Why does Volkswagen use cast iron engine blocks?

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MacKendra
07/30/25 10:19am
Volkswagen uses cast iron engine blocks for the following reasons: low cost and mature technology. Taking the Volkswagen Magotan 2020 model as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4865mm, width 1832mm, height 1471mm, wheelbase 2871mm, fuel tank capacity 66 liters, and trunk capacity 533 liters. More details are as follows: 1. The Volkswagen Magotan 2020 model is equipped with a 1.4T turbocharged engine, with a maximum power of 110kW and maximum torque of 250Nm. 2. It is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, featuring a front suspension type of MacPherson independent suspension and a rear suspension type of multi-link independent suspension.
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