2015 Audi A3 TDI - Redline: Review

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@COBRO56HD
@COBRO56HD 9 жыл бұрын
I love this guy compared to most car review people! He doesn't down the diesels, he encourages them!!!! I love my mom's Jetta TDI so much. She averages 42-46 combined and I've hit 58 mpg highway as my record fuel economy. No Pruis can hit over 40 easily unless you abuse city driving for the numbers, and it will never beat a diesel in performance.
@ibuiltmineo1oo
@ibuiltmineo1oo Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this review. Years later I'm looking at a used one, and your video is still very relevant.
@SUNNMANN139
@SUNNMANN139 9 жыл бұрын
I was looking for a good, thorough review of the A3 diesel, and you NAILED it, buddy. A great looking little Audi. The mileage of the diesel that you're getting is absolutely phenomenal ! 30 mpg in the city??? 45 hwy??? Nice! Thanks for your efforts.
@drewtaft7514
@drewtaft7514 9 жыл бұрын
you can sync the dual climate control by holding the auto button down for 3-4 seconds
@AlternativeUses
@AlternativeUses 9 жыл бұрын
Great review as usual! I'm not sure if this applies to the a3, but in my a5, if you press in the drivers temperature knob, the passenger temp syncs up with it. I found it though a list of "easter eggs".
@ChrisGugliuzza
@ChrisGugliuzza 9 жыл бұрын
"Diesels are grunters" 1 minute later.. "they're not grunters" lol
@TheYellowSchoolBusDude
@TheYellowSchoolBusDude 9 жыл бұрын
As an FYI, if you press and hold the auto button on the climate knob, it will sync the two temperatures! :)
@ShaunJW1
@ShaunJW1 9 жыл бұрын
You can sync the aircon by holding the Auto button in for more than 4 seconds
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@edwinzaid810 3 жыл бұрын
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@reecedarwin7956 3 жыл бұрын
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@edwinzaid810
@edwinzaid810 3 жыл бұрын
@Reece Darwin glad I could help :)
@sportriderseattle
@sportriderseattle 8 жыл бұрын
I have the same car minus the sport seats/paddle shifters. It's a great car, but Audi needs to design a few things more friendly for the driver. I am 5'10" tall. complaint #1 is the heater controls. They are a long reach to make adjustments, to the point that my shoulder gets slightly hyper-extended to reach them, or I have to reach forward. Controls should never be a reach, but a very simply touch with the raising of your arm/hands and fingers. Complaint #2 is the front seats: the base, where you sit is too short from your lowerback/hip to the front under your thigh leaving ill support to the underside of your thigh (kinda making it feel like your seated on a bench as apposed to a couch). This can be remedied with the purchase of the sport seats. Complaint #3, the computer dash display (driver information system) AND the MMI display does not have a memory. Say you select the dash display (the one in the center of the gauges that shows mileage, fuel economy, etc, or whatever you wish for it to display so you only see the speedo and tach) once you turn off the car, it reverts back to the standard display being shown with all the data. Same with the MMI. You select radio presets for instance as apposed to the entire list of stations available. Once the engine is turned off then turned back on, it reverts to standard radio. Lastly (at least for the moment) as usual with VW and Audi, the tilt steering wheel needs more "down" positions than "up". I could not even imagine a person say well over 6 feet tall having to push that seat all the way back and the steering wheel would be even further from the driver's thighs. I remember the day where cars in the 70's and 80's you could just about have that steering wheel laying in your lap. ...Oh and the accelerator pedal is very heavy
@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan
@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan Жыл бұрын
This generation A3, the 8V, is the best generation for this car by far. Design and looks are flawless.
@mrunalmali9
@mrunalmali9 9 жыл бұрын
To sync both temperatures in climate control system is press and hold the auto button and the temperature will be the same
@boovoo66
@boovoo66 9 жыл бұрын
Great review s! I just got one and love it ! Traded in my 2009 gti this car is stil very fun to drive ! And with an msrp around 33ish great buy!
@PaulMatthewsEsq
@PaulMatthewsEsq 4 жыл бұрын
We are now in 2020. I am looking for a used car that is small, reliable, has decent power and is classy. What do you think about this car as a 5 year old used car?
