CPO TDI year options, BUYERS GUIDE

JELLOWSUBMARINE

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2011 Jetta Sportwagen, 6M, red/tan, navi, pano, 83 5m diesel pickup, 82 p/u trailer,.04 5.5 TDI Passat wagon (gone), 80,81,82 diesel p/u (gone), 80,82 sportruck (gone), 59 passthru bus (long gone), 79&87 westy (gone), 57 baja bug (long gone), 73 914
I recently poured thru as much info. as I could before buying my JSW CPO. I did this in an effort to make an educated decision on what I needed, wanted and what options were on which years. This is about as complete info. as I came across, some info may be missing or inaccurate. I will attempt to correct when confirmed info. presents itself.

https://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/a6/2011-VW-sportwagen-TDI-buying-guide.htm

should help you know what to look for when buying a VW Jetta or Golf wagon TDI. Thank you in advance!
2009-2014 JSW (Golf wagon) TDI differences and revisions
mk5 vs. mk6 wagons
The wagons were sold outside of North America since 2007 but 2009 was the first year for North America. VW called the 2009 wagon a mk5 (5th generation car) because it was practically identical to a Jetta sedan.

For 2010, VW changed a bunch on things across Jetta, Golf, and wagons and gave the wagon a facelift to look like a mk6 (6th generation) Golf. VW sells most of their cars outside North America and the rest of the world calls the car a Golf wagon (variant or estate) so they made the wagon look like the Golf. However, the mk6 Golf got a bunch of things that the mk5 based wagon did not. A few examples are the mk6 style side view mirrors, thicker acoustic glass, and more laser welding on the revised chassis. See 1000q: differences between the 2009 Jetta and 2010 Jetta for general mk5-mk6 information - this article focuses on wagon specific information only. Another is combining the central electric module (CECM) that controls many chassis electric with the comfort convenience module which controls things like the remote smart key fob operation. However, since they still use a mk5 chassis, many components are still mk5 like the door construction (removeable skins), side view mirror styles, suspension, and all models having electric assist steering instead of only highline or TDI. (Current base Jetta and Passat use hydraulic steering). VW calls the current wagons mk6 so for organization, 2010+ sportwagen forum topics should go in the mk6 section. 2009 sportwagen topics can go in either mk5 or mk6.
Canadian 2009 VW Jetta sportwagen TDI: Canadian trim levels are different than US trim levels. The American wagon TDI only came in TDI trim: it's like the SE midline trim but with a few more items. Canadian TDI wagons were available in comfortline (midlevel) or and highline (high trim). Midline have the touchscreen 6cd changer radio and multifunction steering wheel/highline display as an option. Canadian highline have it standard and add leather interior and multifunction steering wheels, items which weren't available on US wagons. The leather interior was available without memory power seat for 2009. However, they lacked a rear 115V outlet in the rear of Golf wagons or bluetooth in the earlier years. You can retrofit bluetooth if your car doesn't have it - see 1000q: bluetooth FAQ for details. They all have electric engine coolant block heaters standard.
2009 wagons
The actual width and length of the wagon is identical to a sedan. The size difference is from the rear cargo area and height. They are identical in standard equipment, options, and even curb weight to a Jetta sedan except for the optional panoramic sunroof, bluetooth (see the above bluetooth link), and no multifunction steering wheel (MFSW) in the US. You can add one to the wagon, see 1000q: MFSW swap for details. Below is the sales brochures for the 2009 sportwagen in .pdf format. Click to open in adobe pdf viewer or right click, save as. They didn't have a separate brochure for the 2010 wagon (it was the same as the Jetta sedan) but there's one for the 2011 model below.


2010 wagons
EPA MPG for the manual transmission is still 30/41 city/hwy but the 2010 DSG is now rated at 30/42 vs. the 2009 rating of 29/40. This is despite the gearing change in the manual.

