Comments on: 2008 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Review

By: Jake02

Jake02 — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:25:28 +0000

How the hell does a Skoda not compare in the safety department? WTF??? Skoda Aus have a minimum 6-airbag/ESP/ABS policy on all cars. Does VW? Didn’t think so…

By: micho

micho — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 23:01:19 +0000

I’m looking at buying a TDI Jetta have looked at so many cars but the Jetta feels nice inside… is the 08 model still a good car ?

By: Brasilien

Brasilien — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 22:37:26 +0000

Yes the jetta is a perfect car, I have had all times in my drivers life a jetta

By: Tasche

Tasche — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:12:40 +0000

Things have changed in the market in the past two years but I would buy another if we had to replace it…

By: Gartenmöbel

Gartenmöbel — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 14:22:08 +0000

I also Like the Jetta, it is a great Car.

Greetings Gartenmöbel

By: Skateboard

Skateboard — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 02:32:29 +0000

The Jetta is a trendsetter, since years! I like the elder models. They are legendary, already!

By: Melts

Melts — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:07:41 +0000

Great choice of vehicle Pookie!
I have an 07 TDI DSG, done just over 50,000kms. Only complaint: one slight rattle in the dash. Its hard to compare this vehicle to anything else with the standard equipment you get. Not to mention the 5 star Euro safety rating, untouchable fuel economy, 12 year anti corrosion warranty. We have had five Adults on board, luggage in boot: cruise control set at 100 up any hill and it does not even jump out of sixth gear let alone lose any speed! I can understand the comparasions to the Skoda, but Mondeos or Hondas are just completly different vehicles. The Skoda does not compare in the safety department, or looks for that!
Anyway, about to buy my second Jetta, will get a manual this time just for something different!

By: Pookie in the Bush

Pookie in the Bush — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 06:10:33 +0000

I’ve been very interested in everyone’s comments about the Jetta. You have been very informative.
I currently drive a BMW3301 (2002) which is a lovely car to get around in. However, I have recently had the pleasure of a couple of days with a Golf Pacific belonging to a friend. What a hoot. What’s this crap about diesel lag? This thing goes as soon as the foot hits the accelerator. The stoppers on this beat the 330’s hands down and it turns on a dime.
I love the Jetta’s styling and have always preferred something with a boot over a hatch – plus you usually get a better back window to see out of. The BMW – any model – may be a sedan (usually) but they don’t come with a boot. My Capri baby-sports car had as much boot (just about) as BMWs do. The Jetta is very generous in that department.
Nup. I’m in love. The dollars are great. My 300i was $108,000 new with all it’s bits, and it has just had its 6th birthday. I’ll be lucky if I can get $30,000 for it privately. But, I do know one thing. I wanna Jetta!! Now, all I need is someone to make me an offer …….

By: Carl

Carl — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 05:22:43 +0000

A couple of things about VW. I have a Golf 2 litre TDI – yes the black smoke is bad – I found out that the particulate filter is left off Australian delivered cars because they meet our emissions levels without them. In Europe, they need the filters to meet their more stringent regulations. The VW diesel is not the most refined unit – the Citroen / Peugeot unit is more refined – incidentally, Ford use a Peugeot unit in the Mondeo. VW quality in general isn’t all that great, we have had numerous issues with our (South African built) car. Mexican built cars aren’t any different – in general. US market cars are no longer sourced from Mexico due to quality glitches….For my money, the Mondeo would be the go as a family car, slightly more space, slightly more fuel, but better all round. Quality would be no worse either – built in Belgium. As for badge snobbery – why do some people in Australia see VW as “upmarket” ? VW is no more upmarket than Ford, GM, Peugeot etc….VW = peoples car….

By: kredit move

kredit move — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 10:16:33 +0000

Cool Review

By: Airline Bewerten

Airline Bewerten — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 01:37:22 +0000

Things have changed in the market in the past two years but I would buy another if we had to replace it. The Mondeo is too big for a second car for us and all that silver dash looks tacky…

By: EZZA

EZZA — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 06:47:24 +0000

TO MACA, I USED TO HAVE A V5 AS WELL, I JUST FOUND THE CONSUMPION A BIT TOO HIGH, THEN I’VE SWITCHED TO A V6 4 MOTION AND IT’S NOT MUCH MORE TO USE, FUEL-WISE.
ALTOUGH I HAVE TO SAY IT’S A BIT SMALL INSIDE COMPARE TO THE JETTA

By: eric

eric — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 06:45:09 +0000

TO BUY A VOLVO INSTEAD OF A VW JETTA? FOR THE BETTER RESALE VALUE, WHICH VOLVO IS BEST KNOWN FOR?

By: Maca

Maca — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 03:19:17 +0000

Bring back to V5 I say. I currently own a V5 Bora and it’s a great little car. (For the size of the vehicle, the V5 does it’s justice quite well.)

Even though i guess now they have all these TSi engines that produce the same power.. I still kinda like the idea of having a bigger engine.

By: The Reg

The Reg — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:28:01 +0000

I’ve had a Jetta TFSi DSG since May ‘07 bought new.
It’s got to be one of the best value fun sedans on the road, with good if not shattering performance and handling plus great fuel economy….with Diesel making even 98 Ron look cheap these days…I’d stick with the TFSi at this stage.

I looked at the Mazda 6 Sport – Aurion ZX6 – Honda Accord – SV6 Commodore – VW GTi and even a Mazda MX5 before decicing on the Jetta…..I’d really like a Passat R36 Wagon…..(mainly cos I’m an Old Fart – but still enjoy my Driving)

By: The Reg

The Reg — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:20:05 +0000

I guess the Jetta will be redesigned to follow the lines of the new Golf?

I’ve had a TFSi DSG since may 2007. Great car to drive….averages 9l/1ooK’s round town and 7 on the open road….soI can’t really justidy changing to a diesel which even makes 98 ron look cheap these days.

An Aurion might ne nice too but use more juice.

I’d really like an R36 Passat Wagon.

By: Melts

Melts — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:09:14 +0000

Who was that guy in the Accord Euro trying to keep up with me on the Great Ocean Road?
By the way, my average fuel consumption on that trip (Gippsland to Port Campbell) was 5.2 lts/100k’s in my 07 Jetta TDI DSG.
Oh yeah, and the boot space is amazing.
A car in a class of its own.

By: scotty

scotty — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 07:36:50 +0000

personally i would look at an Aurion, great looking car and a little bigger than at jetta and a passat even. but if i had to choose one right here right now without driving them all i would have to choose the Mondeo, looks the part for sure!!

By: Jake02

Jake02 — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:25:10 +0000

Greenroom,
I have to say definetely go for the RS TDi. I have a petrol RS and its got almost 1000km on the clock. During those 1000km its been fantastic. Very practical too as its a liftback not a sedan. If the TDi was around I would’ve bought that one as I was going for a TDI Wagon.
Its very nice and goes like the clappers, you should buy one!
AND I GIVE THAT ADVICE TO ANYONE WHOS WANTING TO BUY A CRAPPY FALCODORE!

By: anthony

anthony — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:32:51 +0000

I have had my Jetta for 18 months now,and all I can say is that it is an awesome car.
Also considered an Accord Euro and Mazda 6,but this came much better equiped,with all the luxury and safety features as standard equipment,and the 6 speed auto.
VW resale is usually excellent.
Not so sure about how it would be for the Mondeo or Octavia.
Have seen zero Skodas on the roads.