@aldobecerra3139
@aldobecerra3139 8 жыл бұрын
I wish it offered awd .
@ChadRobertHill
@ChadRobertHill 9 жыл бұрын
You can sync the dual zone climate control. Hold down the auto button for a couple of seconds and the temp with the left knob. Well it did in the base model they gave me whilst my A4 was in service.
@Dankcatvacs
@Dankcatvacs 9 жыл бұрын
there is nothing ever cheap about any audi
@crashice667
@crashice667 9 жыл бұрын
Love the way this car shifts
@matty1723
@matty1723 9 жыл бұрын
This is the aim for my first proper car. I just have a vaxuhall corsa at the moment. A car which probably no american has heard of.
@XavierTuAmazing
@XavierTuAmazing 9 жыл бұрын
I just got this car you could sync temp by hold the temp button for 3 second. Other than that great vid
@carmodelcartestvideo8783
@carmodelcartestvideo8783 9 жыл бұрын
i like this car model so much
@waruilewi
@waruilewi 9 жыл бұрын
Another quality review as we've come to expect from you, Sofyan. Any thoughts on the long-term reliability surrounding these complex common rail diesels that VAG's currently using? Their previous pumpe düse designes weren't known for being overly reliable and the long-term (10+ years) durability of the TDI concerns me a bit. Will the fact that VAG uses a timing belt for more precise fuel combustion in this engine generation add to additional maintenance worries down the line too?
@pongpongpiano504
@pongpongpiano504 9 жыл бұрын
Hold the "AUTO" AC button, both temperature will be in sync
@RobertLeBlancPhoto
@RobertLeBlancPhoto 6 жыл бұрын
Pong Pong Piano Yup. I just bought my 2018 a few weeks ago and to look that up in the manual. I figured out how to turn on the side mirror heaters too. ☺️
@JA_Everything
@JA_Everything 9 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your reviews very much. I'm in the planning stage of purchasing a new car. Do you plan to review the Audi s5?
@studjango
@studjango 9 жыл бұрын
Mr Redline, I was wondering if you had any plans on reviewing the Infiniti Q50? Thnx. Love you reviews. I left "Everyman Driver" to watch you & TFL for car reviews. Keep up the good professional work!
@flooriiin
@flooriiin 9 жыл бұрын
You CAN sync the two clime zone by pressing and holding the Auto button for a couple of seconds. It's true it is not obvious at all and it took some frustrating tries until finding out.
@Trades46
@Trades46 8 жыл бұрын
I eagerly await your review & comment on the A3 E-tron seeing as the A3 TDI is now pretty much discontinued in North America. I didn't care much for this TDI model (probably because it is transplanted from the Golf & Jetta?) but the Plug-in E-tron is intriguing.
@sergioval4589
@sergioval4589 8 ай бұрын
Who has over 140k miles? What issues have you encountered?
@steph3578
@steph3578 9 жыл бұрын
A lot of people buy hybrids for carpool lane access. Low emissions are a huge selling point for people in California.
@rkky
@rkky 9 жыл бұрын
Really wanted to see a review of the 2.0 engine with AWD
@theredline
@theredline 9 жыл бұрын
We'll be sure to review that model separately :)
@bigphat200
@bigphat200 9 жыл бұрын
Which one would you really perfer? This model or a base A4
@Antenox
@Antenox 9 жыл бұрын
I'm curious, how do you compare the overall driving experience between the Audi A3 and the Mazda3 s Grand Touring? I'm in the market for a new car, and I really want all of the premium features and especially the technology features (particularly adaptive cruise control, which is a must-have for me). The price is not really an issue; for me it's more about having a good driving experience that has as few compromises as possible. How would you characterize the driving experience of both cars? Which one is sportier, which one is more comfortable for long drives, which one handles better, which one feels quicker, etc.?
@ahastar1141
@ahastar1141 9 жыл бұрын
So just out of curiosity, I read something that you would have to drive a diesel vehicle for at least 80-100 thousand miles from new to offset the upcharge of the Diesel engine vs an unleaded as well as the more expensive fuel price in North America and make it financially a better choice. Anyone know if this true?
