Swedish Mike
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This part of a dream I have. I love the sound of 5 cylinder engines and I am looking to see if it would be possible to fit one in an A2.
A 5 cylinder A2..?
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CrispyEdd
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Would have thought the VAG V5 petrol golf engine was small enough, some beetles had it in, theyre cheap to by. I had the volvo 5 cyclinder v40 diesel, think it was ford architecture, very nice growl to it and shed loads of torque. Pretty sure the R5 T4/5 engine is too big and tall.
Proghound
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In Volvo world, although platforms were shared with Ford before the sale to the Chinese, where 5-cylinder engines went in them (petrol or diesel) these were all of Volvo origin. Then in about 2016 Volvo brought out their own 4-pot VEA range in both fuels, not a forward step in many opinions. I have a 5-pot diesel in my Volvo C70, a D3 which is a down-stroked and smoother version of the legendary D5. It would absolutely fly in something as light as an A2, but OMG the nose-weight!
PlasticMac
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Do you mean the 5 cylinder one that was in the rally winning Quattros? Fantastic engine. Also available in the run out version of the Mk3 TT.
Mac
kp 115
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MB I think
JavaGreen
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Had the Volvo d5 215hp xc70…. fabulous car and it could fly. So steady at 125+ mph
JavaGreen
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In Germany of courseHad the Volvo d5 215hp xc70…. fabulous car and it could fly. So steady at 125+ mph
Swedish Mike
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Love the Volvo 5 cylinder sound. Living in Sweden there are still a few around.Had the Volvo d5 215hp xc70…. fabulous car and it could fly. So steady at 125+ mph
Swedish Mike
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Now that’s a thought. As I said in the original post, just a dream at the moment but looking at what is possible and the cost. Looking at Bentley inspired interior too.In respect to size of A2 only 5pot engine that may fit is 2.3 VR5 from Golf 4, New Beetle, Passat B5. All other 5 cyliders from VAG are inline that are too long for A2... Unless you place it longitudinally and RWD
Swedish Mike
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I love what I have with the basic 1.4 petrol. But is is a dream idea for a mad A2 including a Bentley inspired interior too
Little Dog
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My A2 came from the factory with a 1/2 V6
Following thread with interest.
Following thread with interest.
robskiA2tdi
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Years bk my first Audi was Audi 90 B3 1991 it had 2.3 petrol 5 cyl motor....what a nice sound it was, i do miss this car it was so comfy to drive, think you would struggle to fit 5cyl motor to A2 engine bay without serious mods but hey everything is possible.....
In subject of engine conversions in A2 to be able to enjoy it for long time in future based on its aluminium frame, funky look and its size I think that conversion to electric is the way it should go, but thats my point of view (i had ev for 6 years doing 70miles a day runs) and I know it would fit my needs.
In subject of engine conversions in A2 to be able to enjoy it for long time in future based on its aluminium frame, funky look and its size I think that conversion to electric is the way it should go, but thats my point of view (i had ev for 6 years doing 70miles a day runs) and I know it would fit my needs.
JavaGreen
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Just sold a really nice 9-3 Saab Convertible and bought a 1997 SLK with 14k miles on the clock, outstanding condition.
