From 2004 to 2007, the company produced the 3.0-liter VW BKS 3.0 TDI diesel engine, which was exclusively used on the highly sought-after Touareg GP SUV. This power unit was given a new CASA index in 2007 following a minor update.
BPP, ASB, BMK, BKS, BUG, CASA, and CCWA are also included in the EA896 series.
Specifications
| Production years | 2004-2007 |
| Displacement, cc | 2967 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 224 |
| Torque output, Nm | 500 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 83 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 91.4 |
| Compression ratio | 17.0 |
| Features | 2 x DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | VGT |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 8.2 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Volkswagen Touareg 2005) — city — highway — combined |
14.6 8.7 10.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~330 000 |
| Weight, kg | 220 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Touareg 1 (7L) in 2004 – 2007.
Disadvantages of the VW BKS engine
The engine’s intake manifold flaps can jam even before 100,000 kilometers of operation; the CR Bosch system’s erratic piezo injectors cause a lot of issues;
The timing chain resource is between 200,000 and 300,000 kilometers long, and replacement is expensive;
The car just stalls when the injection pump belt breaks, but it only lasts for 100,000 kilometers;
The EGR valve and diesel particulate filter are frequently totally clogged at high mileage.