1.8 NA vs VR6 3.2

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
1.8 NA BUY 80/100
+2 points over VR6 3.2
0 / 100
BUY 1.8 NA Volkswagen
0 / 100
BUY VR6 3.2 Volkswagen

Specifications

1.8 NA
VR6 3.2
Brand
Volkswagen
Volkswagen
Verdict
BUY
BUY
Reliability
80
78
Years
1991--2000
2003--2009
Displacement
1781 cc
3189 cc
Layout
I4
V6
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
90 hp
250 hp
Known Issues
1
0
Total Risk Cost
€200--€400
€0--€0

Character

1.8 NA

"Golf III/IV, Passat B4. Simple 8V NA. Hydraulic lifters. Timing belt (interference). Oil leaks. Nearly unbreakable with basic maintenance. One of VW's most reliable engines."

VR6 3.2

"Unique narrow-angle V6. Glorious sound. R32/TT 3.2. Timing chain at high mileage."

Issues Comparison

1.8 NA 1

▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference) €200--€400 60,000 km--90,000 km

VR6 3.2 0

No documented issues.

Models

1.8 NA 1

Golf Mk3 (1H) 1991--1997

VR6 3.2 3

Touareg 7L 2003--2006 Golf Mk4 (1J) 2003--2003 Golf Mk5 (1K) 2005--2008
Full 1.8 NA Report Full VR6 3.2 Report