@Justin-ig8cd
@Justin-ig8cd 9 жыл бұрын
Two of the major costs of car ownership are fuel and depreciation. In the U.S., diesel is comparable to premium gasoline prices (your alternative for any other Audi). If you consider resale value, the TDI would be a smart choice as it holds value especially well and you get better mpg in the meantime. If you are leasing (with little chance of having equity at the end of the lease term), then you should weigh the difference in fuel costs between the two motors offered (base on the number of miles you drive) vs the difference in monthly lease payment.
@tedhorwitz1517
@tedhorwitz1517 9 жыл бұрын
Great thoughtful review. Thanks.
@vulcanpro5040
@vulcanpro5040 9 жыл бұрын
Reviews are really well done. I bought by CTS VSport partially based on your review. But PLEASE. Replace that camera mount that keeps shaking and "clicking"! Takes away from the "premium" reviews you are attempting to produce. Thanks for everything.
@Trades46
@Trades46 9 жыл бұрын
My biggest gripe with this trim is the fact you cannot specify a TDI motor with Audi's signature quattro AWD. That is kind of a deal breaker for me.
@Trades46
@Trades46 9 жыл бұрын
***** That's what I said. A pity good MPGs and AWD are mutually exclusive.
@brightlightdun
@brightlightdun 9 жыл бұрын
I think...press the temperature button for 2 sec., both side temperature will sync.
@AUav8r05
@AUav8r05 9 жыл бұрын
Great review..what kind of music do you use for your intro?
@sauditeenager
@sauditeenager 9 жыл бұрын
Please try to finally review the CLA! We've been waiting for long...thanks!
@atoossa88
@atoossa88 9 жыл бұрын
Do you notice the scrollbar on the left side of MMI screen when turning that wheel? Since it's on the left, going upward means clockwise. Logical.
@davidviner4932
@davidviner4932 4 жыл бұрын
We have a diesel convertible version of this car here in the UK also in Scuba Blue, my BMW I series M Sport 2l diesel convertible will have a rest later this week as the Audi does the South of France this year
@Sickboyfriend
@Sickboyfriend 9 жыл бұрын
I wish we had TDI sportback.
@peeledback
@peeledback 9 жыл бұрын
+Han Chen not anymore!
@Blackpaper92
@Blackpaper92 9 жыл бұрын
+peeledback why not? because they cheated on some data? This doesn't change the fact that this is a premium car, it is safe and you will be happy for years with one of them.
@edweagle
@edweagle 9 жыл бұрын
Nice car, only issue I have with it is the size and features of a fully loaded genesis compared to it. Really puts that price into perspective then
@user-zw5ww9tz1j
@user-zw5ww9tz1j 9 жыл бұрын
What do you think about the haldex quattro on the gas models vs. the torsen quattro on the bigger Audis?
@marco1173
@marco1173 8 жыл бұрын
For all the hate they get from Americans, there is nothing quite like a well built German car. This Audi looks the part, even for its size. The big downside is the price and the expensive maintenance. It's probably better to lease rather than buy.
@johnsonl3656
@johnsonl3656 9 жыл бұрын
I love the torque of diesel engine, but the problem is the price of diesel. It's almost a dollar more than regular unleaded gas. I think because of that reason people don't really buy them.
@justinbrown2570
@justinbrown2570 9 жыл бұрын
I 2nd
@SlipknotMaggot0526
@SlipknotMaggot0526 9 жыл бұрын
Only in the U.S. it is like that though. Much of Europe diesel fuel is less expensive than gas. Apparently because of supply and demand. So the more people buy diesel vehicles the lower diesel fuel will cost.
@theproweb
@theproweb 9 жыл бұрын
SlipknotMaggot0526 Isn't diesel taxed more in the US? At least that's what I heard.
