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Originally Posted by ksa8907
Exactly why nobody here likes automatics. If the converter is unlocked any additional load just revs the engine higher. Personally, I accelerate moderately in first to about 15mph/2200rpm, let it shift to 2nd then get on it at high load and reach 40+/3800rpm and stay in lockup the rest of the way up.
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3800rpm? that seems a bit high - at least for my subaru above 3k rpm it really starts to burn a lot of gas. but yea i guess that minimizes time Not spent in overdrive/coasting. i'm really starting to do a lot of coasting if traffic permits. I need another 4mpg to reach my goal but ill be glad with just 28mpg.
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Originally Posted by mwebb
the jetta hybrid is DSG
so there is no torque converter
like is used in an automatic and will easily exceed 30mpg
the jetta has a "glide" function where the drivetrain is disengaged from the engine for a "Power on coast" type of function
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haven't got the jetta yet but yes im just glad it's not a cvt or conventional auto with torque converter. after reading the jetta manual though it recommends to stay off boost and drive in eco load. that means less engine load correct? or does it have something to do with running on battery.