Engine options available on the VW T4 California Exclusive
Engine options
The Volkswagen T4 California Exclusive stands out not only for its campervan fittings, but also for the range of engine options it offered. In this post, we’ll take a look at all the available engines, their technical specifications and advantages, to help you gain an in-depth understanding of the options that defined this iconic model.
Petrol engines
- 4-cylinder engines: These petrol engines varied in size and power output. They were 1.8-litre and 2.0-litre engines with power outputs of 67 and 84 cv respectively.
- 5-cylinder engines: The 5-cylinder options comprised two engines with a 2.5-litre displacement, delivering 109 and 112 cv respectively.
- VR6 engine: Volkswagen also offered VR6 engines in the T4, which is a V6 engine. The VR6 options included 2.8-litre and 2.9-litre engines, with power outputs of 140 and 204 cv.
Diesel engines
- 4-cylinder engines: As with the petrol engines, the T4’s diesel engines came in a variety of sizes and power outputs. These engines were popular for their fuel efficiency and durability. Some diesel options included 1.9-litre and 2.4-litre engines, with power outputs ranging from around 68 to 78 cv.
- 5-cylinder TDI engines: Volkswagen later introduced 5-cylinder TDI diesel engines that offered better performance and more torque compared to the 4-cylinder diesel engines. These engines had capacities of approximately 2.5 litres and could produce power outputs ranging from around 88 to 151 cv.
Engine codes
Below is a table showing the engines mentioned above and their engine codes.
| Fuel | Displacement | Code | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.8 (4-cylinder) | PF | 67 |
| Petrol | 2.0 (4-cylinder) | AAC | 84 |
| Petrol | 2.5 (5-cylinder) | AAF/ACU | 110 cv – 81 kW |
| Petrol | 2.5 (5-cylinder) | AET | 112 |
| Petrol | 2.8 VR6 (6-cylinder) | AES | 140 cv – 103 kW |
| Diesel | 1.9 (4-cylinder) | 1X | 68 cv – 50 kw |
| Diesel | 2.4 (4-cylinder) | AAB | 75 cv – 55 kW |
| Diesel | 2.5 TDI (5-cylinder) | AJT | 88 cv – 65 kW |
| Diesel | 2.5 TDI (5-cyl.) | ACV | 102 cv – 75 kW |
| Diesel | 2.5 TDI (5-cyl.) | AHY / AXG | 151 cv – 111 kW |
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