@geragosian805
@geragosian805 9 жыл бұрын
SlipknotMaggot0526 theproweb No, diesel has tax incentives through much of Europe, which makes it much cheaper to operate. With that said, they're likely going to take those incentives away as opinions about diesel changes due to the smog problems created by diesel. www.autoblog.com/2015/02/02/uk-admits-supporting-diesel-cars-was-wrong-decisi/ www.bloomberg.com/bw/articles/2014-06-05/london-leads-eu-in-car-pollution-diesel-fuel-blamed www.autoblog.com/2014/12/01/france-moves-to-ban-diesel/ Also, gasoline preference is not just a US thing, most nations with strict rules on NOx, high demands for the lowerest sulfur diesel, and with few incentives to lower diesel operating costs, prefer gasoline in light vehicles. Eg: Japan and Australia largely buy gasoline for passenger cars like the US.
@sic22l
@sic22l 9 жыл бұрын
Geragosian "diesel has tax incentives" weren't based on fuel but other running costs like road taxes etc. In Europe diesel and gasoline are similarily taxed. In the US though there are more taxes on diesel that's why it's more expensive. PS. There's very high demand on low sulphur diesel in Europe.
@3991-m6u
@3991-m6u 9 жыл бұрын
surprised how low the mpg is, i have never seen my 2006 2.0 tdi do below about 40mpg and that was with me thrashing it around single track roads up hills etc. is it because the roads in america are grid system or something?
@alqumaro
@alqumaro 9 жыл бұрын
Would you choose Audi A3 over the Acura ILX (newest model) with similar specs? Thanks.
@theredline
@theredline 9 жыл бұрын
We'd go with the A3 Quattro model over the ILX simply because we love the interior and AWD of the Audi versus the ILX.
@waruilewi
@waruilewi 9 жыл бұрын
***** The A3 interior is more attractive than the ILX but I think the new '16 ILX is a better value and certainly more reliable after the warranty ends. To get adaptive CC, lane assist, etc. you're looking at Prestige line packages which is only available in NA Audi's top trim. The A3 counters with more upscale optional appointments like power folding mirrors, a Houdini-like hidden nav screen, panoramic sunroof, leather seats with thigh extensions and LED ambient lighting that Acura lacks. As a commuter, the ILX wins in the transmission dept, as the DCT (S-tronic) 6-speed slightly lurches about in stop-and-go rush hour traffic, while the 8-speed DCT in the Acura has a torque converter to offer noticeably smoother delivery. Maintenance on the Audi S-tronic DCT like VW's DSG is every 40k and will set you back about $300-400 while the Acura DCT is good for 100k. For more efficient commuting, the ILX also has better gas mileage over the 2.0 TSI, Slurpee-capable upholders, multi-view rear camera, visor extenders and seating memory which are not available on any A3. Then again for inclement conditions the AWD on the 2.0 TSI may come in handy, and the A3 ride quality and interior noise levels at speed both better the Acura. Smaller turning radius and shorter overall length with the A3 both help in tight urban conditions. For audio with only 15 minutes' listening, I consider ELS surround and Bang + Olufsen offerings to be a wash. Initial fit and finish is also superior on the Audi but longer-term durability sides with the non-turbo Acura. So yeah, I can't decide either...
@kylekrave2514
@kylekrave2514 3 жыл бұрын
No one really likes Acura 😕 all around = nope
@HowToGoSupernova
@HowToGoSupernova 9 жыл бұрын
Forester review please. And please cover the safety features in depth
@TheYellowSchoolBusDude
@TheYellowSchoolBusDude 9 жыл бұрын
Strange you can't get Quattro with the diesel. Other wise the A3 is a beautiful car and totally worth the money!
@urielbrabus5350
@urielbrabus5350 9 жыл бұрын
Just got a Auddi for the first time and it's probably going to be the last... HATE😤 the engine noise
@Clodrock
@Clodrock 2 жыл бұрын
Get a KermaTDI tune on this car and it will turn into a BEAST!
@borninhk1
@borninhk1 9 жыл бұрын
Will be interesting to compare the FWD Audi A3 vs. the Jetta TDI on which it is based on!
@paulattree4171
@paulattree4171 3 жыл бұрын
5 YEARS LATE TO THE PARTY. Never mind i just bought my first a3
@AudiDstay
@AudiDstay 3 жыл бұрын
Hows the A3 held up? And is it a TDI? Im in the market for one for sure!
