I had high expectations going into my week with the Jetta 2.0T because I have
long been a "Drivers Wanted" kind of guy, and this new engine is right down my alley; powerful, responsive, zippy, and it delivered. The comfort level was spot on from the outset, and the surprisingly bright interior lifted my mood every time I was in it. But, once again, it took a week of walking out to the parking lot and seeing that shiny chrome grille grinning wider each time to wrap my mind around its new, and now I admit, good looks. Feel free to disagree or even disparage me with spiteful comments, but my parking-spot neighbour obviously agrees, and I think a lot more people will come around as well.
Specifications (2.0T):
Price Range (MSRP): $27,700 - $35,700
Price as Tested: $29,100
Type: 4-door sedan
Layout: front engine, FWD
Engine: 200-hp, 207 lb-ft of torque, 16-valve, DOHC, FSI, turbocharged I-4
Transmission: 6-spd sequential manual (Direct Shift Gearbox)
Steering: electromechanical, power assisted, rack and pinion
Brakes: four wheel disc brakes; 280 mm front 232 mm rear, ABS
Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,554 / 1,760 / 1,461 / 2,578 mm (179.3 / 69.3 / 57.5 / 101.5 in)
Curb Weight: 1,409 kg (3,106 lbs)
Cargo Volume (trunk): 500 L (17.7 cu-ft)
Fuel Economy (EPA city/hwy/combined): 9.4 / 6.9 / 8.4 L/100 km
Observed Fuel Consumption: 10.4 L/100 km
Fuel Type: premium unleaded
Direct Competitors: Acura CSX / TSX, Dodge SRT4, Ford Focus ST, Mazda3 GT, Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, Nissan Spectra SE-R Spec V, Pontiac Pursuit GTP, Subaru Impreza / WRX, Toyota Corolla XRS, Volvo S40
Web Site: www.vw.ca
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| I had high expectations going into my week with the Jetta 2.0T, because I have long been a "Drivers Wanted" kind of guy. It delivered. (Photo: Jonathan Yarkony, Canadian Auto Press) |
Specifications (2.0T):
Price Range (MSRP): $27,700 - $35,700
Price as Tested: $29,100
Type: 4-door sedan
Layout: front engine, FWD
Engine: 200-hp, 207 lb-ft of torque, 16-valve, DOHC, FSI, turbocharged I-4
Transmission: 6-spd sequential manual (Direct Shift Gearbox)
Steering: electromechanical, power assisted, rack and pinion
Brakes: four wheel disc brakes; 280 mm front 232 mm rear, ABS
Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,554 / 1,760 / 1,461 / 2,578 mm (179.3 / 69.3 / 57.5 / 101.5 in)
Curb Weight: 1,409 kg (3,106 lbs)
Cargo Volume (trunk): 500 L (17.7 cu-ft)
Fuel Economy (EPA city/hwy/combined): 9.4 / 6.9 / 8.4 L/100 km
Observed Fuel Consumption: 10.4 L/100 km
Fuel Type: premium unleaded
Direct Competitors: Acura CSX / TSX, Dodge SRT4, Ford Focus ST, Mazda3 GT, Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, Nissan Spectra SE-R Spec V, Pontiac Pursuit GTP, Subaru Impreza / WRX, Toyota Corolla XRS, Volvo S40
Web Site: www.vw.ca
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