All manual transmission TDI get revised gearing. The DSG may have had revised software to increase the EPA fuel economy rating but the gearing is the same. Below is a table showing the gearing change highlighted.The 6 speed transmissions use one final drive for gears 1-4 and the other for 5,6, and reverse gears. This is why 4th and 5th manual transmission gears have the same (or almost) ratio. If you want to calculate rpm in any given gear, see 1000q: tire wheel gearing calculator. NOTE: VW USA's website still shows mk5 gearing for the sportwagen. I believe this is a typo because I think the sportwagens use the same transmission as the other new TDI. There are also a number of typos and lack of updates on VW USA's website specs.
gear
2009 manual
2009 DSG
2010 manual
2010DSG
1
3.77
3.46
3.77
3.46
2
2.09
2.05
1.96
2.05
3
1.32
1.30
1.26
1.30
4
0.98
0.90
0.87
0.90
5
0.98
0.91
0.86
0.91
6
0.81
0.76
0.72
0.76
final1
3.45
4.12
3.45
4.12
final2
2.76
3.04
2.76
3.04


All VW TDI now use the engine model name CJAA instead of the CBEA. They are interchangeable and have the exact same specs. The engine programming and oil pump are slightly different but this doesn't affect how the car feels or drives and is not a factor in the EPA rating. The balance shafts were removed. If you get aftermarket chip tuning for your TDI, the engine programming difference is why the 2009 chip is different from the 2010 chip. The fuel filter is slightly different, see 1000q: fuel filter change for more details. The diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter and NOx filter were also changed from a one piece assembly to a two piece assembly. See 1000q: DPF FAQ for more details on this system. For a full list of known differences between these engines, please read this forum post.

Bluetooth on US wagons is 9w2 for 2010 - receive only, no outgoing call capability or phone book. See 1000q: VW Bluetooth FAQ for details on its specs and how to retrofit another module. You can easily swap in a 9w7 module to get voice control and phone book. See 1000q: 9w7 bluetooth install #1 for pictures and screenshots and 1000q: 9w7 bluetooth install #2 for a quick video showing how easy installation is.
The bumpers, fenders, and headlights are changed to look like the mk6 Golf (and is sold overseas/Canada as the Golf Variant or Golf wagon.. The taillights are now smoked red vs. bright red. All 2010 models got a new steering wheel, dashboard, and instrument cluster. It looks like below except the instruments are in pods. The picture is shown as an example of phone control from the MFD display. The phone book and bluetooth control on the MFD display is only available with 9w3 modules from a sedan or 9w7 modules from 2011 and newer. VW calls the 2010 wagon and later a mk6 even though it still uses the mk5 Jetta/Golf chassis with mk6 cosmetic changes and 2010 electronics. A few examples seen and unseen are the side view mirrors and the internal door modules and construction. The mk6 Golf chassis was heavily revised and improved, the wagon chassis are still based off the mk5 Jetta. Although the headlights and bumper are directly from the Golf, the front fenders are not interchangeable because most of the wagon's body is still mk5.
The Jetta wagon TDI now has the MFSW standard. In Canada, you need the multimedia package to get the MFSW. This is visible in the thumbnail below, click to enlarge


If your tire valve stems are flexible rubber and not stiff and metal, you don't have TPMS sensors in the wheels but may have the ABS sensor based system. If you don't have metal valve stems or the TPMS reset button in the glovebox (for the ABS sensor based system), you don't have any TPMS. TPMS is required in the US but not in Canada so Canadian Golf wagon may not have any TPMS. Below is a picture (thanks to the taker for letting me use it) showing where the TPMS reset button would be if you had the ABS sensor based systems.

It's possible to activate TPMS if you have a compatible ABS module. See 1000q: hidden TPMS activation for more details.
The iPod adapter is now an MDI instead of a CD changer emulator. See 1000q: iPod interface compatibility for more details. If your car doesn't have the MDI from the factory, it's easy to retrofit it, see the article for more details.
VW removed the solenoid fuel door mechanism (it releases the fuel door when you press the button). You now press the fuel door in to release the latch and spring it open.
The radio antenna is now in the side rear glass instead of a whip antenna. This is nice if you use the roof rack to load long items. On older cars, you had to unscrew the antenna if it interfered with cargo.

