From 1995 to 1999, the company assembled the 1.8-liter Volkswagen 1.8 T AEB turboengine, which was fitted to the fifth generation of the well-liked Passat model and Audi A4 or A6 vehicles. This power unit was made especially to be installed longitudinally beneath the hood.
RP, AAM, ABS, ADZ, PF, ADR, ARG, AEB, and ANB are all part of the EA827 1.8l series.
Specifications
| Production years | 1995-1999 |
| Displacement, cc | 1781 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 150 |
| Torque output, Nm | 210 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 20v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 81 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86.4 |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain & belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | KKK K03 |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.7 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Passat B5 1998) — city — highway — combined |
10.7 6.2 7.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~330 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Audi A4 B5 (8D) in 1995 – 1999;
- Audi A6 C5 (4B) in 1997 – 1999;
- Volkswagen Passat B5 (3B) in 1996 – 1998.
Disadvantages of the VW AEB engine
Coking of the lubricant in the turbine’s supply tube is a common cause of failure.
Additionally, when the catalyst is clogged, the turbocharger’s resource decreases.
Air leakage in the intake manifold is typically the cause of the floating engine speed.
The timing chain tensioner and oil pump are unreliable.
Air flow meters and coolant temperature sensors are frequently found in buggies.