The 2.8-liter, 24-valve Volkswagen AQP 2.8 VR6 engine was built between 1999 and 2002, but it was only fitted to charged Golf 4 and Bora sedan models. This power unit received an entirely different AUE index following a minor modernization.
AAA, AQP, ABV, and BUB are all part of the EA360 series.
Specifications
| Production years | 1999-2002 |
| Displacement, cc | 2792 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 204 |
| Torque output, Nm | 270 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron VR6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 81 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 90.3 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | 2 chains |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2/3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Golf 2000) — city — highway — combined |
14.7 8.5 10.8 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~270 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Bora 1 (1J) in 1999 – 2002;
- Volkswagen Golf 4 (1J) in 1999 – 2002.
Disadvantages of the VW AQP engine
First of all, engines like the Golf and Bora are notorious for using a lot of fuel.
Oil consumption is also added here over time, and it increases quickly with mileage.
In addition to having a limited resource, replacing the timing chain is highly costly.
The ignition system and sensor failures frequently disrupt the small things here.
Owners frequently have to deal with coolant and oil leaks.