Audi TT FV A3 8V VW Golf Mk7 2.0 TDI Bare Engine CUNA 184HP 95k miles, 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.).

Audi TT FV A3 8V VW Golf Mk7 2.0 TDI Bare Engine CUNA 184HP 95k miles, 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 an original powertrain unit with high refinement and solid torque characteristics. The bare engine allows for the flexible transfer of accessories from your existing engine, making it easier to fit into your specific vehicle configuration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 04L100090N
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 04L100090N
• Substitutable numbers: 04L100090N, 04L 100 090 N, 04L100090NX, 04L 100 090 NX, 04L100032A, 04L 100 032 A, 04L100090L, 04L 100 090 L, 04L100090LX, 04L 100 090 LX, 04L100035G, 04L 100 035 G
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Number of cylinders: 4
• Color: Red
• Category: Engines
• Engine code: CUNA
• Mileage: 95 000

Purpose and compatibility

The presented engine block belongs to the Engines category and is dedicated to Audi vehicles and selected Volkswagen models with the 2.0 TDI unit. The CUNA engine code was used in, among others, the Audi TT FV generation, Audi A3 8V, and Volkswagen Golf Mk7, making this unit an attractive base for replacing a damaged engine in cars based on the same platform.

A bare engine means that the user utilizes their own accessories (including the fuel system, turbocharger, manifolds, and wiring harness), making it easier to maintain compatibility with the electronics and equipment of a specific vehicle. This approach is often chosen by professional workshops because it allows for cost optimization and reduces the risk of compatibility issues.

Technical characteristics of the CUNA unit

The CUNA engine is a modern, four-cylinder diesel unit from the TDI family, designed for dynamic yet economical driving. The four-cylinder configuration provides a favorable compromise between weight, refinement, and performance, which works well in both compact cars and more sporty models, such as the Audi TT.

This unit is valued for its efficient cooperation with modern control systems, stable operation across a wide rev range, and potential for further optimization within factory specifications. The diesel fuel type promotes low operating costs while maintaining adequate dynamics, especially on the highway.

Condition, mileage, and practical application

The engine comes from dismantling and is offered as a used bare block, which allows it to be used both for standard engine replacement and for more advanced repair or modernization projects. The declared mileage allows for an assessment of wear in relation to the typical durability of this engine series, which is important when planning further operation.

The color of the block and external components (red) does not affect performance, but it can facilitate identification of the unit during the assembly process or in projects where the visual aspect of the engine bay also matters. For workshops and individual users, it is important that we are dealing with an original engine block from dismantling, not a replacement of unknown origin.

Benefits of choosing a used engine block

Purchasing a used engine block from the VAG group is a solution that in many cases allows for a significant reduction in repair costs compared to a brand-new unit or a full overhaul. Especially with modern diesels, where the cost of parts and labor is high, choosing a complete block from dismantling is often the most economically rational scenario.

To better understand the differences between new, remanufactured, and used powertrains, it is worth reading an expert guide describing the facts and myths about such solutions – you will find it in the article Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths. This will allow you to consciously assess the profitability of installing a used block in your car.

Audi engines – expansion and modernization of the powertrain

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 blocks, cylinder heads, or complete powertrain units, check out the available parts in the Audi Engines category.

For drivers considering different repair strategies – between remanufacturing and installing a used block – a practical guide comparing these approaches, available in the article Remanufactured or used original – which part to choose for repairs?, may also be helpful. This makes it easier to select a solution tailored to your budget, the car's mileage, and the expected period of further operation.