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2008 Volkswagen Passat Turbo – A Great Value…Depending on Options
Volkswagen Passat Consumer Reviews Volkswagen Passat Overview Volkswagen Passat Photo Gallery Volkswagen Passat Specs By Kurt Gensheimer Blings: Powerful yet fuel efficient 2.0T engine More room than a Manhattan loft Smooth 6-speed manual transmission Terrific highway cruiser Dings: Goofball keyless ignition system and e-brake No stereo controls on steering wheel Front end feels heavy with […]
Read More »Hypermilers From Down Under Aiming For World Record
(New world record set! See Update) It seems hypermiling and the quest for extreme fuel efficiency is not just limited to the U.S. where fuel prices have taken a big leap upwards the past couple of years. I recently met a couple from Australia who are determined to land themselves into the Guiness Book of […]
Read More »2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Review – the new age of diesel arrives
Volkswagen is proudly promoting their new TDI turbo-diesel engines in America after finally becoming 50-state compliant and exceeding the emission regulations for all 50 states in the U.S., especially California’s strict emission regulations. Volkswagen’s TDI engine is so clean, it qualifies for a $1,300 advanced lean burn federal income tax credit. Not only are future […]
Read More »2009 Volkswagen Tiguan First Impressions Review – VW goes wild with their new compact SUV
Review and photos by Derek Mau Pros: Comfortable ride Quiet cabin Zippy 2.0L 200hp engine with a generous helping of torque View to the heavens with panoramic sunroof Turn-by-turn directions from nav-system is audible and displayed directly in front of the driver Cons: Too much body lean with aggressive turns Touch-screen for navigation and audio […]
Read More »2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Review: Jett-ing Around in the New Wagon
VW Jetta SportWagen Consumer Reviews VW Jetta SportWagen Overview VW Jetta SportWagen Photo Gallery VW Jetta SportWagen Specs Review and photos by Gary Chan Pros Steering Indirect a/c cooling Lots of useful storage/loading features Cons Interior noise Horsepower and torque Chrome section on front bumper
Read More »Volkswagen's Clean Diesels Eligible For Alternative Motor Vehicle Federal Tax Credit
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced that buyers of the Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen are eligible for a $1,300 Federal Income Tax Credit. The Internal Revenue Service has issued a certification letter affirming that the vehicles qualify for the Advanced Lean Burn Technology Motor Vehicle income tax credit.
Read More »Buy yourself a Volkswagen and contribute to your child's college tuition
PURCHASE VOLKSWAGEN’S ALL-NEW ROUTAN AND HELP FUND YOUR CHILD’S COLLEGE TUITION Volkswagen partners with Upromise® to provide customers $1,500 when they buy or lease a Routan Not a bad deal if you are considering a new minivan. You can get a new car, use it to haul the kids around town, apply some funds to […]
Read More »2008 Volkswagen R32 Review – The Mature Hot Hatch
VW R32 Overview Volkswagen R32 Specs Consumer Reviews of VW R32 VW R32 Photo Gallery VW R32 Video Review By Kurt Gensheimer Blings: Polished 4Motion Haldex system Scalpel-sharp handling Heavenly VR6 exhaust note Luxurious interior Dings: DSG only Rear styling is hard to love Bullish understeer in wet conditions Tough to justify next to the […]
Read More »Volkswagen R32 and GTI Video Review
Volkswagen R32 Overview Volkswagen R32 Full Review Consumer Reviews of the VW R32 VW R32 Photo Gallery VW R32 Specs The Volkswagen R32 is a great addition to the hot-hatch category. But is it a great value when compared with the VW GTI? Watch our video review and tell us how you think the R32 […]
Read More »Volkswagen In Geneva: International Debut of the New Scirocco
It’s back: 34 years after the first Scirocco was unveiled to a waiting world at the Geneva Motor Show, Volkswagen is presenting a new Scirocco for a new era at the same venue.
Read More »2008 Volkswagen Touareg 2 Review – A Luxury SUV That Knows How To Work Hard
VW Touareg Consumer Reviews VW Touareg More Expert Reviews 2008 VW Touareg 2 Photo Gallery 2008 VW Touareg 2 Specs By Francis Cebedo Blings: Impeccable interior Innovative side headlights that light up when the car is in a turn Adjustable ride suspension really works and it adjusts the auto height automatically Auto sensing rain wipers […]
Read More »Volkswagen Eos Video Review
Volkswagen Eos Consumer Reviews Volkswagen Eos Overview Volkswagen Eos Photo Gallery Volkswagen Eos Specs VW now has a hardtop convertible. Top up equals no cowl shake, better security than a soft top, less road noise. Top down means keeping the sunscreen handy and the wind in your hair (if you have any).
Read More »Volkswagen's Fully Autonomous Passat Wagon "Junior" Claims Second Place at Darpa Urban Challenge
VICTORVILLE, Calif. – Volkswagen of America, Inc. has announced that the Stanford Racing Team’s clean diesel Passat wagon TDI, “Junior”, has scored a second place victory at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Urban Challenge. “Junior” was one of only six vehicles to complete this challenging urban course.
Read More »2007 Volkswagen Eos Review – Not a Chick Car
Overview Volkswagen Eos Specs Consumer Reviews of the Eos VW Eos Photo Gallery VW Eos Video Review by Kurt Gensheimer Blings: Powerful and fuel-efficient 2.0T engine Oooh aaah retractable hardtop Audi-esque interior European built Dings: Frustrating nav system that’s last generation Squeal happy tires Bassy drone at 1500 RPM After a few options, you’re getting […]
Read More »2008 Volkswagen Jetta Review – German Design and Engineering at an Economical Price
by Alex Kramer Pros: German build quality Luxurious interior Improved acceleration Confident handling Classy styling Cons: Hefty curb weight Drivetrain could use refinement Intrusive center console A bit pricey for a compact
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