Volkswagen Transporter T5 T6 Complete Engine CAAC 2.0 TDI 140HP 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.

Volkswagen Transporter T5 T6 Complete Engine CAAC 2.0 TDI 140HP WARRANTY is a complete powertrain unit from the TDI family, designed for popular Volkswagen commercial vehicle models. The engine with the CAAC code is a modern, fuel-efficient diesel construction that provides a favorable compromise between dynamics and operating economy. This is a solution for users looking for a proven, technically refined engine for their Transporter.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 03L100090E-3
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 03L100090E
• Substitutable numbers: 03L100090E, 03L 100 090 E, 03L100090EX, 03L 100 090 EX
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Number of cylinders: 4
• Part type: Complete Assembly
• Category: Engines
• Engine code: CAAC
• Mileage: 149 000

Technical characteristics of the CAAC 2.0 TDI unit

The CAAC engine belongs to a new generation of Volkswagen diesel units, designed for intensive use in commercial vehicles. The construction based on a four-cylinder inline layout ensures good refinement and predictable behavior under load. The use of TDI technology allows for a favorable torque in a wide range of engine speeds, which translates into efficient acceleration even when fully loaded.

The diesel unit in this configuration has been developed with high mileage and stable operating parameters in mind. The Diesel fuel type, combined with a modern injection system, promotes low operating costs and good energy efficiency. The CAAC engine code facilitates clear identification of the unit and its matching to a specific version of the Transporter T5 or T6.

Application in Volkswagen Transporter T5 and T6

The presented complete engine is intended for installation in Volkswagen Transporter T5 and T6 models, where it serves as the main power source in 2.0 TDI versions with 140 HP. This is a popular configuration used in commercial vehicles, passenger buses, and specialized conversions, valued for its predictable performance and reasonable fuel consumption.

In practice, this means the possibility of using this unit both in vehicles working in local transport and in cars regularly covering intercity routes. The engine from this series works well with typical gearboxes used in Transporters, and its parameters are sufficient for comfortable driving with a load or a full set of passengers.

Condition, mileage, and operational suitability

The offered engine is in the category of used power units, which makes it an attractive alternative to new, significantly more expensive components. The declared mileage allows for assessing the degree of wear and planning further use based on typical service intervals for this TDI series. For many Transporter users, this is a reasonable compromise between the purchase cost and the expected service life.

A complete unit of this type will work well both as a base for replacing a damaged engine and as an element of a fleet modernization project. The Engines category includes components crucial for the vehicle's reliability, which is why choosing the right engine code and fuel type has a direct impact on subsequent operating comfort.

Benefits of choosing the complete CAAC 2.0 TDI 140HP engine

By choosing the complete CAAC engine, you gain, above all, structural consistency with Volkswagen's factory solutions. The unit was developed specifically for Transporters, thanks to which it maintains factory operating characteristics, and installation is carried out based on standard mounting points and service procedures.

• Modern diesel construction from the TDI family, optimized for commercial vehicles.
• Four-cylinder layout ensuring predictable torque characteristics.
• Compatibility with popular Volkswagen Transporter T5 and T6 versions.
• Reasonable cost choice compared to new power units.
• Possibility of further operation while maintaining appropriate service procedures.

Volkswagen engines – selection and additional information

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 power units, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Engines category.

To compare the characteristics of different power units and better understand potential operating costs, it is worth reading the guide material regarding popular constructions. An example is the analysis of failure rates of units in another segment, available in the article Faulty BMW E90 engines: check what can ruin your budget!, which helps to consciously approach the choice of a used engine.

If you are also interested in the impact of the drive type on the operation of a diesel unit in vehicles of different brands, a comparison of AWD systems described in the text xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD drives from BMW, Mercedes, Audi and VW may be useful, where, among other things, the cooperation of engines with advanced drivetrain systems is discussed.