Test Car Notes: 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI

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If ever there was a car that could change Americans’ seriously outdated, preconceived notions about diesels, the Volkswagen Jetta TDI is it. Although BMW and Mercedes-Benz offer diesels in some of their models, VW is the only carmaker to offer diesel power for the masses. And like other modern diesels, its TDI (Turbocharged, Direct-Injection) engines are not slow, loud or gross polluters but rather are spirited performers that quietly and cleanly deliver fuel mileage significantly higher than their gas-drinking brethren.

Yes, hybrids are an amazing example of automotive technology, but if we’re talking about spending $25- to $28,000, my money’s going on the Jetta SportWagen TDI. I could give you three good reasons why, but I won’t. I’ll give you six.

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