2.0 FSI
Volkswagen · 2.0 FSI (BLR/BLY/BVY)
2003–2008
"Golf V, Passat B6, A4 B7. First mass-market FSI (direct injection). Cam follower wear on HPFP. Carbon buildup on intake valves. Timing chain tensioner. FSI complexity with NA power. Disappointing."
Mileage Risk Timeline
When problems typically appear — enter your mileage to see your risk zone
Known Issues 3
Timing chain tensioner failure
▸Rattle, timing codes
Tensioner revision B or later needed.
Τεντωτήρας αλυσίδας — €800-2,000. ΚΡΙΣΙΜΟ.
Cam follower / HPFP wear
▸Ticking, fuel pressure codes
FSI HPFP cam follower wears through. Check every 30k km.
Cam follower HPFP — €100-500. Ελέγξτε κάθε 30k km.
Carbon buildup (DI)
▸Power loss, rough idle
FSI = severe carbon.
Άνθρακας FSI — €400-1,000.
Models with 2.0 FSI 8
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Tuning Potential
None practical — turbo swap better
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Volkswagen 2.0 FSI reliable?
The Volkswagen 2.0 FSI scores 58/100 with a verdict of CAUTION. It has 3 documented issues with total repair costs between €1,300 and €3,500.
What are the common problems with the 2.0 FSI?
The most common issues are:
- Timing chain tensioner failure — critical, repair cost €800–€2,000, 60,000 km–120,000 km
- Cam follower / HPFP wear — high, repair cost €100–€500, 40,000 km–80,000 km
- Carbon buildup (DI) — high, repair cost €400–€1,000, 60,000 km–120,000 km
What cars use the Volkswagen 2.0 FSI?
How much does it cost to repair the 2.0 FSI?
Total potential repair costs for all 3 known issues range from €1,300 to €3,500. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the 2.0 FSI produced?
The Volkswagen 2.0 FSI was produced from 2003 to 2008. It is a 1984cc I4 petrol na engine.
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