VW Golf Mk6 Passat B7 Tiguan 5N 1.4 TSI Complete Engine CTHD 160HP 45k, WARRANTY

Warranty and technical condition of the part

The engine is sold with a 90-day warranty.

The warranty covers the engine itself; engine accessories are covered by a 30-day warranty.

The power unit was tested before removal and is in full working order.

Listing details

The offer applies to a complete engine.

The engine comes from a right-hand drive (RHD) vehicle. The wiring harness is not compatible with left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles and requires replacement or modification.

VW Golf Mk6 Passat B7 Tiguan 5N 1.4 TSI Complete Engine CTHD 160HP 45k, WARRANTY is a complete powertrain from the Volkswagen range, designed for popular compact and mid-size models. The unit features a modern petrol design, providing dynamic performance characteristics and proven technical solutions suitable for both daily use and more demanding driving.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 03C100042-1
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 03C100042
• Substitutable numbers: 03C100042, 03C 100 042, 03C100092GX, 03C 100 092 GX, 03C100092G, 03C 100 092 G
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Number of cylinders: 4
• Category: Engines
• Engine code: CTHD
• Mileage: 45 000

Purpose and compatibility

The presented complete engine is dedicated to Volkswagen vehicles from the compact and SUV family, such as the sixth-generation Golf, the B7 generation Passat, and the Tiguan 5N. The engine code used allows for precise matching to a specific trim level and model year, which facilitates selection when replacing a damaged engine or performing a comprehensive powertrain repair.

The unit belongs to the Engines category, which means it is a central component of the vehicle's powertrain and is intended for installation in the engine bay without the need to adapt other types of structures.

Technical characteristics of the CTHD unit

The engine belongs to the modern family of TSI petrol units, designed to combine reasonable fuel consumption with good dynamics. The use of a four-cylinder layout ensures balanced operation, and the configuration typical for this series allows for efficient power delivery across a wide rev range.

The CTHD unit has been constructed as a compact, efficient powertrain that works well with both manual and automatic transmissions used in the listed models. As a result, it can be used both in cars driven mainly in the city and in vehicles that regularly cover long-distance routes.

Condition, mileage, and practical application

The engine comes from a used vehicle, which allows for an economical replacement of the powertrain while maintaining a reasonable repair budget. The declared mileage is suitable for further operation after performing standard service procedures, such as changing the oil, filters, and checking the accessories in accordance with the manufacturer's procedures.

In practice, such a powertrain will prove useful in situations where the existing engine has suffered a major mechanical failure or would require an uneconomical overhaul. Using a complete unit allows you to shorten the vehicle's downtime in the workshop and limit the number of potential problem areas compared to an extensive, component-by-component repair.

Benefits of installing a complete 1.4 TSI engine

Choosing a complete 1.4 TSI CTHD engine for a Volkswagen brings a number of practical benefits:

• the ability to restore full powertrain efficiency without the need for a long-term rebuild of the old unit,
• maintaining the original engine performance characteristics intended for the specific model,
• easier planning of workshop work thanks to the use of a complete assembly,
• optimal fit for the fuel system and engine management in Volkswagen vehicles.

For workshops and users, this means a more predictable repair process and the possibility of getting the vehicle back on the road faster. The complete powertrain reduces the risk of inconsistencies between individual sub-assemblies, which is important with modern petrol units.

Selection, reference numbers, and technical support

The engine has an assigned OEM part number and a set of interchangeable numbers, which facilitates its identification in catalogs and parts selection systems. This allows you to precisely verify compatibility with a specific vehicle trim level, minimizing the risk of errors when ordering.

To further deepen your knowledge about potential problems with powertrains in other brands and better understand the importance of proper engine selection, it is worth reading an article describing critical designs in a popular model from the Bavarian manufacturer: Faulty BMW E90 engines – a practical guide to problematic units. This will allow you to better assess how important a conscious approach to purchasing a used engine is.

If you are interested in using used components in modernization projects or want to optimize vehicle modification costs, the following guide may also be helpful: Tuning with used parts – how to safely improve performance. You will find practical tips there regarding planning modifications using components from the secondary market.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as blocks, cylinder heads, or complete powertrains, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen Engines category.