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More and more carmakers are considering diesel engines for the U.S. market, despite a traditional perception that the oil-burners would be unwelcome. The simple truth is that diesels are a cheaper and easier way to improve fuel economy without sacrificing much performance than just about any alternative. With tighter CAFE standards looming, everyone from BMW to Mercedes to Chrysler is employing diesel for precisely those reasons - and that's what makes the Volkswagen CC such a likely candidate for the fuel as well.

So far, only petrol-engined CCs are in the product plan for VW, but Brett Scott, VW's U.S. product planner for mid-size cars, says the company is considering diesel as an option, according to The Car Connection. Several variants are already in the works for the CC's powertrain, sharing most of what's available in the Passat, which also shares a platform with the CC. That includes both four and six-cylinder engines plus FWD and AWD options. Transmissions will be available in six-speed automatic and manual versions as well, with pricing to start around $27,000.

The two petrol engines in the U.S. include a 2.0L TSI engine rated at 200hp (149kW) and a 280hp (209kW) 3.6L FSI. The two diesel variants sold in Europe and other markets are rated at 140hp (104kW) and 170hp (126kW), so if they are offered, they will be markedly less powerful than either petrol variant. That may not sit will with buyers given the price premium that typically accompanies a diesel powertrain, though the improved fuel economy could outweigh the drop in power for many.

The VW Jetta TDI, back in the U.S. for the 2009 model year, uses a 140hp 2.0L turbodiesel that is EPA rated at 29mpg (8.1L/100km) city and 40mpg (5.9L/100km) highway. The same engine would likely be available in the Passat CC, since it has already effectively passed 50-state certification.
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  1. By mlevere1992 Posted: 9/9/2008 2:44pm PDT

    Why do people only look at hp numbers? With the diesel, it is all about torque. Diesels usually have better torque numbers with lower hp numbers than their petrol cousins.
     
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  2. By NoNameDenton Posted: 9/9/2008 3:37pm PDT

    mlevere1992 is correct, that is why I wish VW would use the V6 diesel for more torque, I know the Taureg will get it, what about the Passat.
     
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  3. By Swoosh Posted: 9/10/2008 8:06am PDT

    Why do you guys worry about hp numbers when you cannot even do more than 65mph on the "freeways" anyways? Go see the Diesel engined Golfs and Passats on the highways in Germany doing 110mph or more flat out.
     
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  4. ma_PCBrandt avatar PCBrandt Posted: 8/7/2009 5:02pm PDT

    Europeans are driving diesels for decades. The air they breathe is no less poisoness. The big American oil Lobbists are keeping it so you have to use more fuel.
    Europeans want more mpg, less hp.. because its smart.
     
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  5. By SprintTDI Posted: 9/22/2009 11:56pm PDT

    Love my diesel. I grew up in diesel trucks, but Jetta TDI will likely pay for itself by the time I decide to retire it. Maintenance is a little more expensive but I save at the pump. I have NEVER been able to understand why people would not want diesels but I was not driving in the 70's when Chevrolet made the huge mistake of converting a gasoline to a diesel with extreme failure. The focuse has been around that failure and it is correctly stated that if we were all getting 50MPG, the oil companies would make much less money. It looks to be a reality that buys are starting to make a voice. I believe that the oil industry is also fearful about the potential for biodiesel. This is something that could change forever the current markets. Can anyone imagine the "decline" in need for foreign oil? This would be a welcomed day! GO DIESEL!
     
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  6. By LuisDiesel Posted: 11/23/2009 9:17pm PST

    I love my 2009 Jetta TDI its great on gas and plenty of power. You would think that 140hp is not enough horsepower but with 236lb·ft of torque I am amazed by by how quickly it moves. I live in Orlando, Fl filled up the gas tank and drove down to Miami, FL it's about 2hrs & 40min drive doing the speed limit of about 70mph all while getting about 53mpg with the ac on. Got to Miami drove around came back to Orlando and still had gas to go to work the next day pretty sweet. I would love to see the 2.0 TDI engine in the CC I think I would have to up great, Luxury CC meets fuel efficient clean diesel now thats the way to go
     
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