Turbocharged / Naturally Aspirated (varies by engine code)
Valves per Cylinder
5 (3 intake + 2 exhaust, total 20 valves)
Camshaft Configuration
Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC)
Cooling System
Water-cooled
Fuel Type
Gasoline / Petrol
Surface Finish
CNC-machined, pressure-tested
VVT Compatibility
Some versions (depending on application)
Applications (Engine Compatibility)
Engine Code
Type
Notes
AEB
1.8L Turbo
Early 1.8T, no VVT
AJL
1.8L Turbo
Similar to AEB but with VVT
ANB
1.8L Turbo
Later version, VVT equipped
AWT
1.8L Turbo
Late 1.8T with electronic throttle
ADR / ARG
1.8L NA
May share head casting (non-turbo)
Note: Always verify fitment via engine code and cylinder head design. The 058103373D is commonly linked with AEB and compatible 20V turbo engines, often seen in:
Audi A4 (B5)
VW Passat (B5)
Skoda Superb (1st gen)
Seat models with 1.8T
Package Options
Package Type
Description
Bare Head
No camshaft, no valves
Semi-assembled
Includes guides and seats
Fully Assembled
With valves, springs, retainers, seals, and camshafts (optional)
Quality & Testing
ISO/TS 16949 certified production line
100% pressure leak tested
Precision-machined sealing surfaces
Compatible with OEM timing and valve components
Volkswagen Engine Overview
Platform Information
Model: Volkswagen Passat B5
Production Years: 1996 – 2005 (including B5.5 facelift)
Engine Configuration: 1.8L inline-4
Engine Mounting: Longitudinal front-mounted
Drivetrain: FWD / 4Motion AWD (some variants)
Main Engine Codes for VW Passat B5 (1.8L)
Engine Code
Type
Turbo
Displacement
Power Output
Valves
Notes
ADR
Naturally Aspirated
NO
1.8L
92 kW / 125 PS
20V
5-valve design, NA configuration
ARG
Naturally Aspirated
NO
1.8L
92 kW / 125 PS
20V
Similar to ADR, different throttle
AEB
Turbocharged
YES
1.8L
110 kW / 150 PS
20V
Early 1.8T, no VVT
ANB
Turbocharged
YES
1.8L
110 kW / 150 PS
20V
Updated AEB with VVT
APU
Turbocharged
YES
1.8L
110 kW / 150 PS
20V
Similar to ANB, minor revisions
AJL
Turbocharged
YES
1.8L
110 kW / 150 PS
20V
Used in quattro (AWD) versions
AWT
Turbocharged
YES
1.8L
110 kW / 150 PS
20V
Late model with VVT, electronic throttle
Technical Specifications(Based on AEB/AWT typical models)
Specification
Value
Displacement
1781 cc (1.8L)
Engine Structure
Inline 4-cylinder, cast iron block + aluminum head
Valve Train
DOHC, 5 valves per cylinder (20V total)
Compression Ratio
9.5:1 (turbo) / 10.3:1 (NA)
Fuel System
Multi-point injection (MPI) / EFI
Turbocharger
K03 Series (e.g., K03-052)
Cooling System
Water-cooled
Ignition
Coil-on-plug or single coil (depending on model year)
ECU
BOSCH ME 3.8 / ME 7.5 (varies by model)
Applicable Vehicles (B5 Platform)
Brand
Model
Production Years
Engine Codes
VW
Passat B5
1996–2000
AEB, ADR, ARG
VW
Passat B5.5
2001–2005
APU, ANB, AJL, AWT
Audi
A4 B5
1995–2001
AEB, AJL, ADR
Skoda
Superb I
2001–2008
AWT, ALZ, ARG (varies)
Cylinder Head Structure Overview
All 1.8L engines used in Passat B5 (NA or Turbocharged) share the 5-valve-per-cylinder layout: → 3 intake + 2 exhaust valves per cylinder (total 20 valves).
Cylinder head material: Cast aluminum alloy
Equipped with heat-resistant valve seats
VVT (Variable Valve Timing) is featured in later models (e.g., AWT, ANB)
Early models (e.g., AEB) have no VVT but excellent airflow design, popular in tuning communities