VW Jetta and Jetta GLI

The Volkswagen Jetta is a quintessential compact car and one of the automaker's oldest nameplates. That longevity is a testament to the Jetta's impressive well-roundedness and value. It offers a comfortable and spacious cabin, nicely cushioned and supportive seats, and many desirable amenities. It's also satisfying to drive thanks to its balanced handling dynamics, smooth ride, and peppy yet efficient 1.5-liter turbo-four engine (158 horsepower/184 pound-feet of torque).

If you're seeking something even more engaging for your Bedford trails, check out the Jetta GLI. This sport-tuned variant features a potent 2.0-liter turbo-four engine (228 horsepower/258 pound-feet of torque), adaptive dampers, and an available limited-slip differential. A quick-shifting seven-speed DSG (dual-clutch automatic transmission) handles the gear changes. Or, if you prefer a more hands-on experience, you can select the six-speed manual.

The VW Jetta and Jetta GLI enter the 2025 model year with a midcycle refresh, including updated styling, more interior refinement, new wheel designs, and a newly standard 8-inch touchscreen. They also make a few features more accessible at lower trim levels, including wireless smartphone integration and a wireless charging pad.

VW Golf R

At the top of Volkswagen's hot-hatch roster is the extra-spicey VW Golf R, which turns up the thrills with a high-output 2.0-liter turbo-four, making 315 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. Heading into 2025, the Golf R drops its manual transmission option. However, the automaker makes up for it by increasing output to 328 horsepower. The VW Golf R boasts super sharp handling, surefooted traction, and a comfortable ride thanks to attributes like 4MOTION® all-wheel drive with rear torque vectoring, sport-tuned adaptive suspension, and performance tires.

The VW Golf R is offered in a single fully loaded trim level with standard amenities like three-zone automatic climate control, heated/ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and leather upholstery. It also includes advanced technologies like the VW Digital Cockpit Pro instrument cluster, a head-up display, Harman Kardon audio, IQ.DRIVE driver aids, and more.

VW ID.7

With the ID.4 enjoying widespread acclaim in its initial years, Volkswagen is looking to extend that successful EV formula into new territory with the VW ID.7. Rolling into dealerships later in 2024, this fully electric midsize car boasts a roomy and refined cabin, excellent amenities, and sophisticated style. It's satisfying to drive and impressively practical.

The 2025 ID.7 will initially launch with a single powertrain option: a rear-wheel-driving motor producing 282 horsepower and 402 pound-feet of torque. A dual-motor all-wheel-drive version will become available later in the cycle, increasing output to 335 horsepower. While Volkswagen has yet to provide specific mileage information, we expect the maximum available range of this aerodynamic liftback to exceed 300 miles.

The ID.7 offers upscale interior accommodations, ergonomic seats, and ample room for passengers in both rows. Plus, thanks to its hatchback form factor, it offers surprising practicality, with 18.8 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the second row and up to 56 cubic feet behind the first. Standard feature highlights include proximity access, heated seats, driver memory, and a 15-inch touchscreen with advanced voice recognition.

VW Taos

Volkswagen SUVs are popular for their excellent practicality, capable performance, appealing features, and bold yet refined style. The VW Taos delivers everything drivers love about a Volkswagen crossover in a smaller, more nimble package. While its size places it among subcompact crossovers, the Taos is one of the segment's larger models. It offers attractive accommodations with good passenger space, cozy seats, and modern design details. It also provides ample practicality, with 27.9 - 65.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity and standard roof rails.

The VW Taos is propelled by a perky yet efficient 1.5-liter turbo-four engine, producing 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. It's also nicely equipped across its streamlined three-trim lineup. Standard features include alloy wheels, an 8-inch VW Digital Cockpit gauge cluster, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone integration. The Taos also comes standard with IQ.DRIVE assistive technologies, including Front Assist (forward collision mitigation), Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Assist, and Active Blind Spot Monitoring.

While we don't have the details yet, Volkswagen has announced a major refresh for the 2025 VW Taos. A reveal is planned for late Q3 of 2024.

VW Atlas Cross Sport

The VW Atlas Cross Sport is a midsize crossover with a capacious cabin, assertive styling, and plentiful practicality. While three-row accommodations are common at this size, the Atlas Cross Sport forgoes the additional seatbelts in favor of generous passenger accommodations, including more than 40 inches of rear legroom. It also provides impressive storage, with 40.3 cubic feet behind the second row and up to 77.8 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.

The Atlas Cross Sport and its larger Atlas sibling recently received a significant midcycle refresh, including styling tweaks, more standard features, and upgraded performance. A new high-output 2.0-liter turbo-four (269 horsepower, 273 pound-feet of torque) is standard across the Atlas Cross Sport lineup, boasting better torque and efficiency over the previous six-cylinder option. Front-wheel drive is standard for SE and SE w/ Technology trim levels, while Volkswagen's 4MOTION® AWD system is available for those trims and standard in higher tiers.

The refreshed Atlas Cross Sport received an appreciably expanded standard features list, including many premium amenities often reserved for higher tiers. Now, even the base-model SE includes heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, V-Tex® leatherette upholstery, proximity entry, and dual-zone automatic climate control. The Atlas Cross Sport also comes standard with technologies like a 12-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, IQ.DRIVE assistive technologies, wireless device charging, and the VW Digital Cockpit Pro (10.25-inch digital instrument panel.

The 2025 Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas see a few minor updates, including upgraded 15W wireless charging and standard Light Assist. The top-tier SEL Premium R-Line gets new perforated headrest upholstery, four-way lumbar adjustment, and front-seat massage.