2011 changes
The Jetta sedan is overhauled and as a result, the Jetta sportwagen (Golf station wagon) no longer looks like or is based off the Jetta sedan. The JSW/GSW chassis is unchanged vs. 2010. The new 2011 VW Jetta TDI uses a lighter, longer chassis (2.9" longer, 2.5" of that is rear legroom) than the wagon and loses independent rear suspension and a number of other features. The benefit is that the sedan also drops in price. To the right is the sales brochure for just the 2011 wagon.
9w7 bluetooth is now standard in the US - it has phonebook and outgoing call capability. See 1000q: 9w7 bluetooth module and 1000q: 9w7 installation video for details on capability and screenshots. (The same overhead console is used which is why the bluetooth LED will not light up).
The TPMS system now works off the ABS sensors by calculating rotating diameter instead of using temperature and pressure sensors in the wheels. The ABS based TPMS system isn't as accurate but because there are no sensors, it never needs sensor replacement due to dead batteries and you don't need another set of sensors for winter wheels. The sensors cost about $80/each and can last 5-8 years depending on use (see 1000q: TPMS light for more details on the system)
Upshift indicator in the instrument cluster.
New colors: tempest blue (navy blue) and toffee brown. Examples are below in the color samples section. Salsa red replaces Tempest red midyear.
The optional RNS 315 GPS replaces the optional RNS 510 GPS. See the links for FAQ on these GPS systems for details, screenshots, and features. Either can be purchased as retail parts and retrofitted if you decide to add it later. You just need to add the GPS antenna and change a code in the car's modules so that the car acknowledges that it was added.
If you have the RNS315 the aux-in is on the head unit. If you don't, the aux-in is in the center armrest. You can retrofit the MDI, see 1000q: ipod adapter compatibility FAQ for details.
The two options packages for 2011 are: [Panoramic sunroof and 17" Porto alloy wheels] or [Premium package: pano sunroof, RNS315 GPS, MDI w/ipod cable, and 17" Porto alloy wheels].
2012 changes
The RCD510 radio that comes standard in all TDI is now upgraded across all 2012 models. It now comes with HD radio capability w/tagging. Thankfully, all models now come with the MDI ipod adapter. This was a major source of confusion on earlier models. Late 2012 models will also get the phone menu on the radio display.
A running change is the removal of the 9w7 bluetooth module if you have the RNS-315 GPS system. This is because the RNS315 has an internal bluetooth. Changing the headunit will require retrofitting the 9w7 if you wish to maintain bluetooth functions.
The three packages for 2012: [base], [sunroof (comes with 17" wheels and sunroof)], and [sunroof + nav (adds the RNS315 GPS and KESSY)]. See the next page for MSRP and invoice pricing.
KESSY is keyless entry and start. If the key fob is within 3 feet of the doors or trunk and you pull the handle, it will unlock the doors. It also adds an engine start button so that the key never has to leave your pocket/purse to operate and open the car.
Some quirks to be aware of with KESSY: if you leave the key inside the car and lock it, it will unlock if someone pulls the door handle. If you leave the car and give the car to another driver with the engine running, it will continue to run. It will flash a message that the key is out of range and will not restart once they shut it off since the key is with you, not them. When locking the doors you press a button on the door handle. Don't put your hand inside the handle, just touch the button on the outside of the handle.
2013 changes
For 2013, all TDI now have misfueling adapters on the fuel tank filler neck (the metal tab and flaps). Narrower gasoline nozzles won't move the flaps and open the tab to allow you to insert the nozzle. You can now use truck stop high flow nozzles but because they have a fast flow rate, only use them at half speed or else you'll get a lot of foam. To view the 2013 JSW brochure in .pdf format, click here.
2014 changes
For 2014, the license plate lights use LED bulbs. All TDI get a backup camera including the RCD510 radio and RNS315 navigation.
Basic dimension comparison of Jetta sedan and wagon vs. Golf and Audi A3
2009-10 Jetta TDI sedan
2009-11 Jetta TDI sportwagen
2010-11 Golf TDI
2010-11 Audi A3 TDI
curb weight (lbs)
3230
3230
est 3020 (2 door)
unknown, about 3350
length (in)
179
179
165
169
width (in)
70
70
70
70
max cargo room (cu ft)
.
67 +roofrack
46
56
drag coefficient
.31
.31
.32
.33

2009 pricing
Invoice price on a 2009 base VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI was 22,503 w/manual, 23,602 for w/DSG. MSRP was 23,870 w/manual, 24,970 w/DSG.
Delivery was $650 (all prices are in US dollars).

