Used 2024 Volkswagen Jetta GLI for Sale near Alberta

Summary

• With 77 currently listed for sale and an average price of $30,381 CAD, 29.9% of 2024 Volkswagen Jetta GLIs for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4.5 / 5 stars.

• 100.0% of 2024 Jetta GLI models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta GLI stands out because it keeps the GLI formula focused on performance, practicality, and value. Volkswagen’s sport sedan pairs a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, a six-speed manual transmission as standard, and a seven-speed dual clutch transmission as an option. It also adds sports suspension, a roughly one-centimetre lower ride height, a limited slip differential, bigger brakes, and more aggressive exterior styling than the standard Jetta. Inside, it comes with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, and a leather-wrapped, flat-bottom steering wheel.

For 2024, Volkswagen marked 40 years of the GLI with a 40th Anniversary Edition that adds minor trim changes and extra badges inside and out. At the same time, IQ.Drive became standard for all automatic models, bringing features such as Travel Assist, which can help steer, accelerate, and brake at highway speeds. The Jetta GLI also comes well equipped with safety technology, including blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. That mix of equipment and driver involvement makes it appealing to buyers who want a compact sedan that feels more special than the average commuter car.

The trade-offs are worth noting. The cabin uses hard plastics throughout, which underlines the cost-cutting Volkswagen applied inside. The Jetta GLI also has a less-than-stellar reputation for reliability and is more expensive to maintain than Japanese or domestic rivals. Even so, its combination of everyday usability, strong performance, and manual-transmission availability gives it a distinctive place in the market.

Other model years to consider

• 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

  • Average price: $33,391 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 28.6%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 63

• 2023 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

  • Average price: $28,433 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 25.9%
  • Total listings: 58

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 7, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.