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Jetta Tuning
"Jettaing along"

First introduced way back in 1979 the Jetta has had quite a few revisons over the years. It was a similar size to the Golf and offered the budget concious executive an alternative to the more expensive larger cars.
Early models benefit greatly from tuning and looking at the options around for the Golf particularly the GTi you will get a wide selection of options. The Jetta is badged as a Bora - especially in more recent years in most countries since 1998 so we will focus on the pre 1998 Jetta tuning options.
Many Golf engine options were available in the Jetta line up. The Mark 2 in 1984 had a nice 1.8l engine although an engine swap to a more recent engine is usually your best bet. Our current best pic for your JettaTuning project is the 1.8T engine offering upto 180 bhp in standard form. With a remap and the upgraded KO4 turbo you will see power gains nearing 300-350bhp!
We have seen conversions which include the VR6 engine with a tuned output over 250bhp fitted to the 1992 model revison. The VR6 then is the best engine in the Jetta lineup for tuning, at least until better and newer engines came along. It certainly makes a great sound when it's being driven hard.
VW often skimped on the performance options compared to the more powerful Golfs options.So in all cases we suggest that you fit at least Golf GTi spec mods such as brakes. The suspension is also skewed towards a soft comfortable ride, we would recommend getting some adjustable shocks fitted and lowering the car by about 30mm but remember to get a Jetta Specific kit as the weight of the car is very different to the Golf.
The later diesel turbo engines have a lot to offer as well but for some reason the 1.9 TDi from the Golf GTi with 150bhp was not an option. All the larger powered diesel engines respond very well from a remap.
Have a read of our tuning articles to see which mods work the best and then join our forum to discuss the many Jetta tuning options open to you.
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