First Drive: Volkswagen Jetta TDI
By Jonathan Spira on 23 November 2009
On a round-trip to Philadelphia from New York City for a meeting, the Jetta averaged 43 mpg on the highway (with speeds ranging from 55 to 80 mph). 
The Jetta provided a steady supply of power with just a hint of turbo lag and its torque made passing easy.
The easiest thing about the Jetta is its price: $22,000 for a 40-plus-mpg non-hybrid. It’s nicely equipped at that price, too, with comfortable, heated seats and high-quality materials in the cabin.
THE DETAILS
| 2009 VW Jetta TDI | |
| Base price/price-as-tested | $21,990/$25,200 |
| Drivetrain | Front engine, front-wheel drive |
| Engine | 2.0-liter inline 4 cylinder turbo |
| Max hp | 140 |
| Max torque (pound-feet) | 236 |
| Curb weight
(pounds) |
3230 |
| Wheelbase (inches) | 101.5 |
| Length x width x height (inches) | 179.3 x 70.1 x 57.4 |
| 0-60 mph (seconds) | 8.0 |
| Maximum speed (mph) | 130 |
| EPA city/highway fuel economy (mpg) | 30/41 (manual)
29/40 (automatic) |
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