I'd say get one if that is the type of suv you're looking for. VW in general doesn't negotiate prices very much because they are very competitive already. you can't expect to get much more than $1000 even with club buying programs like Costco or Sams. I thought the price for a SEL was very reasonable at ~$35k. everybody else is near or over 40k.
there are people that have had very specific and individual issues on this forum, not systemic across all users. some of it is expectation based. turbos don't drive like non-turbos and DSG doesn't drive like an automatic.
part of me wonders if VW is being extra careful with issuing recalls after the cost of dieselgate and they are now doing a better job. not sure.. Mine has only had the issue with the sometimes stuck gas vapor valve. so far I just reset the light every now and then and next time we're at the dealer we'll mention it. that issue doesn't impact driving at all
we really like the ride, driving is fun. exceptional MPG for an AWD and good acceleration. way better than you'd think for a 1.5L
there are people that have had very specific and individual issues on this forum, not systemic across all users. some of it is expectation based. turbos don't drive like non-turbos and DSG doesn't drive like an automatic.
part of me wonders if VW is being extra careful with issuing recalls after the cost of dieselgate and they are now doing a better job. not sure.. Mine has only had the issue with the sometimes stuck gas vapor valve. so far I just reset the light every now and then and next time we're at the dealer we'll mention it. that issue doesn't impact driving at all
we really like the ride, driving is fun. exceptional MPG for an AWD and good acceleration. way better than you'd think for a 1.5L
