VW Golf Mk7 Passat B8 Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI Bare Engine DFGA 150HP 45k, WARRANTY

Warranty and technical condition of the part

The engine is sold with a 90-day warranty.

The power unit was tested before removal and is in full working order.

Listing details

The offer applies to a bare engine.

The engine is sold without accessories (e.g. alternator, starter motor, manifolds, injectors, turbocharger, etc.).

VW Golf Mk7 Passat B8 Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI Bare Engine DFGA 150HP 45k, WARRANTY is a used, factory-original engine block from the TDI family, designed for modern VAG group models. This is a solution for users looking for a proven base for an engine overhaul or replacement while maintaining high mounting compatibility. The bare engine allows for the flexible transfer of accessories from your existing engine, which facilitates fitting it to a specific vehicle configuration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 04L100037A
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 04L100037A
• Substitutable numbers: 04L100037A, 04L 100 037 A, 04L100090RX, 04L 100 090 RX
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Number of cylinders: 4
• Category: Engines
• Engine code: DFGA
• Mileage: 45 000

Technical characteristics of the DFGA engine

The presented engine belongs to the Engines category and represents a modern TDI diesel design used in popular models such as the VW Golf Mk7, Passat B8, or Audi A3 8V. The unit runs on diesel fuel, which ensures favorable fuel consumption and the torque curve characteristic of TDI engines.

The engine features a four-cylinder layout, which translates into a good balance between refinement and simplicity of design. The code DFGA identifies the specific version of the unit, which is crucial when selecting the ECU, accessories, and software. The bare engine provides a solid base for further configuration – the user utilizes their own accessories, maintaining compatibility with the vehicle's existing installation.

Application in VW Golf Mk7, Passat B8, and Audi A3 8V

The DFGA 2.0 TDI engine is used in a wide range of the group's models, making it easier to find the right unit for replacement. In the VW Golf Mk7 and Passat B8, it provides dynamic yet economical propulsion, working well with both manual and automatic transmissions (transmission selection depends on the specific vehicle configuration). In the Audi A3 8V, this power unit is responsible for efficient acceleration and stable performance on the road.

The bare engine is particularly beneficial in situations where the existing engine has suffered mechanical damage, but the accessories (turbo, injectors, manifolds, wiring harness) are suitable for transfer. This allows for the optimization of repair costs while maintaining the vehicle's original equipment specifications.

Condition, mileage, and operational potential

The unit is offered as used, with documented mileage, which allows for a better assessment of its potential for further operation. Low mileage combined with the diesel design promotes long service life with proper maintenance. This type of engine is a good starting point for:

• a comprehensive engine overhaul,
• replacing a damaged block or crankshaft while retaining your own accessories,
• restoring the vehicle to full functionality after a mechanical engine failure.

By maintaining the original DFGA engine specification, the user has the ability to keep factory performance parameters and compatibility with the vehicle's electronics.

Benefits of choosing an original Audi/VW engine

Choosing an original engine from the Audi/VW family ensures high dimensional and mounting compatibility with factory mounting points in the body and drivetrain. This translates into:

• easier installation without the need for structural modifications,
• preservation of the factory drivetrain geometry,
• the ability to use existing wiring harnesses, mounts, and accessories.

For users who value the consistency of factory solutions, this is a practical and technically safe path for repair, especially in the case of modern models with advanced control electronics.

Audi engines – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your Audi and need other components from the same group, such as additional bare engines, short blocks, or complete power units, check out the available parts in the Audi Engines category.

Technical support and unit selection

When choosing a used engine, it is worth paying attention to specific problems characteristic of individual brands and car generations. For comparison, in the case of other manufacturers, such as BMW, some series of power units are particularly sensitive to maintenance neglect. A good point of reference may be an article discussing critical engines in a popular model of that brand – check out the analysis of problematic BMW E90 engines to better understand what to look for when purchasing a used unit.