colerongo Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I have a 2002 Jetta TDI that I'm in the process of putting a bigger turbo (GTB2260VK), injectors and a tune on. Stock I get 44mpg in town and on the highway and have some power but nothing too impressive. After the $1500 I'm putting into it I will have 200hp and 350lb-ft and either maintain my 44mpg or improve it. Upgrading these engines makes them get better economy most of the time. Even just a simple $300 tune with everything else stock will give you 30hp and 3-4mpg increase in mileage. You should get a golf if you want hatchback and put some nice suspension on it. I actually lifted mine 1.5inch with Moog VR6 springs and Koni struts and it handles way better and is a great substitute for my Subaru Outback that I gave to my sister. These cars are incredibly easy/cheap to modify and get such amazing gas mileage. There are quite a few people who get over 50mpg. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorpio516 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Theres also the new Hyundai Accent. I thought it was quite decent for the price, and it gets ~40 mpg. I rented a Kia with the same engine in noVA. $30 got me from DC to North Carolina... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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