The 1.9-liter 8-valve VW AXC 1.9 TDI diesel engine was assembled from 2003 to 2009 and installed on various modifications of the popular T5 Transporter minibus. This diesel engine was the weakest in the line and endowed the car with mediocre dynamics.
The EA188-1.9 series also includes: AJM, ASZ, AUY, AVB, AVF, AWX, AXB, AXC, BKC, BLS, BXE.
Specifications
| Production years | 2003-2009 |
| Displacement, cc | 1896 |
| Fuel system | unit-injectors |
| Power output, hp | 86 |
| Torque output, Nm | 200 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 79.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 95.5 |
| Compression ratio | 18.5 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | yes |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.8 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 3/4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Volkswagen Transporter 2005) — city — highway — combined |
9.3 6.5 7.5 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Transporter T5 (7H) in 2003 – 2009.
Disadvantages of the VW AXC engine
- Firstly, this is a rather weak unit, acceleration to hundreds takes almost 25 seconds;
- But in terms of reliability, it is not bad, breakdowns occur only at a significant mileage;
- Due to the fastening of the unit injectors with one bolt, they can become loose and leak;
- Poor quality oil contributes to the rapid wear of the camshaft and hydraulic lifters;
- The weak points of this engine also include a turbine, as well as a tandem pump.
