Sunday, November 24, 2019

The Amazing Mid-Sized Volkswagen Jetta




At first glance, if you viewed the original Jetta you would have insisted it was nothing more than a Rabbit with a trunk slapped on the back of the car. In reality, it was. Not until 1985 when the second generation Jetta came out, did Volkswagen attempt to separate the two models to create distinct model lines. Although some base engine offerings remained the same, the new Jetta was longer and wider than the predecessor, enabling it to be categorized as a mid-size car. Indeed, the Jetta was so popular in the North American market that it easily outsold the Rabbit for many years. Today, the Jetta shares some components with the larger Passat instead of the smaller Volkswagen EOS. The amazing thing about the current Jetta is its price. 20,000 while VW has made certain that the Jetta is competitively priced to compete with similar models from Hyundai, Nissan, and Toyota. 16,500 the Jetta comes with such nice to have features as: power side mirrors with blinkers; an independent rear suspension; a gas powered five cylinder engine; 8 way programmable seats; and upscale styling.





Indeed, the current Jetta has an optional rain sensing wiper system; available 16 inch alloy wheels; power sunroof; dual zone climate control; and much more. 20,000 model the Jetta competes effectively with the highly popular Toyota Camry, giving consumers reason to consider the Jetta all the more so. What has helped Jetta sales immensely in the past year is its diesel model. 3.00 per gallon for gasoline recently. Yes, with a diesel aspirated engine powering the Jetta, motorists can expect to get more than 40 miles to the gallon when taking interstate trips. Although fuel prices have dropped considerably since, the Jetta TDI remains popular as its new pump injector system puts out more horsepower and torque than ever before. Truly, the Volkswagen Jetta has matured and evolved keeping pace with changing customer tastes, budgets, and high fuel prices. No wonder that the Jetta is easily the best selling Volkswagen in the U.S.





However, investing in a well-built Volkswagen or any well-built vehicle could save you money down the line. Once you purchase a Volkswagen, you want to keep it working and looking great. Keep your car clean, inside and out. This means you should get car washes every week to preserve the integrity of your vehicle's paint. This will keep your vehicle looking smooth and new. Get a wax after your car wash to help the vehicle stay clean longer and keep dirt, bugs, and other contaminants from damaging the exterior of your car. Get your tires and rims cleaned and polished as well. This will go a long way to keeping your car in excellent condition. Let's not forget the interior of your Volkswagen. You may have leather or cloth lining your seats. Keep the inside clean on a daily basis. Use floor mats to prevent your floors from becoming stained and dirty. Use the right cleaning products that are specified for the kind of upholstery you have. Don't be afraid to get your vehicle detailed every now and then. You would be surprised at how much of a difference it can make in the appearance of your vehicle. Once you have had a chance to get better acquainted with your new car, you may find that you never want to drive any other type of vehicle. You will see and feel the difference both as the owner and driver of the vehicle what you have been missing.





Your Volkswagen has a large number of warning lights and sensors that work together to find any issues with the vehicle, and alert you. No matter how carefully you drive, eventually a car will need a part replaced and you鈥檒l see a dashboard warning light. One confusing indicator for Volkswagen owners is the yellow EPC warning light. We鈥檙e here to tell you not to panic, and to give you some potential reasons why you鈥檙e seeing this pop up on your dashboard. If you see that yellow EPC light show up on your Volkswagen vehicle dashboard, don鈥檛 worry too much. While we do suggest that you bring your vehicle in to see a skilled technician when you get a chance, there are a variety of different potential causes that vary in repair cost and concern level. Before you schedule your appointment, give us a call and we鈥檒l tell you more about your options and whether you need to bring in your vehicle as soon as possible. If you need some expert advice and help with getting your Volkswagen back in shape, give us a call or schedule your service center appointment online. The friendly VW experts at Joe Heidt Motors Corp. Let us keep your Volkswagen in top shape! Be sure to check out the other service-related blogs on our site to keep yourself updated on what your VW needs to run its best.





26,890, VW said Wednesday. 28,490 2019 Golf GTI with which the four-door shares its engine and chassis. Buyers will have the choice of three trims for the 2019 Jetta GLI: S, 35th Anniversary Edition, and Autobahn. 895 destination charge. Regardless of trim level, the GLI is less costly than an equivalent Golf GTI. A 2.0-liter turbo-4 engine that makes 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque is standard on both. The GLI's brakes also come from the GTI and the hotter Golf R variant, with the discs measuring 13.4 inches in the front. 800 option on every trim level. 33,500 version of the Golf GTI. Technophiles may find the Jetta GLI Autobahn more to their liking over the comparable GTI Autobahn trim. The Jetta GLI in the range-topping trim adds a 10.3-inch digital instrument cluster, an 8.0-inch touchscreen for infotainment, heated and cooled leather seats, Beats audio, and a panoramic sunroof.