@jakobbecker6435
@jakobbecker6435 3 жыл бұрын
@@AudiDstay We have one and they’re great. 15 tdi premium plus with basically every option but the sport package. Not hiccups with the engine but had to get a wheel speed sensor replaced and the center vents stopped blowing but other than that it’s been great
@aidand8195
@aidand8195 9 жыл бұрын
I was beginning not to like your reviews you've been putting out because of the indoor filming but to be honest this review was excellent. Good job my friend! Or soyfan bae as many call you lol
@bjkthebest
@bjkthebest 9 жыл бұрын
Can you do a Pontiac g8 review? Thanks
@vladsaghin7644
@vladsaghin7644 9 жыл бұрын
VW Golf TDi is still better imo if you compare the price with the A3... Can't say the golf isn't premium feeling either
@khalidcarrillo1132
@khalidcarrillo1132 8 жыл бұрын
+Vlad Saghin The Golf looks beautiful with the Aluminium trim. Has a very good touchscreen too if people prefer that.
@tuolumne9
@tuolumne9 9 жыл бұрын
The only question is whether to go for the Golf 7 TDI or the A3 TDI. The CLA and ILX Aren't even worth considering - they focus on the entry part of entry level luxury.
@theproweb
@theproweb 9 жыл бұрын
A3. Better resale value, brand recognition, better infotainment and overall quality is probably better.
@stephenwhite4799
@stephenwhite4799 9 жыл бұрын
In the later model last gen ones you could get quarto all wheel drive and the Diesel engine as well (not at the same time the deisel was fwd)
@HodsBroo
@HodsBroo 9 жыл бұрын
didn't the 1st gen audi a3 come with a 3.2 drive train too?
@criticalloves
@criticalloves 9 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video, I follow you since many months ago, I would love if you could put the price on the video like the beginning engine price and price as tested
@Timo606
@Timo606 9 жыл бұрын
Oil burners ftw!
@LukeO-1234
@LukeO-1234 9 жыл бұрын
Will the hatchback only offer the hybrid power train
@seb5945
@seb5945 9 жыл бұрын
Is this more like GTD or just Golf TDI?
@carbrickscity
@carbrickscity 9 жыл бұрын
It's weird that this Audi does not come with push button start and rear view camera on the base model ($30k), while many cheaper cars ($20k) already have those features.
@sic22l
@sic22l 9 жыл бұрын
Cheaper cars are feature cars, not quality ones.
@amanwithaplan4103
@amanwithaplan4103 9 жыл бұрын
My dad bought my mom a CRV EXL for Christmas las year, and my aunt who owns a 2013 lexus RX said it feels almost as luxurious as her car.
@carbrickscity
@carbrickscity 9 жыл бұрын
AManWithAPlan4 Agree. Same thing for the new Mazda3 GT, almost as luxury as the entry level luxury class.
@waruilewi
@waruilewi 9 жыл бұрын
vader11111 The driving dynamics on the Madza 3 can't compare to the Audi A3, drive both at speed and you'll know.
@carbrickscity
@carbrickscity 9 жыл бұрын
waruilewi So what's your point? We never mention the driving dynamics between the A3 and the Mazda. We were saying the $30k+ don't even have push button start and rear view camera, while a $23k Mazda3 has both. Plus, the Mazda3 is the most fun to drive car in its class. The A3 is not in even in this class. I would get the Mazda3 over the A3 anyday.
@jarekjellison817
@jarekjellison817 8 жыл бұрын
This is actually a third generation. The first generation (1996-2003) A3 was never brought to the United States.
@morecowbell235
@morecowbell235 7 ай бұрын
Wish the A3 TDI's could be had in a manual..
@twinturbocars
@twinturbocars 9 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the 301 club
@matthewyiu8824
@matthewyiu8824 9 жыл бұрын
Can you review the 2015 cla from mb?
@brianmjmario
@brianmjmario 9 жыл бұрын
I would take the Acura ILX over this since I'm actually getting more for my money plus the resale value will be better as well...
