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    layabout: Right now BMW & VW/Audi are making some fine diesel engines. Although not too popular with Jalop's. I'd still say the BMW's are slightly better &a... more »
    Andrewpetty: Wouldn't you all rather complain about not getting this: [jalopnik.com] 204hp and 43.3 MPG. Plus, it looks better more »
    layabout: You can get the same engine in a Golf for a lot less money. more »
    BЯдΖǐL-ЯЄРΘЯΤЄЯ: Even a blind can hear that the Audi is a better option. more »
    theeastbaykid: An Audi is the less arrogant option...what a world... more »
    Cognitive Friction: 1. Diesel fuel is still $0.70/gal higher here than regular fuel. 2. This car would cost, what, $15k more than a Prius in the US? 3. Cost of maintenanc... more »
    Deartháir II: CAR magazine just said they think they like the RS5 more than the M3. Add in the option of a super-economical version, and this is a damn fine car. Da... more »
    Ze_Ben: Holy cool car Batman! So what you're sayin is I can get a "green" car and not look like a EcoDeusch? Sign me up! Wait what? How much? Do I get a Natio... more »
    Rust-MyEnemy: If there's invasion imminent, I better get the kettle on. Tea and scones for all! more »
    sos10: .. but it is much more expensive to drive... more »
  • #2008audittdiesel

    2008 Audi TT 2.0 TDI, Reviewed

    It's strongly rumored the diesel version of the Audi TT could find its way stateside. With that in mind, the boys over at Popular Mechanics packed their bags and boarded a midnight plane to Blighty to try one out. In a cable back to their New York HQ, they report the oil-burning 2008 Audi TT 2.0 TDI is smooth, refined and makes overtaking easy as a wiggle of your big toe. Exclusively available in the UK with a 6-speed manual, they calculated their average fuel economy during a mix of city and highway driving to be 39.1 MPG (US). That's while making 258 lb-ft and reaching a top speed of 140 MPH, mind you. Please, god of cars, bring us this beautiful torque-heavy 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. Please! More »