I just test drove a manual 2009 Jetta Sportswagen TDI and I was surprised at how "soft" the steering is. Earlier in the day I test drove the 2009 Subaru Outback XT and it seemed to have much more responsive steering. I was surprised by the Jetta's steering since I had read so many reports on how responsive the vehicle is. I'm wondering if it's a case of me just being used to "Japanese steering responsiveness" or something similar.
The steering on the Sportswagen was not "bad," just slow to turn the car. It felt like I was in a German luxury car rather than a small utility car. Has anyone else experienced this or am I just nuts?
It's also much more spartan than the Outback. If it weren't for the fuel economy I'd be heading towards the Outback. I find that my "green genes" are at war with my "comfort genes" ...
Casey
The steering on the Sportswagen was not "bad," just slow to turn the car. It felt like I was in a German luxury car rather than a small utility car. Has anyone else experienced this or am I just nuts?
It's also much more spartan than the Outback. If it weren't for the fuel economy I'd be heading towards the Outback. I find that my "green genes" are at war with my "comfort genes" ...
Casey