|
fwiw, my 2003 Jetta TDI, with 86k+ miles on it, consistently averages 40 to 41 mpg on the highway, driving highway speeds (60 to 80 mph). Straight in-town mileage is usually in the lower to mid-30's. I have a driver's log from day one (as I do in my truck). I haven't bothered to figure up the lifetime average mpg, though, because I am perfectly happy with 40+ mpg. We've taken the car on a few round trips from Houston to Kansas City, and from Houston to Dallas. Most of the time, it is 200 mile round-trips to the lake house.
repairs to date:
$3.00 brake switch (twice)
2 temp sensors
alternator
replaced the struts and shocks at 85k miles (much improved ride)
The 2003 Jetta tdi does come with a 100k mile timing belt (auto or manual).
My only complaint is that I didn't get the wagon and a 5-speed. The spousal unit didn't want a wagon because she didn't want to be confused with soccer moms. ;-)
Now, if they would only come out with a 2-door, convertible Jetta TDI, life would be complete.
short_stuff
__________________
Y2K F250 CC PSD Auto, Short-bed Lariat, Woodland Green/Gold, ordered 07/10/99, born 09/12/99, delivered 10/08/99, Access bed cover, Bed Rug, Zoodad mod, Viper Remote Start Alarm, Fumoto valve, 103K somewhat error-free miles (so far) [never back to dealer for anything]
Repairs: CPS, Water Separator Valve assembly, rear axle bearings, VSS, batteries, brakes, alternator, serpentine belt (x2), driver door pwrlock actuator, water pump
2009 VW Tiguan 2.0 l turbo 200 hp gas engine (TDI engine not available for it yet)
|
