Miscellaneous

How long should a TDI turbo last?

How long should a TDI turbo last?

Turbos are designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle (or around 150,000 miles); however, it’s possible for them to wear out over time depending on how hard you drive the car and the original build quality of the turbo.

How long does a VW TDI engine last?

The main reason I purchased the VW Golf TDI is that with the diesel engine, life expectancy is 50-80% longer. A well-maintained diesel engine can easily go 400-500,000 miles.

How long do VW Jetta Turbos last?

The average turbocharger will run between 100,000 and 125,000 miles, but harsh driving conditions, aftermarket components, and low quality factory parts will certainly cause the turbocharger to fail ahead of schedule.

How long does a VW 2.0 turbo last?

It will last at least 150.000 miles if is stock and well taken care of.

How do you tell if a turbo is going bad?

The most common signals that you may have a blown turbo are:

  1. The car has noticeable power loss.
  2. The acceleration of the car seems slow and noisy.
  3. The car doesn’t easily maintain high speeds.
  4. There is smoke coming from the exhaust.
  5. There is an engine fault light on the dashboard.

What happens when a turbo fails on a diesel?

Be aware that when your turbo fails the pieces will drop down into the intercooler and the oil seals will fail. Unfortunately the engine can actually run on this oil and can run away at maximum RPM until all the oil is used up, at which point the engine will seize.

How long does a TDI Jetta last?

However, the VW Jetta has shown the ability to surpass the 100,000-mile mark with few issues. Some Jetta models have even exceeded the 200,000-mile mark with only a few issues. If we use the 100,000-mile mark as an indicator, the average VW Jetta will last about 7.5 years.

What is the life expectancy of a VW Golf TDI?

The main reason I purchased the VW Golf TDI is that with the diesel engine, life expectancy is 50-80% longer. A well-maintained diesel engine can easily go 400-500,000 miles.

How many miles will a TDI engine last?

The TDI engine may last up to 500k miles but everything around it won’t. And if you depend on VW dealerships to perform the repairs, plus the added premium of diesel fuel over high octane gas, the long term cost savings will erode. For example, the Turbocharger is good for 100 to 150k miles.

How many mpg does a Volkswagen TDI get?

Volkswagen TDI’s are the ultimate economy car, with many averaging 40 to 50 mpg. If you want to keep the economy but add some zip to your TDI, we can help you choose the right upgrades for your car.

Can you upgrade a VW TDI engine?

Parleys Diesel Performance offers the TDI Performance mods you need to get even better diesel fuel mileage, and to awaken the power of the sleeping beast in your TDI engine. We offer TDI upgrades from some of the best brands in the business. To see parts specifically for your VW TDI, choose your year and engine displacement.