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Mitsubishi Lancer vs Volkswagen Jetta

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2017 Mitsubishi Lancer

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2027 Volkswagen Jetta

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Overview

SpecMitsubishi LancerESVolkswagen JettaS
Selected trimESS
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20172027

Pricing & market

SpecMitsubishi LancerESVolkswagen JettaS
MSRP$17,795 (best)$23,995
Lowest listing price—$14,199 (best)
Median listing price—$17,398 (best)
Highest listing price—$20,575 (best)
For sale now03 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMitsubishi LancerESVolkswagen JettaS
Combined MPG28 MPG34 MPG (best)
City MPG24 MPG29 MPG (best)
Highway MPG33 MPG40 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.5 gal (best)12.8 gal

Performance

SpecMitsubishi LancerESVolkswagen JettaS
Horsepower148 hp158 hp (best)
Torque145 lb-ft184 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L (best)1.5 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMitsubishi LancerESVolkswagen JettaS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume12.3 cu ft14.1 cu ft (best)
Payload1,081 lbs (best)915 lbs
Curb weight2,888 lbs (best)2,998 lbs
Ground clearance5.5 in5.5 in
Wheelbase103.7 in105.7 in (best)
Length182.1 in186.5 in (best)
Width69.4 in70.8 in (best)
Height58.3 in (best)57.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMitsubishi LancerESVolkswagen JettaS
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)3 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimMitsubishi LancerVolkswagen Jetta
1

ES

$17,795 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$23,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

ES

$18,795 MSRP

Sport

$25,395 MSRP

3

ES

$20,295 MSRP

SE

$26,995 MSRP

4

SE

$21,095 MSRP

SEL

$29,995 MSRP

5

SEL

$22,095 MSRP

Autobahn

$33,795 MSRP

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Mitsubishi Lancer vs Volkswagen Jetta FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer or 2027 Volkswagen Jetta?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer vs 2027 Volkswagen Jetta on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer or 2027 Volkswagen Jetta?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer starts lower at $17,795. Live Volkswagen Jetta listings start at $14,199.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer or 2027 Volkswagen Jetta?
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,795).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer or 2027 Volkswagen Jetta?
The 2027 Volkswagen Jetta leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (34).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer or 2027 Volkswagen Jetta?
The 2027 Volkswagen Jetta leads on horsepower in this comparison (228).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer vs 2027 Volkswagen Jetta?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer (4/5 NHTSA overall).