Choosing The Right Volkswagen For You | Cincinnati, OH
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Joseph Volkswagen of Cincinnati sells a wide range of vehicles for drivers in the tri-state area and Ohio River region. Our automotive brand produces cars, crossovers, and SUVs for suburban and urban lifestyles like yours in the greater Cincinnati metro area. Here are some important factors to consider when deciding which Volkswagen model at our dealership is the best fit for you.
Powertrain: gasoline or electric
Here’s a decision that more and more car buyers are having to make every year: Do you want to drive a traditional gas-powered car or one that runs on rechargeable electric energy? Like most automakers, Volkswagen is moving from fossil fuels toward renewable energy solutions by creating vehicles that run entirely on rechargeable batteries — like your cell phone!
Do you want to drive a gas-free vehicle? If you do, choose the ID.4, ID.Buzz, or other future model in the ID lineup. You’ll save lots of money on gas fill-ups by recharging it overnight at home after your commute. Plus, with many populated metro areas within 2-3 hours of Cincinnati, there are many public recharging kiosks at restaurants, offices, hotels, and public stations when you’re away from home.
Passengers and cargo space
Consider how many people will ride in your vehicle. Is it just you and a friend or partner? Do you have a child? Or do you have two or three children plus occasional extended family? That will determine how many rows of seats and passenger space you will require.
Most Volkswagen sedans and crossovers can comfortably seat four people. Some rear seats — like the Arteon and Atlas Cross Sport — can accommodate an added baby seat or trio of young passengers. But, if your crew consists of five to seven people on a regular basis, you’ll want to opt for the three-row Volkswagen Atlas SUV.
On the other end of the spectrum, if you typically only drive by yourself or with a companion, the compact Golf R or Golf GTI pose no problem with their small rear seats and limited cargo space.
Strength vs. efficiency
Some Volkswagen models deliver robust performance and finely tuned driving dynamics while others lean toward fuel-conserving restraint. Adrenaline junkies will love the turbocharged direct-injection TSI® engine and track-ready handling of the Golf GTI, Golf R, and Jetta GLI. The much larger Atlas Cross Sport is also light on its feet thanks to its large 3.6-liter V6 engine.
Prefer to minimize your trips to the gas station? The regular Jetta is the most fuel-efficient model in the current VW lineup — apart from the gas-free ID models — and averages 42 mpg on the highway with its manual transmission and gentle motor.[1] The Taos crossover is close behind, with comparable rates in stop-and-go traffic and 36 mpg on highways.[2]
Luxury vs. affordability
How much money are you willing to spend on a Volkswagen to get the features you desire most? Most new Volkswagen models carry an MSRP that ranges from the low $20,000s to over $45,000, and their prices reflect their opulence.[3]
Shoppers in Cincinnati who want an executive car with leather seats, lots of innovative technology, and premium materials will enjoy the top-of-the-line VW Arteon or Golf R. On the other hand, buyers on a tight budget will favor the simplicity and practicality of the low-priced Jetta and Taos.
A safe ride
On the whole, you can trust the safety and reliability of any Volkswagen model. That’s because the automaker has proven itself year after year with stellar safety ratings from the IIHS and NHTSA. Plus, VW offers many standard and optional driving assistance features on newer models, which help to avoid and lessen collisions from being as life-threating.
The ID.4 EV, full-size Atlas SUV, and compact Tiguan crossover are stellar among their peers, receiving Top Safety Pick+ designations and proving resilient in the toughest crash tests.
As you narrow down your candidates for your next vehicle purchase, come to Joseph Volkswagen of Cincinnati. We’ll gladly show you more about the differences between new and used Volkswagen models that we have for sale.
[1] 29 city/42 highway mpg (2023 Jetta 1.5L, 6-speed manual transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.
[2] 28 city/36 highway mpg (2023 Taos 1.5L, 8-speed automatic transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.
[3] Price excludes transportation, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.