The 2.5-liter Volkswagen AXE 2.5 TDI diesel engine was produced from 2003 to 2009 and was installed only on Transporter, Caravelle or Multivan minibuses in the T5 body. There is a modification of this unit for EURO 4 with a particulate filter and BPC index.
The EA153 series also includes: AAB, AJT, ACV, AXG, BAC, BPE, AXD, AXE, AJS, AYH.
Specifications
| Production years | 2003-2009 |
| Displacement, cc | 2460 |
| Fuel system | unit-injectors |
| Power output, hp | 174 |
| Torque output, Nm | 400 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R5 |
| Block head | aluminum 10v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 81 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 95.5 |
| Compression ratio | 18.0 |
| Features | SOHC, intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | gears |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | VGT |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 7.4 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Multivan 2005) — city — highway — combined |
10.8 6.4 8.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Caravelle T5 (7H) in 2003 – 2009;
- Volkswagen Multivan T5 (7H) in 2003 – 2009;
- Volkswagen Transporter T5 (7H) in 2003 – 2009.
Disadvantages of the VW AXE engine
- The main problems are leaks from the seals of the nozzles and the tandem pump;
- Another aluminum block without sleeves is very afraid of bad diesel fuel and is prone to scuffing;
- Often, the oil system heat exchanger leaks here and the lubricant enters the antifreeze;
- Closer to 200,000 km of run, rockers or camshaft cams may already wear out;
- This unit still has a lot of weaknesses, but they are typical for modern diesel engines.
