 This is our 4th VW. The Jetta is our first "new" VW. It handles beautifully and has enough power to get into traffic.  Test drove a Corolla and Camry the same day we tested the Jetta and the Jetta won hands down just due to the fun factor.  Only problem so far is the door latch on the drivers door catching, and the outside temp gauge.  It uses a little more gas than we expected, but the alternative wouldn't be much fun to drive.  The sport shift is great.