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Family reference for Volkswagen D24 engine.
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FieldReported valueManufacturerVolkswagen GroupProduction1978–1995Configurationinline/row 6-cylinder (R6/I6) diesel engineDisplacement2,383 cc (145.4 cu in)Cylinder bore76.5 mm (3.01 in)Piston stroke86.4 mm (3.40 in)Cylinder block materialgray cast iron, 7 main bearingsCylinder head materialcast aluminium alloyValvetrain12v, belt -driven single overhead camshaft (SOHC)Compression ratio23.5:1Fuel systemBosch mechanical distributor injection pump , indirect fuel injectionFuel typedieselOil systemwet sumpCooling systemwater-cooled timing belt driven water pumpPower output82 hp at 4800 rpm (DIN)Torque output14.3 kpm at 2800 rpmDry weight182 kgSuccessorVolkswagen D24 engine
Volkswagen Group engine directory
Design, development and variant notes
D24 is a naturally aspirated, indirect-injection inline-six diesel; D24T adds a turbocharger and D24TIC adds charge-air cooling. Wikipedia gives all three a 2,383 cc displacement.
The design uses an iron block, aluminium head, belt-driven single overhead camshaft and Bosch VE mechanical distributor injection pump with prechambers. Applications and power figures differ across the three versions.
Data adapted from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0. Production dates and fitments reflect that revision; verify the exact engine code, market and vehicle before applying a specification.
Sources
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Wikipedia: Volkswagen D24 engine. Wikipedia contributors; CC BY-SA 4.0. Source revision oldid 1371433645; accessed 2026-11-10.
Further Wikipedia-sourced details
The following additional information is drawn from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. An open-ended date reflects the source snapshot, not confirmed current production or fitment.
Additional technical and variant notes
The source lists Volkswagen LT production from 1978 to 1995, with CP, DW, 1S and ACT codes used at different dates; it also identifies Volvo 240, 740 and 940 applications and a turbocharged D24T in Pinzgauer 716/718 vehicles.
The technical description gives 23.0:1 compression while the article infobox states 23.5:1. Its prose and table also disagree on the engine speed for the 55 kW rating. Verify those figures against the exact variant and a primary specification.
Wikipedia discusses owner reports of overheating, head-gasket problems and other wear, but marks that discussion as needing citations. It is not evidence that an individual engine has those faults.
D24 variants and ratings
Engine ID / versionMaximum power and rpmMaximum torque and rpmRedlineYears1S, ACT51 kW (69 PS; 68 bhp) at 3,400145 N⋅m (107 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600-1,8001988–1995CP, DW55 kW (75 PS; 74 bhp) at 4,000155 N⋅m (114 lbf⋅ft) at 2,8001978–1992Volkswagen D2460 kW (82 PS; 80 bhp) at 4,800140 N⋅m (103 lbf⋅ft) at 2,8001978-1990Volkswagen D2458 kW (79 PS; 78 bhp) at 4,700140 N⋅m (103 lbf⋅ft) at 2,4001991-1993Volkswagen D24 T (without intercooler)80 kW (109 PS; 107 bhp) at 4,800205 N⋅m (151 lbf⋅ft) at 2,5001983-1991Volkswagen D24 TIC (with intercooler)90 kW (122 PS; 121 bhp) at 4,800235 N⋅m (173 lbf⋅ft) at 2,400max rpm @5200 rpm before fuel cut1986-1995
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Revision 3: Volkswagen D24 engine reference
Family reference for Volkswagen D24 engine.
Family specifications
/ D24
| Field | Reported value |
|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group |
| Production | 1978–1995 |
| Configuration | inline/row 6-cylinder (R6/I6) diesel engine |
| Displacement | 2,383 cc (145.4 cu in) |
| Cylinder bore | 76.5 mm (3.01 in) |
| Piston stroke | 86.4 mm (3.40 in) |
| Cylinder block material | gray cast iron, 7 main bearings |
| Cylinder head material | cast aluminium alloy |
| Valvetrain | 12v, belt -driven single overhead camshaft (SOHC) |
| Compression ratio | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel system | Bosch mechanical distributor injection pump , indirect fuel injection |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Oil system | wet sump |
| Cooling system | water-cooled timing belt driven water pump |
| Power output | 82 hp at 4800 rpm (DIN) |
| Torque output | 14.3 kpm at 2800 rpm |
| Dry weight | 182 kg |
| Successor | Volkswagen D24 engine |
Volkswagen Group engine directory
Design, development and variant notes
D24 is a naturally aspirated, indirect-injection inline-six diesel; D24T adds a turbocharger and D24TIC adds charge-air cooling. Wikipedia gives all three a 2,383 cc displacement.
The design uses an iron block, aluminium head, belt-driven single overhead camshaft and Bosch VE mechanical distributor injection pump with prechambers. Applications and power figures differ across the three versions.
Data adapted from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0. Production dates and fitments reflect that revision; verify the exact engine code, market and vehicle before applying a specification.
Sources
Curated reference notes. Applicability follows the cited sources; hardware testing by this wiki is not implied.
Further Wikipedia-sourced details
The following additional information is drawn from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. An open-ended date reflects the source snapshot, not confirmed current production or fitment.
Additional technical and variant notes
The source lists Volkswagen LT production from 1978 to 1995, with CP, DW, 1S and ACT codes used at different dates; it also identifies Volvo 240, 740 and 940 applications and a turbocharged D24T in Pinzgauer 716/718 vehicles.
