From 2008 to 2015, Volkswagen produced the 3.6-liter VR-shaped CMVA 3.6 FSI engine, which was only used in the Faeton executive class sedan. In essence, this power unit was a slightly more potent version of the CMTA index motor.
AXZ, BHK, BWS, CDVC, CMTA, and CMVA are all part of the EA390 series.
Specifications
| Production years | 2008-2015 |
| Displacement, cc | 3597 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 280 |
| Torque output, Nm | 370 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron VR6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 89 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 96.4 |
| Compression ratio | 12.0 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | 2 chains |
| Phase regulator | on both shafts |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 6.7 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Phaeton 2009) — city — highway — combined |
17.1 8.6 11.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~330 000 |
| Weight, kg | 188 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Phaeton 1 (3D) in 2008 – 2015.
Disadvantages of the VW CMVA engine
This motor is highly dependable and has already eliminated the majority of the series’ illnesses;
The most well-known engine issues are brought on by soot buildup on the valves;
The crankcase ventilation system needs to be repaired frequently; typically, the membrane is replaced;
After 200–250 thousand kilometers, timing chains may stretch out and begin to rattle; an increase in oil level and the gasoline odor beneath the valve cover are indicators of injection pump leaks.