[ROCKLOBSTER]

If you desire 50 mpg buy a 1500lb deathtrap that does not accelerate.

Except, I don't think that applies to a TDI. There are also other ways to do it with even less engine and more acceleration.

[DanZ]

2015 TDI (Gulf) Diesel - not much to write home about

Slow and Heavy - The gasoline Trubo looks like fun

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 103.8 in
Length: 167.5 in
Width: 70.8 in Height: 57.2 in

Curb weight: 3237 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS:
Zero to 60 mph: 7.8 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 23.1 sec
Zero to 110 mph: 31.0 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 8.4 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 4.2 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 5.7 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 16.1 sec @87 mph

FUEL ECONOMY:
EPA city/highway: 31/43 mpg
C/D observed: 34 mpg