鈥?475,000: Number of cars with 2-liter diesel engines in the U.S. Volkswagen has agreed to buy back or repair under a settlement released Tuesday. The settlement will likely get final approval from a federal court judge this fall. 鈥?80,000: Number of Volkswagens with 3-liter diesel engines in the U.S. They aren't covered by this settlement. 鈥?2009-2016: Model years affected by the diesel scandal. 44,000: Range of values for the affected Volkswagen diesels before the scandal became public on Sept. 18, 2015. Owners who sell their cars back to VW will get the clean trade-in value as determined by the National Automobile Dealers Association depending on the model, age, mileage and options on their car. 10,000: Amount of additional compensation owners will get, whether they opt for a buyback or have Volkswagen fix their cars. 鈥?19 percent: The amount the average value of a VW diesel has dropped since before the scandal began. 10,674, according to Kelley Blue Book. The average value of non-diesel VWs dropped 9 percent in the same period. 鈥?125,205: The numbers of cars the VW brand sold in the U.S. 鈥?38 gallons: The amount of additional gasoline the owner of a 2015 Volkswagen Jetta diesel would have to buy each year if a fix decreases the vehicle's fuel economy by 3 mpg. The Jetta diesel currently gets 36 miles per gallon in combined city and highway driving. If a repair reduces fuel economy by 3 mpg, a driver who drives 15,000 miles per year would have to buy an extra 38 gallons of fuel. 3 per gallon. VW hasn't yet submitted a plan to fix the vehicles. 鈥?38 percent: Five states 鈥?California, Texas, Florida, Illinois and New York 鈥?accounted for about 38 percent of all the diesel vehicles VW sold in the U.S.
With 45 percent of all Caddy models leaving the factory being passenger versions, there was a strong emphasis on making this new fourth generation model more comfortable and refined. The versatile 7-seater appeals to a broader range of customers than ever before. Numerous driver assistance and safety systems in the Caddy support the driver and protect occupants. Volkswagen has incorporated a large number of assistance systems, which are unmatched in this segment. For example, side and curtain airbags, as well as Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP), are standard. Under the bonnet of the Caddy is a 1.4 TSI engine with 125 PS and a strong 220 Nm of torque, which is available through a wide rev range. Efficiency and low fuel consumption were the primary focus of the engine management system's development and refinement. The Caddy has a top speed of 183 km/h and accelerates from 0-100 km/h in only 10.9 seconds (Caddy Maxi: 11.3 seconds). Despite its energetic performance, the vehicle remains extremely efficient, with fuel consumption of 5.8 L/100km, equivalent to 133 g/km of CO2.
For 2019, the Volkswagen Jetta received a major makeover. Emphasis was not only placed on performance and high-quality construction, but also on convenience and comfort. With impressive technology features, particularly on the upper trims, consumers who go with the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta will be able to stay connected without becoming distracted. Thanks to a turbocharged engine, this vehicle is fun to drive around town and on the highway. What's New for 2019? Almost everything feels new about the new 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. It is wider, taller, and longer, giving consumers more room for both passengers and cargo. The instrument cluster is now fully digital on upper trims. Drivers have many more standard and available safety and technology features to consider. Volkswagen gave the Jetta a little more character moving into 2019. The body is slightly more sculpted. Additionally, the front end was slightly tweaked, giving it a more distinctive look.
The somewhat conservative appearance of this vehicle will allow it to appeal to a wide range of consumers but it is far from boring. The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is full of standard tech features for both convenience and fun. Both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all trim levels of this vehicle. Even the base infotainment system is impressive and offers drivers the ability to pair it with their smartphone via Bluetooth. The touchscreen is well-designed and easy to use. Upper trim levels can provide buyers with even more high-tech options. Available features include navigation, 8-speaker Beats Audio sound system, an extra USB port, and an even better infotainment system with an 8-inch screen. Consumers in the market for a fuel-efficient vehicle that is not a hybrid should check out the new Jetta. It gets an amazing 30 MPG in the city and 40 MPG on the highway.
Very few cars can match the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta in this category. The great fuel economy does not come at the cost of power, however. With its turbocharged engine, drivers get 147-horsepower and plenty of acceleration. The automatic 8-speed transmission comes standard on all trim levels except the base, which also has a manual option. Between the solid output of the engine and the well-designed handling, drivers can relax behind the wheel. The transmission smoothly shifts through gears. While the steering can sometimes feel a bit uncommunicative, it does have a great on-center feel. This really shines when the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta hits the highway. Each trim level of the Jetta is only available as a front-wheel-drive vehicle. With its 14.1 cubic feet of trunk space, the Jetta has plenty of room for both groceries and gear. The trunk opening is wide and the flat load floor makes it easy to get belongings in and out.
