2008 Volkswagen Jetta Diesel: Video Test Drive

[Stonewall]

http://www.popularmechanics.com/blog...s/4218116.html
Popular Mechanics Test drives the new TDI Jetta.

[RobG]

Re: 2008 Volkswagen Jetta Diesel: Video Test Drive

Looks good! Good to see them Back.

[gnavs]

Re: 2008 Volkswagen Jetta Diesel: Video Test Drive

did he mention performance specs for the new 2.0TDI? The 1.9's were peppy but they didn't compare to what the europeans got for power. Hopefully we're evening things out with the new motor

[Benjamin]

Re: 2008 Volkswagen Jetta Diesel: Video Test Drive

I have heard the number of HP being around 145, if that is true the torque would be close to 250 lbs I would think. Don't quote me on this one, this is just the ratio that VW has when in relation to HP/Torque numbers. I almost had a heart attack during that movie when the 3.0 liter was mentioned. I was hoping he was saying it was being put in a car, but was dissapointed when the toureg was getting it. I already have fun with my diesel, just think of what a 3.0 l diesel could do for me......

Benjamin

[gnavs]

Re: 2008 Volkswagen Jetta Diesel: Video Test Drive

i'd think the passat would be a good recipient for a 3.0L TDI, but it probably won't get it. Maybe the 08/09 A6's?

[Stonewall]

Re: 2008 Volkswagen Jetta Diesel: Video Test Drive

It is rumored that the Audi R8 is getting the diesel though, at $30k cheaper and 30MPG too boot lol