Just wanted to say hi from a new VW owner and a new member.
As I researched my purchase, this site offered the best detail and technical information about the VW TDI. Information I found here helped me make my decision to buy. I finally pulled the trigger and traded my 07 Honda Civic SI (sweet ride and loads of fun to drive), 28-30 mpg city and 34-37mpg on the road, doing speed limit plus 5.
I have just put my first 1000 miles on the JSW, and am mostly happy with my decision. 44.2 mpg on the Number 2 average indicator since new. I love the tech behind the TDI, the fit and finish are OK, love the gadgets, (I have the telephone interface, am still trying to decipher the manual, (worst I have ever seen!)), I like the potential longevity of the motor and the slight decrease in fuel cost per mile. I'm a little scared of the systems and the potential cost to maintain the car long term. (120k mile DPF replacement? $$?)
I'm sure I will have questions and hope I can help answer some as I become more familiar.
As background, my family has had 3 Honda Hybrids since 2000, and we have had incredible results with them. The only Hybrid left is my wifes 03 Civic Hyb, MT with over 120k on it, and she consistently gets 53-57mpg, (mid winter down to 44-49mpg). Doesn't matter if shes driving suburban or over the road. We live near Chicago and the driving is always challenging.
If I was concerned only about gas mileage, I would have purchased another Hybrid. For now, I am enjoying the ride and the new feel of the Diesel.
As I researched my purchase, this site offered the best detail and technical information about the VW TDI. Information I found here helped me make my decision to buy. I finally pulled the trigger and traded my 07 Honda Civic SI (sweet ride and loads of fun to drive), 28-30 mpg city and 34-37mpg on the road, doing speed limit plus 5.
I have just put my first 1000 miles on the JSW, and am mostly happy with my decision. 44.2 mpg on the Number 2 average indicator since new. I love the tech behind the TDI, the fit and finish are OK, love the gadgets, (I have the telephone interface, am still trying to decipher the manual, (worst I have ever seen!)), I like the potential longevity of the motor and the slight decrease in fuel cost per mile. I'm a little scared of the systems and the potential cost to maintain the car long term. (120k mile DPF replacement? $$?)
I'm sure I will have questions and hope I can help answer some as I become more familiar.
As background, my family has had 3 Honda Hybrids since 2000, and we have had incredible results with them. The only Hybrid left is my wifes 03 Civic Hyb, MT with over 120k on it, and she consistently gets 53-57mpg, (mid winter down to 44-49mpg). Doesn't matter if shes driving suburban or over the road. We live near Chicago and the driving is always challenging.
If I was concerned only about gas mileage, I would have purchased another Hybrid. For now, I am enjoying the ride and the new feel of the Diesel.