EA839
Porsche · 3.0 V6 Twin-Turbo
2016–present
"Audi-derived V6TT. Strong, refined. Coolant transfer tube is Achilles heel. Porsche tax on repairs."
Mileage Risk Timeline
When problems typically appear — enter your mileage to see your risk zone
Known Issues 4
Coolant transfer tube leak
▸Coolant loss, sweet smell, low coolant warning
Plastic tube between cylinder banks degrades. Engine-out repair at most shops. Known Porsche TSB.
Πλαστικός σωλήνας ψυκτικού μεταξύ κυλινδροσειρών. Βγαίνει ο κινητήρας στα περισσότερα συνεργεία. 1500-3500 EUR.
Turbo wastegate rattle
▸Metallic rattle on cold start, disappears when warm
Wastegate actuator wear causes rattle. Not critical but annoying. Replacement = turbo removal.
Κροταλισμός wastegate σε κρύα εκκίνηση. Δεν είναι κρίσιμο αλλά ενοχλητικό. Αντικατάσταση = αφαίρεση turbo.
Oil separator valve failure
▸Excessive oil consumption, blue smoke, rough idle
PCV/oil separator degrades. Causes oil burning and rough running. Not difficult to replace.
Βαλβίδα διαχωρισμού λαδιού. Προκαλεί κατανάλωση λαδιού και ακανόνιστο ρελαντί. Σχετικά εύκολη αντικατάσταση.
Water pump failure
▸Coolant leak, overheating warning
Electric water pump can fail. Common VAG group issue. Replace proactively at 100k km.
Ηλεκτρική αντλία νερού. Κοινό θέμα ομίλου VAG. Προληπτική αντικατάσταση στα 100k km.
Models with EA839 5
Other Porsche Engines
Tuning Potential
Stage 1 ~480hp
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Porsche EA839 reliable?
The Porsche EA839 scores 72/100 with a verdict of ACCEPTABLE. It has 4 documented issues with total repair costs between €3,300 and €8,300.
What are the common problems with the EA839?
The most common issues are:
- Coolant transfer tube leak — high, repair cost €1,500–€3,500, 60,000 km–120,000 km
- Turbo wastegate rattle — moderate, repair cost €800–€2,500, 40,000 km–100,000 km
- Oil separator valve failure — moderate, repair cost €400–€900, 80,000 km–150,000 km
- Water pump failure — moderate, repair cost €600–€1,400, 80,000 km–150,000 km
What cars use the Porsche EA839?
The EA839 is found in:
- Macan (2014–2018)
- Panamera (2013–2016)
- Cayenne 3.0T (2018–present)
- Cayenne S (2019–present)
- Panamera 3.0T (2016–present)
How much does it cost to repair the EA839?
Total potential repair costs for all 4 known issues range from €3,300 to €8,300. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the EA839 produced?
The Porsche EA839 was produced from 2016 to present. It is a 2995cc V6 petrol turbo engine.
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