Turbo or non-turbo? Need advise for next B7 purchase

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#31

12-23-2010, 03:12 PM

bockegg

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Join Date: Nov 2010

Location: Central PA

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Originally Posted by aetius

Well, there are things that can go out in the 2.0T FSI's but the turbo is not one that I have seen. The other common items (PCV, DV, and Coil Packs) are pretty easy and cheap to replace. And if you have a guarantee, no need to worry anyway. The 3.0 is an excellent engine, but the 2.0T is newer and more available. As far as performance, you would not see any differance between the two except higher MPG on the 3.0.

Are there TDI's available were you are from? Another great option for power (torque) and excellent fuel economy is the 2.0TDI 140-170hp, 2.7TDI 170/180hp, or the 3.0TDI 204-233hp.

Unfortunately we can't get Audi TDi cabriolets here in the US. If so I would. I have a 2009 TDi Jetta with DSG, and it kills the gasser engines that Audi/VW puts out in many ways. Maybe some day they will be available in cabriolet version here?

#32

12-23-2010, 03:38 PM

ccmnova

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Join Date: Dec 2010

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Love the turbo's - just traded my 02 Passat 1.8T for a 2008 A4. The Passat had 150,000 miles and the original turbo - still ran great. Also have a 2009 Jetta with a 2.0TSI - great engine.