VW Golf Mk7 Audi A3 8V Seat Leon 5F 1.6 TDI Bare Engine DBKA 110HP 99k, WARRANTY

Warranty and technical condition of the part

The engine is sold with a 90-day warranty.

The power unit was tested before removal and is in full working order.

Listing details

The offer applies to a bare engine.

The engine is sold without accessories (e.g. alternator, starter motor, manifolds, injectors, turbocharger, etc.).

VW Golf Mk7 Audi A3 8V Seat Leon 5F 1.6 TDI Bare Engine DBKA 110HP 99k, WARRANTY is a used, factory-spec diesel engine block designed for modern VAG group models. This solution is intended for users seeking a technically compatible, tested, and cost-effective replacement for their powertrain while maintaining original performance characteristics. By retaining the correct engine code and power output, this engine block allows for professional repairs without interfering with the factory drivetrain architecture.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 04L100093F
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 04L100093F
• Substitutable numbers: 04L100093F, 04L 100 093 F, 04L100093FX, 04L 100 093 FX
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Number of cylinders: 4
• Category: Engines
• Engine code: DBKA
• Mileage: 99 000

Purpose and compatibility

The offered bare engine block is dedicated to popular models such as the seventh-generation VW Golf, Audi A3 8V, and Seat Leon 5F with the 1.6 TDI 110HP unit. Using the correct DBKA engine code ensures compatibility with factory accessories, wiring harnesses, and the ECU, which facilitates installation in the vehicle and reduces the risk of fitment issues.

The engine belongs to the Engines category, meaning it is intended for a comprehensive replacement of the power unit rather than just individual components. This type of solution is particularly beneficial in cases of severe mechanical damage, where repairing the existing unit is either uneconomical or technically difficult.

Technical characteristics of the unit

The 1.6 TDI DBKA unit is a modern four-cylinder diesel engine designed to combine reasonable fuel consumption with adequate dynamics for daily use. The four-cylinder layout ensures smooth operation, and the use of TDI technology allows for efficient torque utilization across a wide RPM range.

A bare engine block means that before installation, accessories from the previous unit must be transferred (including external components, intake and exhaust systems, or auxiliary equipment – according to the workshop's scope of work). This solution is cost-effective as it allows for the reuse of functional parts from the existing system while refreshing the core of the engine.

Application in service practice

The 1.6 TDI DBKA 110HP engine is frequently chosen for post-accident repairs, or following engine seizure or major mechanical failures. A used engine block allows for the restoration of full vehicle functionality while maintaining factory operating parameters, without the need for costly regeneration of the old unit. This is an especially attractive solution for workshops specializing in Audi, VW, and Seat brands, as well as for conscious users who want to optimize the cost-to-effect ratio.

The mileage of the unit is an important parameter when planning further operation – it allows for assessing the engine's potential and planning any preventive maintenance after installation (e.g., replacing selected seals or checking the timing system). This helps prepare the vehicle for continued, predictable performance in daily driving conditions.

Why choose a used engine block

Purchasing a used engine block with the original DBKA code is a reasonable compromise between cost and functionality. It allows you to:

• maintain the original specifications of the powertrain in the vehicle,
• reduce expenses compared to a new unit or full regeneration,
• shorten repair time thanks to the possibility of direct installation in place of the damaged engine.

For users who want to better understand the differences between new and used power units, the selection process based on OEM numbers, and the real costs of such repairs, the expert guide Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths, which discusses selection procedures and common myths related to used engines in detail, will be helpful.

Expanding the powertrain in Audi

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Audi and need other components from the same group, such as additional blocks, cylinder heads, or complete power units, check out the available parts in the Audi Engines category.