The technical description gives 23.0:1 compression while the article infobox states 23.5:1. Its prose and table also disagree on the engine speed for the 55 kW rating. Verify those figures against the exact variant and a primary specification.
Wikipedia discusses owner reports of overheating, head-gasket problems and other wear, but marks that discussion as needing citations. It is not evidence that an individual engine has those faults.
D24 variants and ratings
| Engine ID / version | Maximum power and rpm | Maximum torque and rpm | Redline | Years |
|---|
| 1S, ACT | 51 kW (69 PS; 68 bhp) at 3,400 | 145 N⋅m (107 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600-1,800 | | 1988–1995 |
| CP, DW | 55 kW (75 PS; 74 bhp) at 4,000 | 155 N⋅m (114 lbf⋅ft) at 2,800 | | 1978–1992 |
| Volkswagen D24 | 60 kW (82 PS; 80 bhp) at 4,800 | 140 N⋅m (103 lbf⋅ft) at 2,800 | | 1978-1990 |
| Volkswagen D24 | 58 kW (79 PS; 78 bhp) at 4,700 | 140 N⋅m (103 lbf⋅ft) at 2,400 | | 1991-1993 |
| Volkswagen D24 T (without intercooler) | 80 kW (109 PS; 107 bhp) at 4,800 | 205 N⋅m (151 lbf⋅ft) at 2,500 | | 1983-1991 |
| Volkswagen D24 TIC (with intercooler) | 90 kW (122 PS; 121 bhp) at 4,800 | 235 N⋅m (173 lbf⋅ft) at 2,400 | max rpm @5200 rpm before fuel cut | 1986-1995 |
Revision 3: Volkswagen D24 engine reference
Family reference for Volkswagen D24 engine.
Family specifications
/ D24
| Field | Reported value |
|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group |
| Production | 1978–1995 |
| Configuration | inline/row 6-cylinder (R6/I6) diesel engine |
| Displacement | 2,383 cc (145.4 cu in) |
| Cylinder bore | 76.5 mm (3.01 in) |
| Piston stroke | 86.4 mm (3.40 in) |
| Cylinder block material | gray cast iron, 7 main bearings |
| Cylinder head material | cast aluminium alloy |
| Valvetrain | 12v, belt -driven single overhead camshaft (SOHC) |
| Compression ratio | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel system | Bosch mechanical distributor injection pump , indirect fuel injection |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Oil system | wet sump |
| Cooling system | water-cooled timing belt driven water pump |
| Power output | 82 hp at 4800 rpm (DIN) |
| Torque output | 14.3 kpm at 2800 rpm |
| Dry weight | 182 kg |
| Successor | Volkswagen D24 engine |
Volkswagen Group engine directory
Design, development and variant notes
D24 is a naturally aspirated, indirect-injection inline-six diesel; D24T adds a turbocharger and D24TIC adds charge-air cooling. Wikipedia gives all three a 2,383 cc displacement.
The design uses an iron block, aluminium head, belt-driven single overhead camshaft and Bosch VE mechanical distributor injection pump with prechambers. Applications and power figures differ across the three versions.
Data adapted from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0. Production dates and fitments reflect that revision; verify the exact engine code, market and vehicle before applying a specification.
Sources
Curated reference notes. Applicability follows the cited sources; hardware testing by this wiki is not implied.
Further Wikipedia-sourced details
The following additional information is drawn from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. An open-ended date reflects the source snapshot, not confirmed current production or fitment.
Additional technical and variant notes
The source lists Volkswagen LT production from 1978 to 1995, with CP, DW, 1S and ACT codes used at different dates; it also identifies Volvo 240, 740 and 940 applications and a turbocharged D24T in Pinzgauer 716/718 vehicles.
The technical description gives 23.0:1 compression while the article infobox states 23.5:1. Its prose and table also disagree on the engine speed for the 55 kW rating. Verify those figures against the exact variant and a primary specification.
Wikipedia discusses owner reports of overheating, head-gasket problems and other wear, but marks that discussion as needing citations. It is not evidence that an individual engine has those faults.
D24 variants and ratings
| Engine ID / version | Maximum power and rpm | Maximum torque and rpm | Redline | Years |
|---|
| 1S, ACT | 51 kW (69 PS; 68 bhp) at 3,400 | 145 N⋅m (107 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600-1,800 | | 1988–1995 |
| CP, DW | 55 kW (75 PS; 74 bhp) at 4,000 | 155 N⋅m (114 lbf⋅ft) at 2,800 | | 1978–1992 |
| Volkswagen D24 | 60 kW (82 PS; 80 bhp) at 4,800 | 140 N⋅m (103 lbf⋅ft) at 2,800 | | 1978-1990 |
| Volkswagen D24 | 58 kW (79 PS; 78 bhp) at 4,700 | 140 N⋅m (103 lbf⋅ft) at 2,400 | | 1991-1993 |
| Volkswagen D24 T (without intercooler) | 80 kW (109 PS; 107 bhp) at 4,800 | 205 N⋅m (151 lbf⋅ft) at 2,500 | | 1983-1991 |
| Volkswagen D24 TIC (with intercooler) | 90 kW (122 PS; 121 bhp) at 4,800 | 235 N⋅m (173 lbf⋅ft) at 2,400 | max rpm @5200 rpm before fuel cut | 1986-1995 |