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Thinking of buying a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta? Consider the following review, by Rick Newman.
What's worth knowing: This sedan/wagon set suffers from the blands, but might grow on you if you spring for a few extras.
Base price: $15,995. But you'll probably want one of the more expensive trim lines; MPG range (city/highway): 23/33.
Who it's for: Pragmatists who appreciate functionality over style and enjoy Teutonic minimalism.
What's good: This no-nonsense four- or five-door offers strong driving dynamics for the money, and you can outfit it with a sunroof, nav system, leather interior and Bluetooth for less than $25,000.
What's bad: When did VeeDubs get so boring? The humdrum exterior would have been mainstream 10 or 15 years ago.
What to do: Go for a test drive, close your eyes, get in and appreciate the Jetta's inner beauty.
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Rick Newman is the Chief Business Correspondent for U.S. News & World Report and a longtime car buff. He covers corporate and consumer trends from the magazine's New York bureau. Rick is also the magazine's car reviewer and will be writing what he calls "micro-reviews" here on a regular basis, as well as writing about all things vehicular.
Follow Rick on Twitter, @rickjnewman.
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