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Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Powertrain Performance Pros and Cons
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2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member3418 -Very easily used powerband -Engine loves to rev -DSG transmission is wicked fast |
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2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member3283 The powerful V6 with a low RPM torque band starting at 2300 RPM which makes it a great city car vs my previous experience with 4-cylinder turbo engines in like compact vehicles. Engine as coupled with the DSG tranny is a fantastic combo. |
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2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member3195 Its okay, 150hp is sufficient, the 170 torque feels awesome |
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2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member454 The little 2.0L turbo four is incredibly torquey, though it manages to provide virtually no torque steer. The power delivery is fluid and fun making simple driving activities like merging on the highway or changing lanes something to look forward to. |
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2006 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Pros and Cons Member2827 Sluggish in the winter. |
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2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member2879 All-wheel drive; DSG gearbox is best auto-manual I have driven. |
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2002 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Pros and Cons A member in New York, United States Great low range torque. Quick acceleration. |
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2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member2799 Nice performance/quick/smooth powertrain |
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2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member1374 very good pull at low rpm; commonly shift 1/3/5 in traffic, 1/3/6 freeway |
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2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member2758 Even with a 200hp/207lb torque turbo engine there is nearly no lag and an absence of torque steer. The extremely flat torque curve allows for easy passing. Probably the best compromise of power, mpg, and comfort available. |
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2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons A member in Texas, United States The narrow angle VR6 is a spectacularly smooth engine once warmed up. Paired with the tuned exhaust system it makes Porsche-esque noises and has strong, turbine like response in the midrange revs. Just enough power to keep you from getting into trouble. |
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Pros and Cons A member in Manitoba, Canada Torquey, smooth, easy to drive. |
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2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons A member in New York, United States |
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2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member471 Great torque. Not fussy. Outstanding drivability |
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2005 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Pros and Cons Member687 highly responsive turbocharged engine. good torque. minimal turbo lag. |
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2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons mpaisis Very fast from the factory (200hp)...Even faster after 2 upgrades (270hp) and plenty of after market support. |
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2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member1450 Smooth, linear, exceptional power for class. |
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2002 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Pros and Cons Member2627 Climbs hills or mts with ease with a/c on, good power |
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2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member2484 Very linear you can feel the power through the entire torque curve. |
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2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons A member in Massachusetts, United States Lots of torque all across the power-band, entertaining amount of power but still very reasonable on gas, especially on the highway. |
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2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons A member in Minnesota, United States DSG is as fun as a manual. 2.5 has good power but gets worse mileage than the gti. |
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2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons Member644 A smooth and powerful performer that still gets good fuel economy. |
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2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Pros and Cons A member in Illinois, United States The VR6 has real character. It tends to be a little rough on cold start-up, but the noises it makes are intoxicating. Once warm, it is smooth as a turbine. The DSG is a wonderment, changing gears seamlessly, and exactly when you ask for them. |
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