The Volkswagen Jetta and Golf models are priced competitively with their rivalsfrom Japan. These cars are a little like Kellogg's Corn Flakes--many people have forgotten about their basic goodness. Unlike corn flakes, however, they have matured and are better equipped to hold their own against other compact cars. A Jetta GL or GLS or a Golf GL is a good buy that delivers comfort and confidence-inspiring performance balanced with economy, plus a sense of no-nonsense German engineering. The Jetta GLX and the Golf GTI remain great cars for the driving enthusiast with their taut suspension, while the more powerful VR6 engine is available for those who need rapid acceleration and agile handling. After all, some of us are drivers.
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