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Volkswagen Jetta V 1.4 TSI (160 Hp) DSG
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Volkswagen Jetta:
The Volkswagen Jetta is a compact car/small family car manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen since 1979. Positioned to fill a sedan niche slightly above the firm's Golf hatchback, it has been marketed over seven generations, variously as the Atlantic, Vento, Bora, City Jetta, Jetta City, GLI, Jetta, Clasico, and Sagitar.
The Jetta has been offered in two- and four-door saloon / sedan and sometimes as five-door wagon / estate versions. Since the original version in 1980, the car has grown in size and power with each generation. By mid-2011, almost 10 million Jettas have been produced and sold all over the world. As of April 2014, Volkswagen marketed over 14 million, becoming its top selling model....(Read more on Wikipedia)
V Overview:
Volkswagen Jetta (V). With 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8 l/100km). With a weight of 1380 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
While the Jetta V itself was not directly tested by Euro NCAP, its platform-mate, the Volkswagen Golf V, achieved an excellent 5-star rating for adult occupant protection in 2004, indicating strong underlying safety credentials for the Jetta V.
1.4 TSI (160 Hp) DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A refined and powerful version of the 1.4 TSI, offering excellent acceleration and smooth power delivery, paired perfectly with the DSG.
Fuel Economy
Outstanding fuel economy, showcasing the efficiency improvements in later TSI iterations.
Community Verdict
This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.
2.9 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 21 discussions
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines (TSI/TDI)
- • Refined ride quality and comfortable interior
- • Spacious trunk for a sedan
- • Solid build quality and premium feel for its class
- • Good safety ratings (based on Golf V platform)
Cons:
- • Some older petrol engines (1.6i, 2.0 FSI) can be underpowered or less efficient
- • Certain early TSI/TFSI engines had known reliability issues (e.g., timing chains, carbon buildup)
- • Interior design can be perceived as conservative by some
- • Rear legroom is adequate but not class-leading
- • Older automatic transmissions (Tiptronic) are less refined than DSG
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V: 2007 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Jetta |
| Generation: | V |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 TSI (160 Hp) DSG |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 115.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 240 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CAVD, CTHD, CTKA More details about the engine CAVD, CTHD, CTKA |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Coolant: | 5.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 115.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 173.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1380 |
| Max. weight: | 1870 |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 527 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4554 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1781 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1459 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2578 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1534 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1512 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5 x 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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