Pricing for 2010 VW Jetta sportwagen station wagon TDI
Add $750 destination to car price (mandatory) (prices for US only)
9w2 bluetooth (receive call only, no voice control, no phonebook, see 1000q: mk5 Bluetooth FAQ for more details) is standard on 2010 VW Jetta sportwagen TDI

MSRP
invoice price
notes
2010 sportwagen VW Jetta TDI manual
$24,615
$22,915

2010 VW Jetta TDI sportwagen DSG
$25,715
$24,014
DSG is automatic, see 1000q: DSG FAQ for more details
Factory options



Media Device Interface for ipod integration
199
176
option code uf8, see 1000q: ipod interface compatibility for more on this function
RNS 510 navigation system
1790
1581
option code pni, see 1000q: RNS 510 FAQ for description and functions
panoramic sunroof
1300
1148
option code 3fe, see page 2 for a demo
17" alloy wheel
450
398
option code pji
rear lower side airbags
350
310
option code 4x4, head rear curtain airbags standard
Port or dealer added options



rubber mat kit
215
165
option code jmk, 4 mats+trunk liner
carpet mat kit
215
165
option code jcm, 4 mats+trunk liner
mud flaps (splash guards)
185
135
mud flaps
protection kit
350
265
rubber mat kit + splash guards option code jpk
sport protection kit
638
410
protection kit + front bumper lip spoiler, option code jtd
 

sandmansans

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2014 Jetta
Pretty good write up. However there are a few upgraded to the 14 tdi vs the prior years. I don't remember them all, but one is that the 14 got irs instead of beam axles
The 14 model also got soft touch dash over the hard plastic.

Also don't know if I missed it but I believe the 14 was the first year for the fender audio upgrade and lighting to bi-xenon HID.

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sandmansans

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2014 Jetta
Also one of the years not sure which, saw heated washer nozzles and aux electric heater
I know the 14 had it but I think it was introduced earlier.
There are other random ones such as the change from edl to xdl

14 got the auto climatronic, backup camera and carnet too

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CDubber

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Jetta SportWagen TDI
My 2010 JSW was Salsa Red, so this was not a mid-2011 color.

Note: I much prefer Salsa Red to Tornado Red (too orange for me). Wish VW had kept that color.
 

JELLOWSUBMARINE

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2011 Jetta Sportwagen, 6M, red/tan, navi, pano, 83 5m diesel pickup, 82 p/u trailer,.04 5.5 TDI Passat wagon (gone), 80,81,82 diesel p/u (gone), 80,82 sportruck (gone), 59 passthru bus (long gone), 79&87 westy (gone), 57 baja bug (long gone), 73 914
Pretty good write up. However there are a few upgraded to the 14 tdi vs the prior years. I don't remember them all, but one is that the 14 got irs instead of beam axles
The 14 model also got soft touch dash over the hard plastic.

Also don't know if I missed it but I believe the 14 was the first year for the fender audio upgrade and lighting to bi-xenon HID.

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Thanks, I believe you are accurate on all counts. I'm loving my 11' but I probably would have focused more on a 14' if I knew about the HID's. IMO surprisingly you'd never know your riding on non IRS.
 

sandmansans

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2014 Jetta
My 2010 JSW was Salsa Red, so this was not a mid-2011 color.

