3.0 V6 TSI
Volkswagen · 3.0 V6 TSI (CGRA/DHXA)
2012–present
"Touareg, Arteon R, Cayenne base. EA839 family (shared Porsche/Audi). Supercharged early (CGRA) then turbo. Strong, refined. Timing chain. Carbon buildup. Expensive but reliable for a V6T."
Mileage Risk Timeline
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Known Issues 1
Carbon buildup (DI)
▸Power loss
V6 DI carbon.
Άνθρακας V6 — €500-1,200.
Models with 3.0 V6 TSI 2
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400hp Stage 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Volkswagen 3.0 V6 TSI reliable?
The Volkswagen 3.0 V6 TSI scores 75/100 with a verdict of ACCEPTABLE. It has 1 documented issues with total repair costs between €500 and €1,200.
What are the common problems with the 3.0 V6 TSI?
The most common issues are:
- Carbon buildup (DI) — moderate, repair cost €500–€1,200, 60,000 km–120,000 km
What cars use the Volkswagen 3.0 V6 TSI?
How much does it cost to repair the 3.0 V6 TSI?
Total potential repair costs for all 1 known issues range from €500 to €1,200. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the 3.0 V6 TSI produced?
The Volkswagen 3.0 V6 TSI was produced from 2012 to present. It is a 2995cc V6 petrol turbo engine.
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