Page 2 - Redesign and differences between the 2009 and new 2010 Jetta Golf TDI
for page 1 see
1000q: 2009-2010 differences revisions
For a buying checklist and guide for the 2009 Jetta sedan and
sportwagen, see 1000q:
2009-2010 TDI new owner and buyer's checklist.
For the 2010 Golf TDI, see 1000q: Golf
TDI buying checklist and FAQ. The Golf and Jetta are different.
Interested in the 2010
Audi A3 TDI? See 1000q: 2010 Audi
A3 TDI reviews and buying checklist.
Mechanical (electrical differences noted under interior)
The engine may have changed from CBEA to CJAA for 2010 models. The mechanical differences are not yet known other than the exhaust filters and at this time, they appear to be interchangeable.
The diesel particulate filter and NOx filter were 1 piece for 2009 models (or cars with VIN lower than 1k-9-249 000). The 2010 Golf (or Jetta with VIN higher than aj-a-000 001) have a 2 piece assembly which should be easier to remove and cheaper to replace if needed. The DPF/NOx filter on the 2009 is VW#1k0 254 705 g and the rear catalyst is VW#1k0 254 401 n. The 2010 assembly is: DPF/downpipe VW#1k0 254 706 L or 1k0 254 401 t, NOx filter VW# 1k0 254 401 t, and rear catalyst VW#1k0 254 401 r.
All transmission gearing is slightly taller for 2010. The gear ratios are listed back at the top of page 1.
Bluetooth, radio, and interior - See 1000q: VW 9w2 9w3 Bluetooth FAQ for more details and to retrofit the 9w2 bluetooth for 9w3 bluetooth.
The 2010 Jetta sedan gets standard 9w3 bluetooth. This has voice control, phone book, and outgoing call capability. A similar spec model bluetooth is available in the 2010 Audi A3 TDI.
Standard on USA Golf TDI for 2010 is 9w2 bluetooth mounted on the overhead light console and pictured below. 9W2 is similar in function to Volk-L bluetooth which means that it only answers calls. You have to use the telephone to place outgoing calls. If you have voice control on your mobile phone you should be able to place outgoing calls through it.
2010 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI
gets 9w2 bluetooth only. *Canada - at this time no Golf Wagon comes with
bluetooth from the factory. This can be added at the dealer level with a
kit.
Note the deletion of the front diffuser vent vs. the 2008 cars and the silver trim around the
air vents. The dashboard has a smoother look. The instrument cluster is enclosed in pods and the cluster is
also smoother.
Gallery of mk6 vs. mk5 interior
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The door lock/unlock and side mirror buttons are in a slightly different
location on the driver's side door grab handle. The pics above and below
show the new switches. Below is the older 2009 driver's side door and switches.
All 2010 TDI in the US get a new standard multifunction steering wheel (MFSW), new
multifunction display (MFD+), and instrument panel. Note that the below
picture is of a Jetta sedan. The Golf and Wagons get the pod cluster pictured
above. Here you can still see the diffuser air vent in front of the center
vents.
The 2010 has a new multifunction display MFD+
and instrument panel. The speedometer in this picture is in kilometers.
The new
multifunction steering wheel is standard for all TDI in the US, both sedan, hatchback, and
sportwagen. In 2009, the MFSW was only
standard in the US TDI sedan, it was not available in the sportwagen TDI.
For Canada, MFSW and MFD+ is standard on highline trim only. Note that the
below picture is of a sedan. The Golf and Wagons get the pod cluster
pictured at top.
The 2009 and earlier MFD+ display and instrument panel - color was red, it's now
white. The red vs. white
displays will only work with different bluetooth part numbers. See 1000q:
mk5/mk6 VW Bluetooth FAQ for details and how to activate the phone book menu
in the MFD+ display as seen above.
Here is the 2009 TDI interior with the older multifunction steering wheel, premium 7 radio, and manual climate control.
The premium 7 radio was not touchscreen.
New for 2010 premium 8 RCD-510 touchscreen radio. This is the standard
radio in all US TDI. Canada only: standard on sportline and highline
only. The RCD 510 specs are: no hard drive for music but SD card
capable. Compared to the RNS 510 GPS system, it does not play DVD video or
display the Bluetooth phone book on the touchscreen (North American models only,
Euro models have this capability). It does have an in dash 6 cd
changer and 6.5" touchscreen. Screen resolution is half of RNS 510
because it's not a nav. Make sure that
your dealer writes down the RCD 510 radio code on the owner's manual or invoice.
The Golf's optional Dynaudio 300w radio is 8 speaker, no subwoofer.
Here is a demo of the RCD 510 touchscreen VW radio. The one shown here
vs. the one shown in the car above has a slightly different faceplace.
Here is another demo of the RCD510 VW head unit. The official specs say
it'll support 2GB SD cards but this person says it supports 8GB cards too.
Dual zone auto climate control is on top, North American TDI get the classic 3 dial
controls (temp, fan, direction) shown bottom. If equipped with the cold
weather package and heated seats, you activate the heat by pushing the middle of
the climate control knobs.
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Here are some video reviews of the new golf vs. old rabbit/golf.
UK review of the new Golf TDI vs older Euro market Golf TDI
Fifth Gear Golf 6 test drive
Why not a hybrid like the Prius?
The car most compared to a Jetta TDI is the Prius. However, driving
feel and handling, looks, and size (station wagon) are all very different.
For more details on why a Jetta is a good choice and why not a hybrid, see 1000q:
general TDI buying guide and checklists. If you are totally new to
diesels and would like some basic information on how a different from a gasoline
car, see 1000q: how a diesel works.
Real world experiences since 1996 have shown that the EPA fuel economy ratings
for TDIs tend to be low. Even after accounting for variation between cars,
drivers, and test conditions, TDIs really shine on highway mpg. But a
diesel is not all about the best fuel economy or lowest cost per mile! I
believe that the Jetta TDI sedan and wagon are an excellent choice for most
people due to the combination of safety features, fuel economy, resale value,
handling, and cost. The best car for you is a car that matches your
needs, not mine. It comes down to your values of what you want in a
car and economy. Even still, Autoweek magazine said, "For comfort,
quiet and highway handling, our drivers found the TDI had significant advantages
over every other car in the test. It would have been our choice, in other words,
for an easy daytrip on the interstates, regardless of fuel economy. And we
topped the hybrids by driving with just a little attention to fuel economy, not
making it an obsession." Ultimately, your mileage and experience
may vary depending on your driving style and other factors. If your choice
of car were based solely on money, buying a well maintained, used, compact car
like a Civic will cost far less in depreciation, sales tax, and lifetime fuel
costs compared to buying any new car! And if fuel economy were everything
then ride a bike!
Below left is a video review of the Prius vs. Jetta TDI (diesel fuel is now
less expensive than gas, the video was made when diesel was more expensive).
Production of the Golf on the assembly line
Engine testing and assembly (very last part is Touareg specific)
Chassis testing for test cars (reminds me of driving in Boston although I've hit
more huge potholes in NYC)
There is a lot more 2009 VW Jetta TDI and 2010 VW Golf TDI info on this site, feel free to search below or sign up at the forums