Note: I much prefer Salsa Red to Tornado Red (too orange for me). Wish VW had kept that color.
Yeah salsa red was an '10 color..lol but imo it was girlier, albeit better looking than the tornado red. Ex gf Jetta was salsa red haha


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sandmansans

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Thanks, I believe you are accurate on all counts. I'm loving my 11' but I probably would have focused more on a 14' if I knew about the HID's. IMO surprisingly you'd never know your riding on non IRS.
Yeah the 14 got a ton of upgrades that I think people complained about when the mk6 launched. No irs, hard dash etc.
That was the last year for non Urrea.
The beam axle rides nice. I went with a 14 as I talked them down in price matching it basically to a 13 leftover model and VW gave me 0% financing for 5 years. It was a no brainer.

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AllieJetta

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2014 GSW 6M/TDi Wolfsburg
Yeah the 14 got a ton of upgrades that I think people complained about when the mk6 launched. No irs, hard dash etc.
That was the last year for non Urrea.
The beam axle rides nice. I went with a 14 as I talked them down in price matching it basically to a 13 leftover model and VW gave me 0% financing for 5 years. It was a no brainer.

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I believe this guide he put together was meant to be in relation to TDi SPORTWAGENS in which case the infor you provided doesn't apply. It's accurate for Jetta SEDANS but the Sportwagen remained (mostly) unchanged for the 2014 MY.
 

JELLOWSUBMARINE

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2011 Jetta Sportwagen, 6M, red/tan, navi, pano, 83 5m diesel pickup, 82 p/u trailer,.04 5.5 TDI Passat wagon (gone), 80,81,82 diesel p/u (gone), 80,82 sportruck (gone), 59 passthru bus (long gone), 79&87 westy (gone), 57 baja bug (long gone), 73 914
I believe this guide he put together was meant to be in relation to TDi SPORTWAGENS in which case the infor you provided doesn't apply. It's accurate for Jetta SEDANS but the Sportwagen remained (mostly) unchanged for the 2014 MY.
It is a cut and paste from myturbodiesel.com. The link is on the 2nd line. As the sportwagens info. seems conflicting at times. I hope to put a comprehensive guide to help others in a new purchase.
 

CDubber

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Jetta SportWagen TDI
It is a cut and paste from myturbodiesel.com. The link is on the 2nd line. As the sportwagens info. seems conflicting at times. I hope to put a comprehensive guide to help others in a new purchase.

VW did us all a disservice with their boneheaded decision to call it a Jetta Sportwagen when it’s really a Golf Sportwagen. Makes it a real pain when you’re looking for parts and the vendor doesn’t list the Sportwagen under the Jetta model options and you know all the Jetta parts are incompatible.
 

JELLOWSUBMARINE

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2011 Jetta Sportwagen, 6M, red/tan, navi, pano, 83 5m diesel pickup, 82 p/u trailer,.04 5.5 TDI Passat wagon (gone), 80,81,82 diesel p/u (gone), 80,82 sportruck (gone), 59 passthru bus (long gone), 79&87 westy (gone), 57 baja bug (long gone), 73 914
Not only that but it is nearly impossible to relate any specific model to a platform . For example both mk 5, mk6 in a Jetta sportwagen... or is it a Golf??? Heaven forbid you want to understand an A3... or is it an A4 wagen... no Avanti... wait a minute.

Why simplify like maybe a 3rd gen Corvette or Mustang?

Still love my VW's. VWoA still in a fog from the 60's I guess.
 

droptiks

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2012 Jetta Sportwagen (Tornado Red)
Great guide,

I noticed also that the Canadian golf wagon TDI's have foglights and block heater as an option (standard on the highline trim which also includes a dual climate system and Vienna leather seating).
 

CDKJudoka

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Wyomissing, PA
TDI
2014 Jetta Sportwagen TDI
VW did us all a disservice with their boneheaded decision to call it a Jetta Sportwagen when it’s really a Golf Sportwagen. Makes it a real pain when you’re looking for parts and the vendor doesn’t list the Sportwagen under the Jetta model options and you know all the Jetta parts are incompatible.
^^This!.

All MK6 sportwagens have the IRS since they are Golfs, NOT Jettas. They are only Jetta in name, and only in the US. The Jetta sedan (save the GLI) from 2010 to 2013 came with the beam axle in the back.
 
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