Torque Diesel? Fuel consumption? three-box Compact sheetmetal? You only have two non-premium choice in the US: .. The Chevrolet Cruze and this, the Volkswagen Jetta TDI
This is a serious shortage of variety
Even after the expansion body style and size limits for midsize sedans, hatchbacks and cuts, which still has two brands offering up all diesel cars available in the non-premium support . More importantly, Volkswagen has integrated itself into the collective consciousness of diesel and Chevrolet is not even a blip on the radar. You have to actively think of diesel options now before you remember the Cruze exist.
diesel VW partnership rooted and more affordable cost ignition by compression of the input from the Jetta Cruze shows in the sales numbers. The Jetta TDI outsells Cruze 2.0TD more than 5 to 1. In fact, GM sells so few diesel Cruze, an employee of the California DMV is more likely to register a new e-Golf - yes, the all-electric VW Golf that wasn 't even on sale last year -. or compliance California Fiat 500e a diesel Cruze
So when he just arrived and drive to carry compact diesel saloon, it there's only one real option. But do make one purchase worth Jetta?
Tester
2015 Volkswagen Jetta TDI SEL [ US] / Highline [ Canada]
engine 2.0L DOHC I4 turbodiesel w / intercooler, direct injection (150 hp @ 3500 -4000 rpm, 236 lb.-ft. @ 1750-3000 rpm)
Transmission: automatic 6-speed DSG with Tiptronic
fuel economy (Note, MPG) 31 city / 46 highway / 36 combined
fuel economy (observed MPG) 42 mpg, ca. . 60% on the highway
Options: Technology Package (Canada, similar to using the driver Package and lighting in the United States)
As Tested (US): $ 30,020 (leaf)
As Tested (Canada): $ 33,80 (leaf)
After four years of taking his shots during the sixth generation decontented Jetta, Volkswagen said they have had enough and will not be telephoned more . For 2015, the Jetta receives improvements laundry list as part of a refresh mid-cycle - if you would not know it to look at the place of the compact sedan in the face. While it may be cliché, it is what is inside the Jetta that counts.
First, the Jetta gets a new version of the ubiquitous 2.0L I4 TDI, now pumping out 150 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque, up 10 hp last year. Even with the slight increase in power, the new engine will stretch further than before a diesel tank, now estimated at 36 mpg combined pre-refresh against 34 mpg. This particular tester in the same exact Jetta our expert sales resident Tim Cain tested in March returned a brilliant 42 mpg in my hands. Tim did even better at 44.4 mpg, albeit probably to the house of Mr. Cain is located in a suburban area compared to my more urban excavations.
Although fuel economy and torque are key with diesels, I would have given a bit of both - or both - for better handling. The Jetta has refused to wake up when given a moderate application of gas from a standing start. Yes, it's a diesel. I understood. However, even during several attempts to compensate for the lack of gumption Jetta giving more the only pedal it resulted in quite embarrassing launches that caused my passenger to the question of my chosen profession. In the space of a week, I did eventually find a balance, but it was temperamental at best and does not inspire much confidence as I was trying to navigate intersections with heavy traffic cross.
on the other hand, changes of the automatic DSG 6-speed was as clear as could be expected and completely devoid of commitments sudden felt in automatics ZF-sourced equipped found in some Chrysler and Land Rover products. Also, since CVT is not part of the lexicon Volkswagen in North America, we must not listen to the hollow, the shiftless version of the drone of the diesel four-cylinder.
Tour fair rates with road imperfections exacerbated by 17-inch wheels and rubber sidewalled thin quality. However, thanks to upgrades of suspension in recent years, the Jetta is at least a better manager than previously. While you're not about to start another Jetta TDI Cup with the last batch of sixth generation of sedans, it could actually be called fun to drive, even though it felt a bit heavy in turns.
What was not fun was the brakes. Although it was just that particular tester, the first inch or so of pedal travel was soft and lacking any kind of commitment. It was not the first diesel VW I knew charge of spongy brake pedal syndrome, but I can not really explain or find a cause. It was easily rectified by anything that gives him more the pedal and I never felt unsafe not to stop.
Just like driving dynamics of the Jetta, the interior is a mixed bag. While all materials in this high spec model were of a much higher caliber than those of just a few years back, there were still glaring gaps.
First, the infotainment system was a bust. If you really like a search sharp display of 7 inches or 8 sitting proudly in the dashboard, look elsewhere. The Jetta has nuthin 'for you. Even with the USB ports. Not one to be found in the VW. And before you say, "But VW said they will put them in next year!" You just proved my point -. Wait until next year because 2015 does not cut
on the other hand, the roof equipped Jetta surprises me a very important way: I had the room head. At 6 feet 1, I'm not a giant, but I'm far from short and can greatly appreciate the free space in cars equipped with sunroofs. Yes, I put my seat all the way to the floor when I can, but some cars still encroaches my airspace in the same seating configuration. Also, having my butt on the floor was not the only position where I felt comfortable. I find no fewer than three positions of seats / steering wheels of different where I felt comfortable. If there is one thing this car was, it was adjustability for drivers of all shapes and sizes.
Speaking of forms, the Jetta still rocking a classic notchback look that is slowly disappearing in the compact segment. Like most competitors are chasing VW sloping roofs and beltlines higher, Volkswagen is content with his cautious approach. This is not a bad decision. Critics were quick to point out the Jetta is a bit dull looking, but I think this is by design, literally and figuratively. I challenge you to point to one of the previous Jetta drawings and say they have not aged gracefully. Jettas individual in the real world, well, that's another story.
Is the Cruze offers anything to justify the need to hunt one down against only showing at any VW dealer and signing on the dotted line as for TDI? Nope. You have even more options with the Jetta, even a manual transmission if you wish.
This does not mean you have to buy the TDI. The 1.8 TSI now is the best choice for the agnostic fuel. However, if you are dead set on an oil burner is the only viable option compact sedan, for better or worse
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