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    13 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 VW Passat TDI 2.0

    Originally Posted by FordBroncoVWJeta Originally Posted by Hallj49803 Originally Posted by simple_gifts How is this substantially different than your previous question about 2.4s and your previous question about the 2.4 vs the jetta tdi. Is a Jetta and a Passat the same vehicle? I assume the...
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    13 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 VW Passat TDI 2.0

    Originally Posted by JustinH I decided against a diesel car, a GDI car, and a turbo car in my last buying decision. Some friends have basic Passats with 1.8T engines, they have high upkeep costs unless the work is done yourself. Same deal with a Diesel, fuel filters, additional maintenance...
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    13 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 VW Passat TDI 2.0

    Originally Posted by sloinker The TDI with the extended warranty is a good vehicle. The high pressure fuel pump was a known issue but is part of the extended warranty with the emission cheat fix from VW. Don't have a clue about the Hyundai. Yes I have heard the HPFP can be problematic. From my...
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    13 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 VW Passat TDI 2.0

    Originally Posted by simple_gifts How is this substantially different than your previous question about 2.4s and your previous question about the 2.4 vs the jetta tdi. Is a Jetta and a Passat the same vehicle? I assume the powertrain is the same, but I don't want to assume that they are the...
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    13 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 VW Passat TDI 2.0

    Hey guys, I've asked about a Jetta Sportwagen 2.0 TDI before, but I know some reliability issues could be model specific. I have a 2013 Hyundai Sonata 2.4 GDi and found a 2013 VW Passat TDI with the awesome extended warranty on the engine and emissions system. From the photos it looks like it...
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    Kia Sorrento 3.3L GDI V6 Owners ?

    Originally Posted by JLawrence08648 We have a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL Plus with the 2.4L GDI engine. What problems around I expect? Did they correct previous problems with this year? I had the engine software updated a few months ago. The issue according to Hyundai was a manufacturing issue...
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    Hyundai 1.8 MPFI

    I am researching a lot of cars currently... is the 1.8l MPFI in the 2012+ Elantras a reliable engine? it seems like they have mixed reviews online. Some even say that Hyundai has been quietly warrantying them if issues occur?
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    Hyundai 2.4 Engine Issues

    Originally Posted by KCJeep The Hyundai/Kia issue is restricted to their 4 cylinders, with the 2.4 being the biggest offender. I keep hearing how certain years are fixed, yet this year at work we lost not one but two Hyundai 1.6 4 cylinders with around 30k on them. They were 2018s so I am...
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    13 Hyundai Sonata 24 vs 12 Jetta 2.0 TDI

    Originally Posted by Huie83 I purchased a Dieselgate VW ( 2013 Golf TDi) about 18 months ago. 70K on it when I got it. I've put on 20K with only one issue. Threw a Oxygen sensor code right after I got it, covered under warranty. Still love it after the 18 months and will keep it for a long time...
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    GDI Rod Bearings

    Originally Posted by wemay There's been a settlement that includes extending the powertrain warranty to 200K miles and free engine replacements for all subsequent owners. Where do you find that info? I read the settlement and it does not seem to indicate this.... Dealer tells me even when the...
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    13 Hyundai Sonata 24 vs 12 Jetta 2.0 TDI

    Originally Posted by supton Originally Posted by Hallj49803 I would pay a little less monthly for the VW than the Hyundai. Just looking for some opinions on whether to keep the Hyundai or get the VW! Is it for the same length of time, or are you resetting the loan clock and going back to 2...
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    13 Hyundai Sonata 24 vs 12 Jetta 2.0 TDI

    Originally Posted by rekit Not sure about the 2013 but our 2016 Kia 2.4 is supposed to have unlimited mileage on replacement engines from what I read. We are still on the original engine tho. Hyundai screwed Hyundai owners, but gave Kia unlimited miles and years on theirs it seems. Not sure why...
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    Hyundai 2.4 Engine Issues

    Has anyone here had an engine replacement on a Sonata with the 2.4 and then had to have a THIRD or more engine replacement done? Wondering how the replacement engines are doing....
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    13 Hyundai Sonata 24 vs 12 Jetta 2.0 TDI

    Originally Posted by wemay Originally Posted by Hallj49803 Hi guys! I currently own a 2013 Hyundai Sonata 2.4 with 110,000 miles on it. I had the engine replaced under warranty already due to the recall and it seizing. They replaced the entire long block. I was thinking about getting a new...
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    13 Hyundai Sonata 24 vs 12 Jetta 2.0 TDI

    Originally Posted by KCJeep I like VWs but don't have any experience with a TDI so I'll refrain on that. I do know that Hyundai is still having issues with those engines. How long is your replacement under warranty? It is a very real possibility the replacement is going to repeat what the first...
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