@SlipknotMaggot0526
@SlipknotMaggot0526 9 жыл бұрын
The resale value for a diesel will hardly go down as much as a gas car. 10 year old TDI VW's can still be $4000+ and most likely more for a TDI Audi.
@TheEuroperules
@TheEuroperules 9 жыл бұрын
Your are the kind of guy that prefer a casio over a rolex lol.
@TheEuroperules
@TheEuroperules 9 жыл бұрын
maseratiquattroport Thats Right! Audi=Rolex ,Casio=Acura
@DougsAwesome12
@DougsAwesome12 9 жыл бұрын
how can you say that? an Acura is the lg version of smart phones hahahaha. Audi= iPhone 6+ Acura=lg
@smokeybear45
@smokeybear45 9 жыл бұрын
Brian Vtec good choice, that baby loves to rev
@koolkitties8552
@koolkitties8552 8 жыл бұрын
how much do these go for? I don't like the AC vents, they look cheap but other than that it's looks nice.
@tonyyayo2115
@tonyyayo2115 9 жыл бұрын
I need a review of the Jeep Grand Cherokee; not sure why Chrysler hasn't released that to you
@Reallyraywhat
@Reallyraywhat 8 жыл бұрын
My 2016 A3 if you press and hold the auto button, it will sync the temps.
@MrKikoboy
@MrKikoboy 9 жыл бұрын
Jeez I have power folding mirrors on my Kia Rio - and it's not even the SX model...
@Hxncho_Great
@Hxncho_Great 9 жыл бұрын
Do a 8th gen Civic SI review please
@Jaimeherediaa
@Jaimeherediaa 9 жыл бұрын
This a buick verano or a acura ilx?
@Mmedina87
@Mmedina87 9 жыл бұрын
What about emissions? Hybrids put out low emissions, and diesels aren't known for low emissions. Quite the opposite actually.
@sic22l
@sic22l 9 жыл бұрын
Yhe only problematic emission for diesels is NOx.
@sydneypaillet4055
@sydneypaillet4055 9 жыл бұрын
What are you talking about lol diesels put out less than gas hybrids Idk nut there slow as shit the black smoke aka diesels is actually better than emissions out of a gas engine diesels last a lot long than gassers because there less parts.
@komentierer
@komentierer 9 жыл бұрын
Hybrids actually are a lot worse for the environment than diesel engines. The materials for the batteries are shipped across causing an enviromental mess and the electric energie used for hybrids usually comes from nuclear power plants or coal plant which also is bad. Over all hybrids put out a lot more emissions that diesel or gas cars.
@sic22l
@sic22l 9 жыл бұрын
Kommentator Not also shipping but also lithium/nickel mining is extremely ditry, recycling is also very toxic and energy consuming.
@Domwong
@Domwong 8 жыл бұрын
Miguel Medina to
@hlwaters18
@hlwaters18 9 жыл бұрын
You can sync the climate control, just hold the 'auto' button down for about 3 seconds :)
@nileb0y2241j
@nileb0y2241j 9 жыл бұрын
He should review the infinity q-50.
@dand2334
@dand2334 5 жыл бұрын
Other than the dash, the interior is identical to my 2006 Jetta TDI, plus at least my VW Jetta has memory settings for the seats.
@atehnic5613
@atehnic5613 6 жыл бұрын
What about the 1.8t engine?
@barretthunnicutt9147
@barretthunnicutt9147 7 жыл бұрын
If you hold the auto button for just a little bit the air with sink
@boovoo66
@boovoo66 9 жыл бұрын
S are you ever going to review the new gti? Good lord it's been out for a year? Lol
@michaeljacksonator
@michaeljacksonator 9 жыл бұрын
How many miles will that diesel run for?
@georgem3155
@georgem3155 9 жыл бұрын
Not much like the old ones but it will last like 200.000+
@LancelotMooreYorke
@LancelotMooreYorke 9 жыл бұрын
I actually don't like diesel cars much lol. I prefer turbocharged gasoline engines.
