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Volkswagen Jetta V 2.0 TDI PDE (140 Hp)
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Volkswagen Jetta:
The Volkswagen Jetta is a compact car/small family car manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen since 1979. Positioned to fill a sedan niche slightly above the firm's Golf hatchback, it has been marketed over seven generations, variously as the Atlantic, Vento, Bora, City Jetta, Jetta City, GLI, Jetta, Clasico, and Sagitar.
The Jetta has been offered in two- and four-door saloon / sedan and sometimes as five-door wagon / estate versions. Since the original version in 1980, the car has grown in size and power with each generation. By mid-2011, almost 10 million Jettas have been produced and sold all over the world. As of April 2014, Volkswagen marketed over 14 million, becoming its top selling model....(Read more on Wikipedia)
V Overview:
Volkswagen Jetta (V). With 320 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.3 l/100km). With a weight of 1556 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.7 s). The top speed reaches 207 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
While the Jetta V itself was not directly tested by Euro NCAP, its platform-mate, the Volkswagen Golf V, achieved an excellent 5-star rating for adult occupant protection in 2004, indicating strong underlying safety credentials for the Jetta V.
2.0 TDI PDE (140 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong mid-range torque provides confident acceleration and effortless highway cruising, characteristic of the PDE diesels.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy, making it a popular choice for those covering high mileage.
Community Verdict
This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.
2.8 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 24 discussions
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines (TSI/TDI)
- • Refined ride quality and comfortable interior
- • Spacious trunk for a sedan
- • Solid build quality and premium feel for its class
- • Good safety ratings (based on Golf V platform)
Cons:
- • Some older petrol engines (1.6i, 2.0 FSI) can be underpowered or less efficient
- • Certain early TSI/TFSI engines had known reliability issues (e.g., timing chains, carbon buildup)
- • Interior design can be perceived as conservative by some
- • Rear legroom is adequate but not class-leading
- • Older automatic transmissions (Tiptronic) are less refined than DSG
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: 2001 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Jetta |
| Generation: | V |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TDI PDE (140 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 140 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.1 Hp/l [178mm more] |
| Torque: | 320 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA188 / BKD More details about the engine EA188 / BKD |
| Engine displacement: | 1968 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Pump-nozzle (Unit Injector) |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 207 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.9 kg/Nm, 205.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1556 |
| Max. weight: | 1990 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 434 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 527 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 730 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4554 mm mm [178mm more] |
| Width: | 1781 mm mm [46mm more] |
| Height: | 1459 mm mm [13mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2578 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2010 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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