Only the Touareg NF and Q7 4L, the two most popular group crossovers, were equipped with the 3.0-liter Volkswagen CRCA 3.0 TDI diesel engine, which was manufactured from 2011 to 2018. The Porsche Cayenne and Panamera, designated MCR.CA and MCR.CC, were equipped with such a power unit.
Additionally included in the EA897 series are CJMA, CDUC, CDUD, CRCA, CRTC, CVMD, and DCPC.
Specifications
| Production years | 2011-2018 |
| Displacement, cc | 2967 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 245 |
| Torque output, Nm | 550 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 83 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 91.4 |
| Compression ratio | 16.8 |
| Features | 2 x DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | GT 2260 |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 8.0 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 5/6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Volkswagen Touareg 2012) — city — highway — combined |
8.8 6.5 7.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
| Weight, kg | 195 |
The engine was installed on:
- Audi Q7 1 (4L) in 2011 – 2015;
- Volkswagen Touareg 2 (7P) in 2011 – 2018.
Disadvantages of the VW CRCA engine
This series’ motors proved to be more dependable than their predecessors, and there haven’t been many complaints about them thus far;
The fuel system and its piezo injectors are the primary cause of engine failures;
Additionally, specialized forums are occasionally used to discuss oil or coolant leaks;
They frequently stretch here during a run of more than 200,000 kilometers, necessitating the replacement of the timing chain;
The diesel particulate filter and EGR are major issues with all contemporary diesel engines.