Granta I vs Jetta VI: which is better?
Lada Granta I (2011–2018) vs Volkswagen Jetta VI (2010–2019): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Lada Granta I
Volkswagen Jetta VISpecifications
| Lada Granta I | Volkswagen Jetta VI | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2011–2018 | 2010–2019 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.6 8V | 1.6 |
| Power, up to | 90 hp | 105 hp |
| Torque, up to | 143 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 260 mm | 4 659 mm |
| Width | 1 700 mm | 1 778 mm |
| Height | 1 500 mm | 1 482 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 476 mm | 2 651 mm |
| Ground clearance | 180 mm | — |
| Fuel tank | 50 L | 55 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 13 675 ₸ | ≈ 13 675 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Lada Granta I
Pros
- Local assembly: Russia
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine VAZ (1.5–1.6): timing belt failure: bends valves on some engines
- Modest power: up to 90 hp
Engine (VAZ (1.5–1.6)): timing belt snapping: bends valves on some engines; sensor and thermostat failures; valve cover leak.
Volkswagen Jetta VI
Pros
- Japanese Aisin automatic
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine VW 1.6 MPI (CFNA, CWVA): cold piston slap
- Gearbox Aisin 09G (VW 6-speed automatic): harsh 2–3 and 3–4 shifts
Engine (VW 1.6 MPI (CFNA, CWVA)): piston slap when cold; oil consumption on early engines.
Gearbox (Aisin 09G (VW 6-speed automatic)): shocks on 2–3 and 3–4 shifts; valve body and solenoid wear.
Which one to choose
- Jetta VI — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Granta I or Jetta VI?
Granta I: up to 90 hp, Jetta VI: up to 105 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Granta I — about 13 675 ₸, Jetta VI — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.