be more expensive than the Jetta, given that it also offers more performance.

If you have a more limited budget, then the regular Jetta could be the one for you, with its 1.5 L turbo engine, with 158 horsepower and 184 lb-ft. maximum torque. It is also more fuel efficient, with combined consumption numbers ranging between 6.8 and 7.1 L/100 km, depending on selected version and transmission, one of the most fuel efficient cars in Canada.

The letters GLI on the side of the VW Jetta.

Jetta GLI Performance Concept

However, the powertrain is not the only mechanical difference between the two. Something else contributes to the more exciting driving experience offered by the GLI: the independent suspension on all 4 wheels and the adaptive shock absorbers which give it an incredibly smooth drive.

Finally, it also stands out with a unique style, like with red accents, including one that shoots across the radiator grille. These red accents are also found throughout the interior, like with contrasting topstitches on the seats. The sedan also boasts exclusive 18- inch Phaeton black wheels and has dual exhaust tips at the rear.

Would you like to compare it to the 2022 Jetta GLI? Check out our detailed comparison of both models offered last year.

All in all, the Jetta GLI is a sportier version, both in terms of look and powertrain. It also integrates all of the comfort features and the advanced technologies from the Jetta family. Build your own Jetta in Boisbriand, or take a look at our inventory!

The 2023 Jetta GLI’s specs

Here are the specs and prices for the 2023 VW GLI, at a glance:

Features Jetta GLI
MSRP $ 35,039
Powertrain 2.0 L 4- cylinder
Power/Torque 228 horsepower/258 lb-ft.
Transmission 6- speed manual
7- speed DSG automatic
Suspension Independent on 4 wheels
Combined consumption numbers 7.9 L/100 km
Trunk 399 liters
The Jetta GLI parked on an exterior roof with two people getting into the vehicle.

Jetta GLI