Obviously, cargo room will always be the main reason why people buy wagons. With a nicely-appointed area that includes a pass-through and a flat loading floor, cargo capacity amounts to 930 liters. Once you fold the rear seatbacks forward, you get 1,890 liters of room, which is usually enough for "normal" families.
Finally the engine we’ve been looking for!
Regular Jetta Wagons feel underpowered as their 170 ponies often struggle to make the car pleasant to drive. However, despite its 140 horsepower, the 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder TDI Clean Diesel engine offers two interesting benefits.
First, there’s the boost from the turbo and the 236 pounds-feet of available torque (although turbo lag is noticeable).You won’t feel like in a Formula One car, but you’ll get all the gusto you need. Second, the engine does not suffer from cargo weight, so output remains appropriate.
Of course, this diesel story is far from over. Fuel economy is absolutely phenomenal. During my road test, my Comfortline model averaged 5.8 liters per 100 kilometers. With a 55-liter tank, I easily forgot the names of fuel attendants between fill-ups.
The only serious fault I could find in the Jetta Wagon, regardless of the engine under the hood, is the excessive intrusion of wind and road noise. Gas or diesel, the interior is not very quiet.
On the plus side, the six-speed automatic transmission is flexible and a good fit for the TDI. The Jetta’s suspension, just like any Volkswagen’s, is firm… in a positive way. The underpinnings are well calibrated and effective at keeping the car stable when loaded.
The brakes are progressive and they too adapt well to additional cargo weight. The steering is precise and handling is commendable despite the fact that the Jetta is somewhat overweight.
Competition
The Jetta Wagon TDI has no direct rival in North America. Across the Atlantic, well, it’s a whole other story. One thing’s for sure: automakers are still reluctant to bring diesel-powered variants over here.
Wrap-up
The 2009 Volkswagen Jetta Wagon TDI Clean Diesel has real potential for rational buyers. Small families and their pets will quickly feel in familiar territory inside this sedan. In addition to its practicality, the Jetta serves as a great example of fun and eco-friendliness in a single package.
photo:Volkswagen
Finally the engine we’ve been looking for!
Regular Jetta Wagons feel underpowered as their 170 ponies often struggle to make the car pleasant to drive. However, despite its 140 horsepower, the 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder TDI Clean Diesel engine offers two interesting benefits.
First, there’s the boost from the turbo and the 236 pounds-feet of available torque (although turbo lag is noticeable).You won’t feel like in a Formula One car, but you’ll get all the gusto you need. Second, the engine does not suffer from cargo weight, so output remains appropriate.
Of course, this diesel story is far from over. Fuel economy is absolutely phenomenal. During my road test, my Comfortline model averaged 5.8 liters per 100 kilometers. With a 55-liter tank, I easily forgot the names of fuel attendants between fill-ups.
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| Obviously, cargo room will always be the main reason why people buy wagons. |
The only serious fault I could find in the Jetta Wagon, regardless of the engine under the hood, is the excessive intrusion of wind and road noise. Gas or diesel, the interior is not very quiet.
On the plus side, the six-speed automatic transmission is flexible and a good fit for the TDI. The Jetta’s suspension, just like any Volkswagen’s, is firm… in a positive way. The underpinnings are well calibrated and effective at keeping the car stable when loaded.
The brakes are progressive and they too adapt well to additional cargo weight. The steering is precise and handling is commendable despite the fact that the Jetta is somewhat overweight.
Competition
The Jetta Wagon TDI has no direct rival in North America. Across the Atlantic, well, it’s a whole other story. One thing’s for sure: automakers are still reluctant to bring diesel-powered variants over here.
Wrap-up
The 2009 Volkswagen Jetta Wagon TDI Clean Diesel has real potential for rational buyers. Small families and their pets will quickly feel in familiar territory inside this sedan. In addition to its practicality, the Jetta serves as a great example of fun and eco-friendliness in a single package.
photo:Volkswagen
2009 Volkswagen jetta Comfortline
2009 Volkswagen jetta Comfortline
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