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Is BlueMotion worth?

Is BlueMotion worth?

“The Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion is the most economical Golf ever, but drivability suffers, and its tax band is the same as for any other 1.6 diesel Golf.” That’s still very good, though, and CO2 emissions of just 85g/km means the diesel engine escapes road tax by a considerable margin.

Do all BlueMotion cars need AdBlue?

Does BlueMotion need AdBlue? Having BlueMotion does not mean that the vehicle will need AdBlue. AdBlue is a solution of urea and deionised water sprayed into the exhaust system to break down harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx) gases.

What’s the difference between BlueMotion and BlueMotion Tech?

Best to think of the difference between the two as the BlueMotion being the real thing, and the BlueMotion Technology just having some of its technology. In comparison, the BlueMotion Technology emits 107 g/km CO2 and can manage a combined economy figure of 68.9 mpg.

Is TSI or TDI better?

Which is better, TSI or TDI? The TDI engine is a diesel engine that’s made by the Volkswagen Group. While most modern TSI engines are capable of excellent fuel economy of 45mpg or more, they generally fall short of TDI engines, some of which manage over 65mpg.

How do I know if my car is BlueMotion?

Look at the back of any Volkswagen built in the last 10 years or so. Chances are that, under the badge indicating what engine the car has, there’s a little plaque that reads BlueMotion Technology.

Can you overfill AdBlue tank?

It’s not good to overfill it, that’s for sure!

Is a VW TDI worth it?

Although the post-scandal diesels might still be slightly more expensive than the same gas VW models, these are still great cars for buyers looking for benefits like these: Car owners will love driving as far as 500 miles between fill-ups. These VW diesels have a solid, premium feel at an affordable price.

Why do I need BlueMotion on my car?

BlueMotion can also include lowering the ride height of the car; all these aerodynamic tweaks lead to decreased drag, which means less fuel used. This is a, in a way, an optional extra when it comes to BlueMotion, but there are good reasons why, if you want to maximise your fuel consumption, you might want to consider a turbocharged engine.

Is the Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion a good car?

“The Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion is the most economical Golf ever, but drivability suffers, and its tax band is the same as for any other 1.6 diesel Golf.”. The Volkswagen Golf was one of the first cars to be treated to the brand’s BlueMotion trim, after more stringent emissions targets came into effect from the European Union.

Is the VW BlueMotion still sold in the UK?

Several generations of Polo, Golf and Passat BlueMotion were sold in the UK. VW no longer produces such cars, but many of the lessons learned have informed the design and engineering of its latest models. Is BlueMotion worth the extra cost? The stand-alone BlueMotion models carried a hefty price premium over the equivalent, standard car when new.

Which is better a BlueMotion car or a BMT car?

Used BlueMotion cars carry a small price premium over the equivalent standard car, while cars fitted with the BMT pack don’t particularly cost more. They’re arguably more desirable but, as already mentioned, there are so many out there that they’re easy to find.