Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G) — Reliability

B8 (3G) 2014–2019 1 engine

Reliability Summary

Engine EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI) — 80/100 BUY
Known Issues 2

Engine in this model

BUY 80

EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)

2.0L TSI I4

Same as Audi EA888 Gen 3. Dual injection, metal tensioner. Golf GTI/R engine. Proven.

View details →

Known Issues Across All Engines

Issue Engine Severity Onset
Water pump failure EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI) moderate 60,000 km – 120,000 km
Intake carbon buildup (reduced in Gen 3) EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI) minor 60,000 km – 120,000 km