2.0 engine upgrade

[shifftee]

i 'm looking to either chip my 2.0 or turbocharge it but i have read that 2.0's aren't the strongest engines to modify. should i just get a new engine? maybe a VR6 or 1.8T......

[R_Ethug]

Re: 2.0 engine upgrade

you just got it too ouch.. i woulda bought a new GLI if i was in the market for a new VW but thats me.. as for your 2.0 neuspeed makes a supercharger that will get you to 190ish HP i beleive..

[Kor]

Re: 2.0 engine upgrade

The best solution for a 2.0 guy who wants more power is to sell the 2.0L and buy a new car, same year, same kms, with a TDI, 1.8T or VR6. If your 2.0L is in nice condition, on the used market a careful shopper can possibly turn it over and buy a replacement without investing any money at all. Definitely will have to put in less money than a turbo or supercharger.

Next best upgrade in my opinion is to go right to a supercharger. Easy to install, and fairly reliable (if you get one from a reliable company). Yes this will cost money, but its all you can do. If you add up the cost of smaller 2.0L engine mods, you will see that soon they are almost as much.

A turbo 2.0L is a nice thing, they can make better horsepower than a chipped 1.8T if done right. However, I think this will be the least reliable and most expensive option. It will also reduce your resale the most. Only suitable for hardcore enthusiasts (some of us are).

[James]

Re: 2.0 engine upgrade

Personally, Id go with a supercharger for a 2.0. Like Kor said, the 2.0t's are going to be a pain in the ass reliability-wise. Trading in the car is an option, but your gonna have to take a hit and I would wager its gonna cost you more than buying a s/c and having it installed...Maybe talk to the dealer you got the car from and see if they will cut you some slack? Just a thought...

[Kor]

Re: 2.0 engine upgrade

Personally, Id go with a supercharger for a 2.0. Like Kor said, the 2.0t's are going to be a pain in the ass reliability-wise. Trading in the car is an option, but your gonna have to take a hit and I would wager its gonna cost you more than buying a s/c and having it installed...Maybe talk to the dealer you got the car from and see if they will cut you some slack? Just a thought...

Trading it in at the dealer will definitely be a big hit, but selling it yourself a buying another used vehicle from an individual might go better... sometimes if you shop long enough you can find that "one deal" that is almost too good to be true. You might also find a car with 20k more km's but with the faster engine, that might be a trade you're willing to make.

For the supercharger, expect to pay about $3500 plus installation.