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Volkswagen Jetta VI 2.5 (170 Hp) Tiptronic
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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)
VI Overview:
Volkswagen Jetta (VI). With 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1398 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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 VI was not directly tested by Euro NCAP, it shares its platform with the 5-star rated Golf VI, suggesting a strong underlying safety structure. It typically performed well in other regional safety assessments.
2.5 (170 Hp) Tiptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth and torquey power delivery from the unique 5-cylinder engine, providing decent acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Likely the least efficient petrol option, with higher fuel consumption compared to TSI engines.
Community Verdict
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3.3 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 12 discussions
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large trunk for its class.
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options.
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys.
- • Solid build quality and refined driving dynamics.
- • Good fuel economy, particularly with TDI and Hybrid models.
Cons:
- • Interior materials were sometimes criticized for being less premium than previous generations (especially in North America).
- • Some early DSG and TSI engine variants had known reliability concerns.
- • Base models could feel underpowered.
- • Steering feel could be numb compared to rivals.
- • Lack of direct Euro NCAP rating might concern some buyers.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V: 2009 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Jetta |
| Generation: | VI |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 (170 Hp) Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.5 Hp/l [74mm more] |
| Torque: | 240 Nm @ 4250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CBTA, CBUA More details about the engine CBTA, CBUA |
| Engine displacement: | 2480 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6 l |
| Coolant: | 9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.2 kg/Hp, 121.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 171.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1398 |
| Max. weight: | 1911 |
| Max load: | 513 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 440 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4628 mm mm [74mm more] |
| Width: | 1778 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Height: | 1453 mm mm [6mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2651 mm mm [73mm more] |
| Front track: | 1535 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1532 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 139 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.1 m [above average] |
| 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 | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 287x25 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 272x10 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16; 225/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring, Torsion |
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