Tdi or 2.5 comfortline?

qie3

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Oct 16, 2010
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wpg
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2011 jetta
I'm on the market for the 2011 new Jetta. I'm in Winnipeg, so winter starting could be a issue for me. I have a unheated garage, plug my car in the winter night is no problem. But I don't have a plug at work, so in the day, I have to let my tdi stay in -30c for 8 hrs. Please help me make the decision on which one should I get.:confused: Thank you all!
 

mo_focus

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stouffville, Ontario, canada
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84 944
if you do lot of driving them i would say TDI, if you only drive for few kms then i would say gas model.

I dont think you should have an issue with cold starts on either of the cars. I've had my old TDI parked in Timmins overnight without a plug and it was ok.
 

MyAvocation

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Jun 9, 2004
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Hoffman Estates, IL
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2017 Passat SEL TSI
Agreed. I'm not aware of starting issues with the CR motor. My 2006 sits in the driveway. Coldest start was -28*F. I recommend a plug-in for comfort reasons. In those temps you can forget about a toasty warm commute without a preheater.
 

shortysclimbin

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Oct 15, 2004
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Virginia currently
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Kubvan, mk2 golf, mk6 golf
Being an owner of both TDIs and a 2.5l I would say the following:

1) In vermont my outside storage for the TDI gets -35 to -45 below with wind chill and very few colt start issues are had as long as the car is used within 8-12hrs time period (if it sits longer in that weather I like to have a block heater on)

2) the 2.5l is arguably one of the most reliable motors out by VWOA. Talk to any service rep and they will tell you they see 2.0T cars, 2.0 CRs, and then lastly the 2.5L for warranty and service work. Many will tell you the timing engines just run.

3) The 2.5l is a fuel hog in comparision to other 2.5l cars on the market and has slightly less power although these cars with a tune and basic mods are a blast to drive.

4) The tdi has loads of torque, in my opinion commands better MPG from the driver and is the car of choice for long travel

5) Replacement costs on the 2.5 is lower than the 2.0 CR TDI

6) The 2.0 CR TDI can get an avg of almost 10mpg more than the 2.5l on premium fuel. (the 2.5 likes 91-93 octane fuel, The 2.0 likes EU diesel or fresh diesel with a good additive)

In my opinion it depends on how many miles a year you plan on putting on that car. If <= 13000 a year then go with the 2.5 If >=15000 a year go with the diesel The inbetween is a crap shoot, the diesel pays out in higher mileage vw the gas pays out in low to average mileage range.
 

sardo_67

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CT
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2015 Golf SEL 6spd
i was just on VWs site trying to price out a 2011 jetta sedan and there was no option for a TDI, the wagon had the option. have they not released them in the USA yet?
 

MonsterTDI09

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NoVa/NJ
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2010 Jetta DSG/ up keep on 2009 Jetta DSG 2006 Jetta Pag 2 in North SEA Green
On the TDI the glow plugs reach 1800 degree in 3 second, just to let you know.
 

skinnyb

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Sep 19, 2009
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Western, NC
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2013 JSW TDI
I second the reply above. I own a 2.5 and a CR 2.0 TDI as well. I actually have owned three 2.5 cars and they are very reliable and easy to maintain compared to the TDI. I drove one 65k miles in 2.5 years before trading on my TDI, and other than average of 25mpg all day it was a great car. If you drive short distances or low miles, the 2.5 is the way to go. If you drive over 20k a year, TDI FTW.


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