You are here: Forums Hatchbacks Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen TDI Models

Volkswagen TDI Models

2482 messages,  Last post on Dec 04, 2009 at 4:34 PM

You are in the Volkswagen Golf Forum. Your Host is pf_flyer

What is this discussion about? Volkswagen New Beetle, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Passat, Diesel, Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon

Messages Page 7 of 249 1 ... 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ... 249 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

#62 of 2482 TDI re fickle by moparbad Apr 29, 2002 (7:53 am)
My last tank in my Jetta Wagon was over 50 MPG. This is with 5 spd.. My Golf with auto averages 42 to 43 mpg. in mixed city/highway. There are plenty of Prius owners with averages below 40. Don't know about the Honda. For the same cost of the Honda or Prius I have a sunroof, heated seats, better crash test scores and more space than Prius or Civic. As far as emissions the TDI does emit more pollutants than the Civic or Prius. Even so it is considered a green car in Canada and Europe. CO2 emissions are very low, but NOx and particulates are higher. The emissions for the TDI are affected greatly by the high sulfur low cetane diesel fuel in the US. By 2006 there is scheduled to be low sulfur diesel in the US. With the TDI you get a more luxurious and fun to drive high MPG car. I feel you simply get more for your money with TDI than Prius or Civic. With any of the three you are doing the environment a favor compared to 98% of the vehicles sold. If you want high mileage to reduce the cost of driving then the TDI and the hybrids do not make sense. The higher cost of purchase is not recovered by the decrease in fuel mileage.
#63 of 2482 Does the TDI models require more maintenance cost?? by rcastab May 08, 2002 (2:27 am)
I am trying to decide whether to get the TDI model or the 1.8L engines. But What about maintenance cost and reliability, anyone know if the TDI models require more expensive maintenance? Is the TDI engine a hybrid engine? I got to thinking about this issue, when I thought about more mileage per gallon and thinking green. But then I realize that the new hybrids, half electric with a generator motor, and the other half fuel engine, both working together to achieved low mpg. But what I concern about is the maintenance for these new hybrid vehicles, are they really green in the long run, especially the battery storage for the generators, from what I understand they use multiple battery cells to store energy charge. Eventually these new batteries need to be replace and brings another issue of proper disposal and pollution. I might be wrong but I hoping someone can help me clear things up. Thanks!
#64 of 2482 by 8u6hfd May 08, 2002 (4:36 am)
It's not a hybrid.   Here's the basic maintenance for the TDI 10,000 miles: oil change (the 1st 2 oil changes are done 5,000 miles) 20,000 miles: fuel filter 80,000 miles: timing belt   The 1.8T does 5,000 mile oil changes (my owner's manual isn't in front of me), you got spark plugs to change, fuel filter, & timing belts also.
#65 of 2482 If... by natescape May 08, 2002 (7:46 am)
Diesels are marginally cleaner than hybrids (wait to see the huge amounts of batteries that will clog our landfills in the coming decades if hybrids take off). They're also infinitely more drivable and safe.   If you run biodiesel in a TDI, you have the greenest car on the road, by a HUGE margin.
#66 of 2482 Are the TDI Jetta Wagons made in Mexico? by rcastab May 10, 2002 (2:07 pm)
I called my local dealer today and asked the same question, salesperson said "yes they are made in Mexico". But I remember someone or something online said they were made in Germany. Can someone tell me where they are really constructed. Thanks! Replies to this message: alfmz3 (Aug 17, 2006 2:16 am)
#69 of 2482 Jetta wagon manufactured in... by leemondo May 12, 2002 (4:35 am)
Here is an Indigo blue TDI wagon VIN I found listed online. I used a VIN decoder site to break it down. Looks like (not surprised based on my experience) your salesman needs some remedial training.   Volkswagen & Audi VIN decoder Version 1.11, September 2000 VIN Number: WVWSP61J12W525065 Model Year No value found for value - 2 (2) Model Type Golf/Jetta/Bora(A4) (1J) Model Style VW Passenger car made in Europe (WVW) Body Type 4 door Sedan (S) Engine Type No value found for value - P (P) Rest Type Driver, Passenger & Side Airbag Restraint (6) Plant Made Wolfsburg (W)   Lee
#70 of 2482 How long should it take? by saffire May 13, 2002 (6:49 pm)
Hi all, new to this message center. I ordered a TDI Golf GL on 2/5/02 and as far as anyone can tell, it's still on a boat from Rio. Does anyone have any idea of how long it's going to take to get to Milwaukee? My dealer said 90 days, but it's been more than that already. What type of experiences have you had? Thanks!

Messages Page 7 of 249 1 ... 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ... 249 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

You are here: Forums Hatchbacks Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen TDI Models