NEW Volkswagen Jetta Sport Wagon and Sport Wagon Diesel

The new 2009 Volkswagen Jetta Sport Wagon is based on the current, fifth-generation Jetta sedan, and will feature, at launch, a 2.5 litre 5 cylinder engine that develops 200 HP and torque of 177 lbs-ft.

It can be mated with a 5 speed manual transmission, or an optional 6-speed auto- matic with Tiptronic(TM). The vehicle's roofline is enhanced by a standard roof railing, which is exclusive to this model.

In addition, the Jetta Wagon can receive an optional panoramic sunroof. With this large sunroof, occupants of both the front and rear seat- ing areas will benefit from a light-filled ambiance. The roof consists of two halves, the front section of which can be raised as well as completely opened.

To preserve full interior height, the opening segment is driven out above the closed section of roof. An electrically-powered sunshade can be used when less sunlight is desired. Its spacious trunk area can accommodate 66.9 cubic feet of cargo with its 60/40 rear seats folded.

The 2009 Jetta Wagon will arrive in Canada in Spring, with a starting price of $24,975, which is $1,500 less than the previous generation. Much like the sedan version, the Jetta Wagon will also offer the optional Clean TDI engine in August.

The 2009 Jetta Wagon TDI will be available at a starting price of $26,975, which is almost $1,000 less that the previous generation.