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Passat CC / CC · 2008–2012

Volkswagen Passat CC / CC 2.0 TDI Passat CC / CC · 170 hp (2008 to 2012)

The Volkswagen Passat CC / CC 2.0 TDI of the Passat CC / CC generation uses the EA189 2.0 TDI diesel engine with 170 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Diesel
Power
170 PS / 125 kW
Displacement
1 968 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
EA189 2.0 TDI
Period covered
2008–2012
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 6 speeds
  • Automatic · 7 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

170 hp (125 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic. Built from 2008 to 2012.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It sits between the 2.0 TDI (140 hp) and the 2.0 TDI (177 hp). The EA189 2.0 TDI engine is also fitted to: Audi A1 (8X), Audi A4 (B8), Audi A5 (8T), Audi Q3 (8U), Audi Q5 (8R), Audi TT (8J).

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Maintenance and records

≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.

Oil change — LongLife service

≈ 30,000 km or 2 years

Per indicator, up to ~30,000 km / 2 years. VW 504 00 (petrol) or 507 00 (diesel) oil required to stay on LongLife.

Source [1]

Oil change — fixed service

15,000 km or 1 year

Every 15,000 km or 1 year. Fixed-interval scheme, advised for city or severe use.

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Brake fluid

Every 2 years

At 3 years, then every 2 years. Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.

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Timing belt

Every 180,000 km

Replace the complete kit (belt, tensioners and usually the water pump) at whichever comes first; a broken belt destroys the engine.

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Air filter

60,000 km or 4 years

Replace more often in dusty conditions.

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Cabin filter

30,000 km or 2 years

Often replaced at each service; earlier if smells or persistent misting appear.

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Diesel filter

60,000 km or 4 years

Drain any water at each service; a clogged filter causes loss of power.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Volkswagen Passat CC / CC 2.0 TDI Passat CC / CC?

The EA189 2.0 TDI diesel engine (1 968 cc), 170 hp (125 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Volkswagen Passat CC / CC 2.0 TDI?

A VW 504 00 / 507 00-approved oil suited to the EA189 2.0 TDI engine.

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Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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