VW Jetta V - when the Golf is too small

First Jetta, then Vento, then Bora and finally? Jetta again. Volkswagen has come full circle, but continues to produce the C-segment sedan, which is increasingly entering the aftermarket. Should I be afraid of Golf?

In fact, Volkswagen has been making compact sedans since 1979. It was then that the Jetta I appeared on the market, which also appeared as a 2-door coupe. As you might guess, she was a relative of the VW Golf I. After the first generation, the second generation came, and then the concern began to experiment. The 4-door Vento was produced in parallel with the VW Golf III. However, the manufacturer quickly moved away from this name, as it began to produce the Bora sedan along with the Golf IV. All this to conclude that the name "Jetta" was not so bad, so today we can still buy this model in car dealerships.

Volkswagen Jetta V was produced in 2005-2010. It took full advantage of Volkswagen Golf V technologies. The design was placed on the same PQ35 platform. The styling was a little different - the front end, after minor modifications, was harnessed from the Golf, and the rear end was a bit like the Passat. The only question is, what should the Jetta actually be?

VW Jetta - a pinch of prestige

The compact sedan from Wolfsburg can be summed up in one statement - for those who think the Golf is too small and the Passat is too big. Or, if you like, too expensive. This makes the Jetta such a sweet spot. Kilograms of chrome are the envy of her hatchback counterpart, and the classic line adds a pinch of prestige. One thing is for sure - the same thing breaks in the Jetta as in the Golf.

The suspension is quite stable, but you still need to be prepared to replace the stabilizer links and other small parts. They are not expensive because there are many substitutes on the market. The situation is worse with the steering mechanism, which can make disturbing sounds and pull the wallet harder. In addition, the electronics fail - both inside and under the hood. The ignition system and all engine units are quite fragile. The cooling system can also cause problems. However, powertrains can present the most surprises, so choose the ground well.

Gasoline direct injection engines with the FSI designation have problems with carbon buildup. Usually they have to be cleaned every 100 1.4. km - otherwise they will start working in emergency mode. But with the supercharged 140 TSI the situation is much worse. You can quickly grow to like it because it's flexible and quite lively, but at the time it suffered from problems with the timing system. It is worth checking that he participated in the silent service. Moreover, in the 2.0 hp version. there is a risk of cracking the pistons. On the other hand, the TSI flagship tends to consume a lot of oil. What about diesels?

The 1.9 TDI has its drawbacks, but it's a relatively safe choice, as is the slightly vague 1.6 TDI. The 2.0 TDI present at the beginning of production with unit injectors looks much worse. The heads crack and settle, problems are caused by pump injectors, the lubrication system and the timing drive - the list of breakdowns is quite extensive. Some of the problems were solved when the company replaced the unit injectors with the Common Rail system, that is, after 2007.

There are also problems with the particulate filter, supercharger and mass wheel, but in any case, these faults are quite common in modern cars. After all, it cannot be said that the Jetta is a problem car. And why should you buy it instead of the Golf?

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As for the interior, there are no surprises here - everything is almost the same as in the Golf. Which does not mean that it is bad, because based on the almost 2.6-meter wheelbase, it was possible to create a fairly spacious interior. 4 people can fit inside without too much trouble and no one should complain. In the case of a detachment of 5 people, there is not enough space in the back in the area of ​​\u527b\uXNUMXbthe shoulders. Driving comfortably. It can be adjusted in two planes and there are no problems finding the right position. In addition, the ergonomics are pleasant. Everything is intelligently planned, there are huge pockets in the doors, as well as more compartments and shelves. However, the biggest trump card is the trunk of XNUMX liters. And what is the best engine?

The base 1.6L petrol engine is old school, so there is nothing to run it on. Unfortunately, the performance won't be amazing - you'll have to keep it at high speed, and 102km won't work wonders in a small limousine either. However, the supercharged 1.4 TSI will fit perfectly, although its service problems must be borne in mind. It can be from 122 to 160 km, but the weakest is flexible and ready to work from the lowest revs. The 2.0L option, especially in the supercharged version, can be recommended to fans of more performance.

Diesels that are suitable for the Jetta are risky - we are talking about a 2.0 TDI engine with 140 or 170 hp. An honest 1.9 TDI or 1.6 TDI is more durable, but unfortunately neither guarantees good performance. However, they are ideal for a smooth transition from one point to another. If you treat it with care, then at the gas station you will be paid back.

The Volkswagen Jetta V was clearly more expensive than the Golf in the showroom. This is right? In many ways, it's the same car. However, if a bunch of chrome accessories, a larger trunk and the nature of a Passat substitute are tempting, then it's worth looking for a Jetta in the secondary market. The rest of the Golf will meet the requirements.

This article was created thanks to the courtesy of TopCar, who provided a car from the current offer for a test and photo session.

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