2010 Volkswagon Vw Jetta Tdi Review and Features for Sedan and Sport Wagon Automatic and Manual
“T” stands for “turbocharged” and turbocharged stands for increased power and that is exactly what you get with the 2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI. What is more is that Volkswagen appeals to a wider array of drivers by offering the Jetta TDI in sedans as well as in "SportWagens". This means drivers looking for the sophisticated look and drivers who simply like to enjoy the great out doors can choose a Jetta TDI to meet their needs. In addition, each model is available with automatic and manual transmissions.
Whether drivers opt for the sedan or the SportWagen, they will look dashing sitting in or standing next to their Jetta’s distinctive looking chrome grilles. Each Jetta TDI model has driver side dual exhaust tips that further accentuate their sleek looking rears. Volkswagen’s use of laser seam body welding puts TDI bodies together with a flawlessness that adds up to great looking cars that roll with less tension and superior handling.
Sedan model base Manufacturer Sales Retail Price (MSRP) for the automatic TDI’s starts at $24,460 and $23,360 for the manual. Both models have four-cylinder 2.0-liter turbo diesel engines; both have four doors and seat five people, and gas-wise, the automatic gets roughly one mile per gallon more than the manual with anticipated yields at 31 city/41 highway for the manual and 31/42 for the automatic.
SportWagen base MSRP for the automatic starts at $26,110 and $25,010 for the manual. Both models have four-cylinder 2.0-liter turbo diesel engines; both have four doors and seat five people, and expected gas mileage is the same as their sister sedans - 31 city/41 highway for the manual and 31/42 for the automatic.
Volkswagen TDI sedans and sportwagens have virtually the same standard and optional features consisting of:
- Remote keyless entry
- Moonroof
- Cruise control, tilt wheel, and tachometer
- AM/FM stereo with compact disc changer and premium radio
- Navigation technology option
- Power locks, mirrors, windows, outlets, and steering
- Dual power seats and folding seats in rear
- Antilock front and rear disc brakes
- Alloy wheels with an option to upgrade to premium
- Limited use spare tires
- Front Air conditioning and rear window defrost
- Roof rails also come standard on the SportWagens
2010 VW Jetta TDI warranties consist of a basic 3-years or 36,000 miles, powertrain at 5-years or 60,000 miles, corrosion and or rust thru body at 12-years with unlimited mileage, and roadside assistance at 4-years or 50,000 miles.
Safety-wise sedans and sportwagens received four-star ratings for driver front, passenger front, and rollover crash tests; and five-star crash test ratings for front side and rear side.
Optional Jetta features include:
- Airbags on rear sides that deploy from rear seat bolsters
- iPod Adapter and CD changer
- 17 inch Avignon 5-spoke alloy wheels
- Panorama Sunroof with power slide and tilt
- Satellite navigation with DVD and MIDI
The best things about the 2010 VW Jetta TDI may be (1) its use of clean diesels that radically reduce exhaust emissions and (2) its engine’s use of an injection system that decreases sooty emissions to the tune of 95 percent! These reductions immaculately answer the auto industry’s call to go green.
It is important to note that MSRP pricing includes destination charges and other fees and are subject to change without notice. Some options may not be available on all models.
