hi all
very interested in the performance, mileage and cargo space of a TDI sportwagen. but from what I've read here, the TDI isn't all that suitable primarily for short trips. I commute by bus and would use the wagon for running errands around town during the week. probably for trips that take no more than 10 minutes.
I do like to ski, bike and hike, though. but because I carpool on these trips, I typically drive an hour more out of town only about once a month.
what would be the minimum amount of highway driving a TDI would need to keep the clean exhaust system or engine happy? are there any tips for driving a TDI on short trips? could I really damage the car?
my gut tells me a gasser would be more appropriate. but the problem is the TDI sportwagen is so fun to drive! wondering what others in my position have purchased.
very interested in the performance, mileage and cargo space of a TDI sportwagen. but from what I've read here, the TDI isn't all that suitable primarily for short trips. I commute by bus and would use the wagon for running errands around town during the week. probably for trips that take no more than 10 minutes.
I do like to ski, bike and hike, though. but because I carpool on these trips, I typically drive an hour more out of town only about once a month.
what would be the minimum amount of highway driving a TDI would need to keep the clean exhaust system or engine happy? are there any tips for driving a TDI on short trips? could I really damage the car?
my gut tells me a gasser would be more appropriate. but the problem is the TDI sportwagen is so fun to drive! wondering what others in my position have purchased.