The 2.0-liter AXA engine or Volkswagen T5 2.0 gasoline was produced from 2003 to 2015 and was installed only on the Transporter minibus, Caravelle and Multivan of the 5th generation. This power unit is considered very reliable, but gives the car mediocre dynamics.
The EA113-2.0 series includes: APK, AQY, AXA, AZJ, AZM, ALT, BSX.
Specifications
| Production years | 2003-2015 |
| Displacement, cc | 1984 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 115 |
| Torque output, Nm | 170 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 82.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 92.8 |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Transporter T5 2010) — city — highway — combined |
13.6 8.6 10.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~400 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Caravelle T5 (7H) in 2003 – 2015;
- Volkswagen Multivan T5 (7H) in 2003 – 2015;
- Volkswagen Transporter T5 (7H) in 2003 – 2015.
Disadvantages of the VW AXA engine
- This unit is simple and reliable, but gives the minibus mediocre dynamics.
- The main problems are related to failures of the crankshaft position sensor, coolant temperature sensor and contamination of the idle speed controller.
- Monitor the condition of the timing belt, as when it breaks, the valves usually bend.
- The weak points of this motor also include the membrane of the crankcase ventilation system.
- At a very high mileage, oil consumption is often encountered due to the occurrence of rings.