@georgem3155
@georgem3155 9 жыл бұрын
Obviously petrol Cars are better
@Artecus
@Artecus 9 жыл бұрын
Doesn't owning a diesel save lots of money on fuel economy and cost depreciation? Glanced over two comments that savings are negligible yet I am staring at a peer-reviewed study at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute based on 36 months of data. Are they way off?
@47driver35
@47driver35 9 жыл бұрын
Arthur E. Michalak This Michigan review based much of their research on ESTIMATED miles per gallon and limited the review to three to four year ownership. While the three to four year ownership is close to an American average (five years), it leads me to wonder if Americans own a car for five years because the car needs major mechanical work by them, or are they bored? There is an error while using estimated mileage reports for cars. Because, most folks report much higher mileage than the sticker says on the diesel engines. My 2 liter said I'd get 36 on the HWY, but after 120,000 miles, I am still getting 40. In the city, it said 28, but I get 35. I drive my car like I stole it too. I do believe the Michigan study is skewed. Here is my data. My operating (not purchase) budget for a fleet of 6 midsize cars was 52 cents per mile per car over five years. When I swapped to Jetta TDI, this price dropped to 38 cents per mile per car over the last six years. that savings is massive! And I will keep this fleet 50% longer, saving the cost of purchase.
@steph3578
@steph3578 9 жыл бұрын
Ok look, people buy hybrids to save money on gas. If someone bough a diesel than they would have to pay almost double on gas. Diesel gas cost a lot more than regular.
@47driver35
@47driver35 9 жыл бұрын
Steph Diesel isn't Gas. It isn't double either. On average, it is 30% more, with 40% better mileage. I bought mine to save money, and so far I have. I don't have to worry about all those batteries I'm throwing away when the car is dead. I don't charge it with coal and don't worry about energy waste from the distance of the power plant to me either.
@asaggu1173
@asaggu1173 9 жыл бұрын
i like diesels but i dont want to get stranded in winters...... Cold starting a diesel is bit of a task
@sic22l
@sic22l 9 жыл бұрын
Was in the 80's.
@asaggu1173
@asaggu1173 9 жыл бұрын
Here in colorado in winters if you forget to plug in diesel you are going no where bro... Diesel gels up pretty quick here... My neighbors own Audi Q7 TDI 2013... He Got stranded twice this weekend..
@sic22l
@sic22l 9 жыл бұрын
Inderjit Singh With proper fuel and engine in good condition you shouldn't have problems to start at -20F (-30C).
@asaggu1173
@asaggu1173 9 жыл бұрын
yeah with antigel added to diesel its not a big deal...
@sic22l
@sic22l 9 жыл бұрын
Inderjit Singh I don't know about USA but here in Europe ia mandatory to sell winter diesel during the winter.
@نايفالخالدي-ت1ف
@نايفالخالدي-ت1ف 9 жыл бұрын
Sofyan can you test audi a6 please
@assassin72
@assassin72 9 жыл бұрын
Diesels aren't enthusiast cars.Diesels are cars for people who know that Hybrids are a gimmick and actually know something about cars.Stop saying it's an enthusiast car.
@badimpulses17
@badimpulses17 9 жыл бұрын
My buddy owned a 2013 Audi Q5 after about 60,000 miles the engine startex to make a weird noise. Took to the dealer found out one of the piston fail. Iv been a Lexus owner and always will be.
@georgem3155
@georgem3155 9 жыл бұрын
The diesel Audi 's have these problem not often but rarely
@albertovega686
@albertovega686 9 жыл бұрын
Diesel is better overall. gasoline with time damage the valves and hoses. diesel last forever and had a lot of torque... petro is shit for those Ricers...
@mountainhobo
@mountainhobo 9 жыл бұрын
Since when has diesel become a symbol of an enthusiast's powerplant? Give me a break. It's economical on the highway, but its extremely narrow powerband is anything but enthusiasm inducing. Rev it up, and it's as enthusiastic as grandpa with bronchitis.
@47driver35
@47driver35 9 жыл бұрын
mountainhobo Says one who doesn't own a diesel. I only own diesel, one of which is this same 2.0. My 2 liter produces over 180 HP and 295 ft/lbs of torque with an average 35 city, 41 HWY, 37 combined mileage. I have driven it in over a dozen countries and love it.
