1.8T EA113 Passat
Volkswagen · 1.8T (ADR/APT/APU/AWT) Passat
1995–2005
"Passat B5, A4 B5. Lower-output EA113 turbo. Same sludge/coil issues as GTI variant. Less stressed = slightly more reliable. Great balance of performance and economy."
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Known Issues 1
Oil sludge
▸Low oil pressure
Same as GTI variant.
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Models with 1.8T EA113 Passat 5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Volkswagen 1.8T EA113 Passat reliable?
The Volkswagen 1.8T EA113 Passat scores 72/100 with a verdict of ACCEPTABLE. It has 1 documented issues with total repair costs between €500 and €2,000.
What are the common problems with the 1.8T EA113 Passat?
The most common issues are:
- Oil sludge — high, repair cost €500–€2,000, 60,000 km–120,000 km
What cars use the Volkswagen 1.8T EA113 Passat?
How much does it cost to repair the 1.8T EA113 Passat?
Total potential repair costs for all 1 known issues range from €500 to €2,000. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the 1.8T EA113 Passat produced?
The Volkswagen 1.8T EA113 Passat was produced from 1995 to 2005. It is a 1781cc I4 petrol turbo engine.
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