Do diesel engines have catalytic convertors?

Do diesel engines have catalytic convertors?

Yes, every diesel system has a catalytic converter. This performs in the diesel catalyst system for purifying the toxic particles in the diesel engine. This is known as a Diesel oxidant catalyst. The converter turns all the toxications into a harmless gas.

What is the most common catalytic converter for new diesel engines?

Platinum is the most active catalyst and is widely used, but is not suitable for all applications because of unwanted additional reactions and high cost.

How long does a catalytic converter last on a diesel?

The catalytic converter, which converts harmful emissions into harmless gas, often lasts 10 years or longer and should be replaced only when needed. It can become clogged, physically damaged, or contaminated by oil or engine coolant. It can also overheat.

What kind of diesel does a VW Jetta have?

Cars.com tested one of VW’s diesels, a 2013 Jetta SportWagen TDI, both before and after the emissions repair. TDI is VW’s abbreviation for “Turbocharged Direct Injection,”where the fuel is delivered to the engine more efficiently.

What kind of emissions does a 2013 Jetta TDI have?

The U.S. Department of Energy’s FuelEconomy.gov site now lists the 2013 Jetta SportWagen TDI as a 7 on a scale of 10, for carbon emissions. The same car with a gas engine is also a 7.

When did the VW diesels come out for sale?

The diesels, made by Volkswagen, Porsche and Audi between model years 2009 and 2016, have been repaired to truly meet emissions standards and are now being sold, mostly through Volkswagen dealers, with enhanced warranties.

Are there any other cars like the VW TDIs?

“This meant the driving experience was almost unchanged,” Wiesenfelder says. The popularity of the VW TDIs comes from the fact that there is no other car quite like them. Chevrolet has offered a diesel engine in its now-discontinued Cruze, but Wiesenfelder found it sluggish compared with the TDIs.