@mountainhobo
@mountainhobo 9 жыл бұрын
47Driver I said "enthusiast", you quote highway mileage. Okay.
@47driver35
@47driver35 9 жыл бұрын
mountainhobo I'm just saying, when I set my cruise at 120 MPH, it felt more enthusiastic than a grandpa with bronchitis. I have fallen in love with the diesel sound.
@Cm22c
@Cm22c 9 жыл бұрын
Do not speak for all car enthusiasts. I don't know when diesel adoration became a must for car enthusiasts, Jesus Christ! Just because you're a car enthusiasts, it doesn't mean you have to relish diesels. There are many, many reasons to not like diesel. And before somebody starts, I've OWNED many diesels in the past.
@carbrickscity
@carbrickscity 9 жыл бұрын
IMO stick shift is way more important than diesel for real car enthusiasts.
@davidcd396
@davidcd396 9 жыл бұрын
There's so much ignorance in this review. Not having spark plugs doesn't mean easier maintenance. When it comes to maintenance cost, they can be just as much, and often much more expensive to service mainly because of emissions systems. Also, 230-something pound feet of torque in a 2.0L turbo 4 is nothing to write home about. In fact, it is even less than many modern turbocharged gas engines with equal displacement.
@Veyronp87
@Veyronp87 9 жыл бұрын
***** THANK YOU. i hate diesels and i'm glad they aren't popular here
@perry8867
@perry8867 9 жыл бұрын
Although I own a diesel, I can understand why people dislike them.
@jacobhandel5750
@jacobhandel5750 9 жыл бұрын
Agreed, saying "us enthusiasts" when talking about his like for diesels is bit of unsubstantiated loftiness.
@Slow370Z
@Slow370Z 9 жыл бұрын
I agree i love diesels.
@davidkirby484
@davidkirby484 9 жыл бұрын
please review the VW Jetta.
@diegofiorillo6412
@diegofiorillo6412 3 жыл бұрын
They are literally half the price in Europe
@thrasherx2k1
@thrasherx2k1 5 жыл бұрын
The 1st gen came with a Diesel too 🙄
@archurban
@archurban 9 жыл бұрын
well, diesel has a lot of advantage or disadvantage. unfortunately, if you want to buy real diesel, German car is only choice for the best. there are lots of people driving diesel around the world excepting US, Canada, or Russia. relatively diesel fuel is cheaper than gas excepting US or Canada. you guys are not familiar with diesel car anyway. that's why people has bias. of course, diesel car should be taken care well if you don't want to break it down. diesel even clean diesel euro6 whatever. diesel is just diesel. costing on maintenance is way more than gas. engine oil is twice. even transmission oil is more. glow plug is expensive than general spark plug as well. it's also carbon nightmare if you don't care. you should clean intake injector whatever for period of time. it's hassle. basically, diesel car is normally expensive than gas car.
@Veyronp87
@Veyronp87 9 жыл бұрын
absolutely no reason to buy the diesel version. slow and not frugal enough to make a meaningful difference
@sic22l
@sic22l 9 жыл бұрын
55 mpg hwy makes a difference. And it is much more frugal than any hybrid.
@Veyronp87
@Veyronp87 9 жыл бұрын
sic22l 55 is not a realistic normal driving average. the TDI is several grand more expensive AND diesel is a 1 dollar a gallon more expensive
@sic22l
@sic22l 9 жыл бұрын
Veyronp87 It actually is (on the highway). TDI isn't much more expensive than CT200h, fuel price varies in different states (it's also seasonal).
@47driver35
@47driver35 9 жыл бұрын
Veyronp87 Slow? I regularly have set my cruise control to 120 mph on the autobahn and still get 30MPG. Now in the states, I get 40 MPG on a six year old car with 120,000 miles. I can't comprehend why folks don't do a bit of their own research before publicly speaking.
@Poorschedriver
@Poorschedriver 8 жыл бұрын
TEMPERATURE CAN BE SYNCED PRESS AND HOLD THE AUTO BUTTON!!! (read the manual dummy)
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