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2.5 TDI MT L3H3 50lwb (163 hp)


Technical data

This 2.5 TDI MT L3H3 50lwb (163 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Van, which was produced by Volkswagen from 2006 to 2011. In addition to this engine, 95 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km13.5litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km10litre
Fuel tank capacity75litre
Cruising rangefrom 560 to 940km
FuelDiesel
Emission standardEURO IV
Top speed158km/h

Engine

Displacement2461cm3
Engine power163bhp
RPM at max powerto 3 500RPM
Maximum torque350Nm
RPM at max torque2000RPM
Engine typeDiesel
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCommon Rail
Forced inductionTurbocharger
IntercoolerYes
Number of cylinders5
Valves per cylinder2

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears6
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle13.6m

Body

Seats3
Length6940mm
Width1993mm
Height2940mm
Wheelbase4325mm
Front track1732mm
Rear track1738mm
Gross weight5000kg
Body typeVan

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionSpring
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City15.5 litres / 100km
Highway9.2 litres / 100km
Average11.5 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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