how to tell difference between 2.5tdi

**bobsgolfr** · 07-01-2019, 08:20 PM

hi everyone.
can someone please help me to tell the difference between the 96kw and 128kw 2.5tdi transporter.
i’m looking at a 2005 4motion. manual
it’s interstate so i’d have to ask the owner.

**Sunny43.5** · 07-01-2019, 10:09 PM

The 128kw is bloody quick for starters and is a 5 cylinder single Turbo diesel 96 kw is the non turbo version . Cam shaft problems were one of its problems if the wrong oil was used and occasionally cracks in the manifold oh and water pump failures .

**BrianJ** · 08-01-2019, 07:09 AM

My 96kw is a turbo engine, and didn't both of these power ratings have the same potential faults. So far mine has only had the poor quality water pump problem. I am not sure how you tell the difference at a glance.

**bobsgolfr** · 08-01-2019, 07:10 AM

Originally Posted by Sunny43.5

The 128kw is bloody quick for starters and is a 5 cylinder single Turbo diesel 96 kw is the non turbo version . Cam shaft problems were one of its problems if the wrong oil was used and occasionally cracks in the manifold oh and water pump failures .

unreliable?
also i’m trying to find out if it’s a 128kw without driving it.
so is there any numbers? or something you can tell it’s a 128?

**bobsgolfr** · 08-01-2019, 07:11 AM

are we also staying away fro the autos? or are they ok?
thanks guys

**T54Motion** · 08-01-2019, 07:32 AM

Normally there is a sticker with the info in the cabin, my is on the drivers seat frame.

**Transporter** · 08-01-2019, 10:02 AM

The AXD is 96kW and AXE is 128kW.
Both had turbo, Sunny.

**bobsgolfr** · 08-01-2019, 11:30 AM

sorry what and where would i find that info on the vehicle?

**Rebuild** · 08-01-2019, 01:12 PM

weren't there different inlays for the TDI sign on the tailgate.Full red for the 128. Part or full chrome for lesser models?
AFAIK 96KW weren't sold publicly(panel van type), only for fleets or am i wrong again