Eos 2.0 TDI Diesel Engines
from £1,295 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £1,295 · Common codes: CBAB, CFFB, CFGC, CBDC
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Eos 2.0 TDI Diesel Engines
from £1,295 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £1,295 · Common codes: CBAB, CFFB, CFGC, CBDC
Eos 2.0 TSI Petrol Engines
from £1,495 to £3,600
Rebuilt units from £1,495 · Common codes: CAWB, CCZA, CDLA, CCTA
Eos 3.2 V6 Performance Engines
from £2,850 to £4,950
Rebuilt units from £2,850 · Common codes: AXZ, BUB, BWS

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Every engine code fitted to the Volkswagen Eos across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed diesel engine families across Volkswagen Eos variants.

BKD - 2.0L Diesel
Main replacement triggers are timing chain wear, EGR / cooling faults and turbo-control issues.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£1,295 - £2,450
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Volkswagen Eos spans 2006-2015 with EA188/EA288 diesel and EA888/EA111 petrol engines dominating replacement demand. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the original failure point - plus a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty. Use this decision tool to compare repair vs...
Timing Chain Tensioner Failure
Most affected vehicles
Volkswagen Eos S/SE/Sport 2.0 TDI (2006-2012, BKD/CBAB), Sport/SE 2.0 TSI (2009-2012, CAWB/CCZA)
Failure mileage range
60,000-100,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Early tensioner design lacks sufficient oil pressure retention, allowing chain slack that causes rattling on cold starts and potential valve damage if ignored.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Chain & Tensioner Kit | £1,200 - £1,800 | £750 - £1,200 | Replace tensioner, guides, chain; oil system flush | Viable only if caught before rattling; prevents catastrophic failure |
| Intermediate - Top-End Repair | £2,500 - £4,000 | £1,500 - £2,500 | Cylinder head removal, valve inspection, chain system replacement | Only if valves undamaged; risk of hidden damage remains |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt Engine | £4,500 - £7,500 | £1,495 - £3,450 | Supply & fit rebuilt unit with upgraded tensioner, bench-tested, 12-month warranty | Most reliable long-term solution for high-mileage or damaged engines |
Our recommendation
If you hear cold-start rattling but the engine still runs smoothly, a preventative chain kit from a specialist offers best value. If rattling is severe or accompanied by misfires, replacement with a rebuilt unit featuring upgraded tensioner is the safest investment for a discontinued model.
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Every displacement fitted to the Volkswagen Eos is listed below with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The 2.0L TDI diesel was the backbone of the Volkswagen Eos range from 2006-2015, powering entry S trims through to performance GT variants with outputs from 140-170hp. These EA188/EA288 units offer strong torque and motorway economy but require attention to timing chain and emissions system maintenance.
Engine Code(s)
BKD, CBAB, CFFB, CFGC, CBDC
Compatible Models (UK)
S 2.0 TDI (2006-2010), SE 2.0 TDI (2008-2015), Sport 2.0 TDI (2009-2015), GT 2.0 TDI 170PS (2010-2015), Final Edition 2.0 TDI
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Timing chain tensioner wear (60k-100k miles), EGR cooler leakage, DPF saturation on low-mileage use
Production Years: 2014-2015
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The 2.0L TDI diesel powered most UK Eos models from 2006-2015, offering strong torque and motorway economy but requiring attention to timing chain and emissions system maintenance.
Common Volkswagen Eos Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
The 2.0L TDI diesel powered most UK Eos models from 2006-2015, offering strong torque and motorway economy but requiring attention to timing chain and emissions system maintenance.
Common Volkswagen Eos Diesel Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Diesel Models
Petrol Eos models span naturally aspirated 2.0 FSI (2006-2008) and turbocharged 1.4/2.0/3.2 TSI/FSI units (2009-2015), with EA888 TSI engines dominating replacement enquiries.
Common Volkswagen Eos Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
The Volkswagen Eos was not offered with hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric powertrains in the UK market during its 2006-2015 production run.
Important Notes
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This technical timeline covers all major engine changes across the Volkswagen Eos production run (2006-2015), organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt engine prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
BKD- 2.0 diesel (S 2.0 TDI / SE 2.0 TDI)
BVY- 2.0 petrol (S 2.0 FSI / SE 2.0 FSI)
AXZ- 3.2 petrol VR6 (Individual 3.2 V6 FSI)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
BKDBVYAXZ