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Transporter T6.1 · 2019–…
The Volkswagen Transporter 2.0 TDI 150 of the Transporter T6.1 generation uses the EA288 2.0 TDI diesel engine with 150 hp.
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
150 hp (110 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual. Built from 2019 to date.
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It sits between the 2.0 TDI 110 (110 hp) and the 2.0 TDI 199 (199 hp). The EA288 2.0 TDI engine is also fitted to: Audi A3 (8V), Audi A3 (8Y), Audi A4 (B9), Audi A5 (F5), Audi A6 (C7), Audi A6 (C8).
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On a van, use matters more than age: heavy loads, short trips and long idling wear the clutch, rear brakes and particulate filter. Check the rear tyres and dampers and the side and rear doors, and tell the workshop about urban delivery use.
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Among the Transporter T6.1 pages, the 2.0 TDI 110 110 hp offers a comparison: 110 hp (81 kW), EA288 2.0 TDI, 1 968 cm³, 5-speed manual, from 2019. The version on this page has 150 hp (110 kW), EA288 2.0 TDI, 1 968 cm³, 6-speed manual, from 2019. When requesting a quote, specify the output and gearbox; the marketing name alone does not identify the correct parts.
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≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.
≈ 30,000 km or 2 years
Typical interval: 30,000 km or 24 months, whichever comes first. VW 507.00 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.
Source [1]Every 2 years
Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.
Source [1]Every 210,000 km
Replace the complete kit (belt, tensioners and usually the water pump) at whichever comes first; a broken belt destroys the engine.
Source [1]60,000 km or 4 years
Replace more often in dusty conditions.
Source [1]30,000 km or 2 years
Often replaced at each service; earlier if smells or persistent misting appear.
Source [1]60,000 km or 4 years
Drain any water at each service; a clogged filter causes loss of power.
Source [1]The EA288 2.0 TDI diesel engine (1 968 cc), 150 hp (110 kW).
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A VW 507.00-approved oil suited to the EA288 2.0 TDI engine.
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This page covers Volkswagen Transporter T6.1 2.0 TDI 150 150 hp, panel van, from 2019, with 150 hp (110 kW), EA288 2.0 TDI, 1 968 cm³, 6-speed manual, from 2019. Compare these details with the registration document and gearbox identification. The designation EA288 2.0 TDI may cover several revisions: a VIN is still needed to confirm part numbers.
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