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Team 4: Vehicle Purchase: Gas vs. Diesel . Kevin Mayer: Maintenance, Lifetime Andy Pak: Cost of Fuel, MPG Sam Halstead: Emissions, Power Tom Phan : Resale, Initial Cost . Volkswagen Jetta. Gas 2.5L 5 Cylinder Gas City:23 MPG Highway: 33 MPG. Diesel 2.0 L TDI Diesel City:30 MPG
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Team 4: Vehicle Purchase: Gas vs. Diesel Kevin Mayer: Maintenance, Lifetime Andy Pak: Cost of Fuel, MPG Sam Halstead: Emissions, Power Tom Phan: Resale, Initial Cost
Volkswagen Jetta Gas • 2.5L 5 Cylinder Gas • City:23 MPG • Highway: 33 MPG Diesel • 2.0 L TDI Diesel • City:30 MPG • Highway: 42 MPG
Scenario For Jetta: • You’re choosing to buy a VW Jettawith either a diesel or gas engine. Which engine would save you money during a 10-year life span in Los Angeles California, with regular maintenance, and intent to sell the vehicle after adecade? Each car will be driven 30,000 highway miles and 10,000 city miles per year. The cost of gas, engine power, and emissions will also be considered.
Resources: • Dealership: MPG, Emissions, Power, Initial Cost • Maintenance: Average Yearly Maintenance based on Los Angles Area • Lifetime: Based on previous car lifetime data • Cost of Fuel: Average Los Angles County Prices • Resale: Kelley Blue Book value of previous Jetta.