Does Volkswagen cars burn engine oil?
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Volkswagen vehicles equipped with the EA888 engine experience engine oil burning. The reasons for this issue are: 1. Defects in the design of the crankcase forced ventilation system; 2. The presence of mesh patterns on the cylinder walls. Taking the 2020 Volkswagen Tayron as an example, it is a mid-size SUV with body dimensions of: length 4589mm, width 18460mm, height 1660mm, wheelbase of 2731mm, fuel tank capacity of 60L, and luggage compartment capacity of 506L. The 2020 Volkswagen Tayron is powered by a 1.4T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 150PS, maximum power of 110kW, maximum torque of 250Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
I've been driving for over a decade, with two of my cars being Volkswagens, so I have some personal experience with oil consumption issues. My old Passat did start consuming oil after hitting 80,000 kilometers, requiring a top-up every 2,000 kilometers. However, switching to a higher viscosity full synthetic oil significantly improved the situation. Many friends with VWs have encountered similar issues, especially in older turbocharged models. But with newer models featuring the third-generation EA888 engines, manufacturers have improved piston ring design, making this problem much less common. For daily use, I recommend developing the habit of regularly checking the oil dipstick and addressing excessive consumption promptly if noticed.
