Theis is a direct-fit turbocharger unit engineered for Volkswagen Group 2.0 TDI diesel engines that specify the 03L253010C OEM turbo reference. This turbocharger boosts the volume of air entering the engine, helping improve power delivery, acceleration, torque and overall performance while supporting efficient combustion and fuel economy. It’s built to match the factory-specified turbo performance on compatible Audi, VW, SEAT and Škoda models — making it ideal when restoring power on vehicles with worn or failing turbo units.

OEM Number: 53039880206, 53039880132, 53039880139, 53039880152, 53039880205, 03L253016F, 03L253019A, 03L253019J, 03L253019T, 03L253010C,03L253016F, 03L253019A, 03L253019J, 03L253019T, 03L253010C, 03L253010CV, 03L253010CX, 03L253016FV, 03L253016FX, 03L253016J, 03L253016JV, 03L253016JX, 03L253019AV,03L253019AX, 03L253019JV, 03L253019JX, 03L253019TV, 03L253019TX, 03L253056A, 03L253056AV, 03L253056AX, 03L253056B, 03L253056BV, 03L253056BX, 03L253019FX
03L253019FV, 03L253019F, 03L253056AU, 03L250319A, 03L250319AV, 03L250319AX, 03L250319TX, 03L250319TV, 03L250319T, 53039880206, 53039880132, 53039880139, 53039880152, 53039880205, 53039700139, 53039700152, 53039700205, 53039700206, 53039700132, BV43-0152, BV43-152, 03L253016JV410, 03L253016JV300, JZA253056AX, BV43-0152, BV43B-0132
BV43B-0206, BV43B - 0205, BV43B, BV43a-0139, 5303 988 0139, 5303 988 0152, 5303 988 0205,  5303 988 0206, 5303 970 0152, 5303 970 0205, 5303 970 0206, 5303 988 0132, 5303 970 0132, 5303 970 0139, BV43B-0139, BV43-0139,
BV43B - 0139, BV43 - 0139, BV43B 0139, BV43 0139

Product Details:

Charge Type : Exhaust Turbocharger

Quantity: 1

Make	Model	Variant	Type	Engine	Chassis	Year
Audi	A3	Diesel Convertible	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP CBAA;CFFA	FWD -- 8P7	2008-2013
Audi	A3	Diesel Convertible	2.0 TDI	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBAB;CFFB	FWD -- 8P7	2008-2013
Audi	A3	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP AZV;CBAA;CFFA	FWD -- 8PA	2004-2013
Audi	A3	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP AZV;CBAA;CFFA	FWD -- 8P1	2003-2012
Audi	A3	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI 16V	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKD;CBAB;CFFB;CLJA	FWD -- 8PA	2004-2013
Audi	A3	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI 16V	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKD;CBAB;CFFB;CLJA	FWD -- 8P1	2003-2012
Audi	A3	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI 16V quattro	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKD;CBAB;CFFB	AWD -- 8P1	2004-2012
Audi	A3	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI 16V quattro	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKD;CBAB;CFFB	AWD -- 8PA	2005-2013
Skoda	Yeti	Diesel SUV	2.0 TDI 4x4	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBDB;CFHC;CLCB	AWD -- 5L	2009-2017
VW	Eos	Diesel Convertible	2.0 TDI 16V	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBAB;CFFB	FWD -- 1F7,1F8	2008-2015
VW	Golf	Diesel Estate	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP CBDA;CFHB	FWD VI AJ5	2009-2013
VW	Golf	Diesel Estate	2.0 TDI	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBDB;CFHC;CJAA	FWD VI AJ5	2009-2013
VW	Golf	Diesel Estate	2.0 TDI 16V	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKD;CBDB	FWD V 1K5	2007-2009
VW	Golf	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP AZV	FWD V 1K1	2003-2008
VW	Golf	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP CFFA	FWD VI 5K1	2008-2012
VW	Golf	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBAB;CFFB;CJAA	FWD VI 5K1	2008-2013
VW	Golf	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI	1968cc 81KW 110HP CBDC;CLCA	FWD VI 5K1	2008-2012
VW	Golf	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI 4motion	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBAB;CFFB	AWD VI 5K1	2009-2012
VW	Golf Plus	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP AZV;CBDA;CFHB	FWD V 5M1,521	2005-2013
VW	Golf Plus	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI	1968cc 81KW 110HP CBDC;CLCA	FWD V 5M1,521	2009-2013
VW	Golf Plus	Diesel Hatch	2.0 TDI 16V	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKD;CBDB;CFHC	FWD V 5M1,521	2005-2013
VW	Jetta	Diesel Saloon	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP AZV;CBDA	FWD III 1K2	2005-2010
VW	Jetta	Diesel Saloon	2.0 TDI 16V	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKD;CBDB;CJAA	FWD III 1K2	2005-2010
VW	Passat	Diesel Estate	2.0 Blue TDI	1968cc 105KW 143HP CBAC	FWD B6 3C5	2009-2010
VW	Passat	Diesel Estate	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP BMA;CBAA	FWD B6 3C5	2005-2010
VW	Passat	Diesel Estate	2.0 TDI	1968cc 81KW 110HP CBDC	FWD B6 3C5	2008-2010
VW	Passat	Diesel Estate	2.0 TDI 16V	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKP;CBAB	FWD B6 3C5	2005-2010
VW	Passat	Diesel Estate	2.0 TDI 16V 4motion	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKP;CBAB	AWD B6 3C5	2005-2010
VW	Passat	Diesel Saloon	2.0 Blue TDI	1968cc 105KW 143HP CBAC	FWD B6 3C2	2009-2010
VW	Passat	Diesel Saloon	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP BMA;CBAA	FWD B6 3C2	2005-2010
VW	Passat	Diesel Saloon	2.0 TDI	1968cc 81KW 110HP CBDC	FWD B6 3C2	2008-2010
VW	Passat	Diesel Saloon	2.0 TDI 16V	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKP;CBAB	FWD B6 3C2	2005-2010
VW	Passat	Diesel Saloon	2.0 TDI 16V 4motion	1968cc 103KW 140HP BKP;CBAB	AWD B6 3C2	2005-2010
VW	Passat CC	Diesel Coupe	2.0 Blue TDI	1968cc 105KW 143HP CBAC	FWD B6 357	2009-2010
VW	Passat CC	Diesel Coupe	2.0 TDI	1968cc 100KW 136HP CBAA;CFFA	FWD B6 357	2008-2011
VW	Passat CC	Diesel Coupe	2.0 TDI	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBAB;CFFB	FWD B6 357	2008-2012
VW	Passat CC	Diesel Coupe	2.0 TDI 4motion	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBAB;CFFB	AWD B6 357	2009-2012
VW	Scirocco	Diesel Coupe	2.0 TDI	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBDB;CFHC	FWD III 137,138	2008-2017
VW	Tiguan	Diesel SUV	2.0 TDI	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBAB;CFFB	FWD -- 5N_	2008-2018
VW	Tiguan	Diesel SUV	2.0 TDI 4motion	1968cc 100KW 136HP CBAA;CFFA	AWD -- 5N_	2007-2018
VW	Tiguan	Diesel SUV	2.0 TDI 4motion	1968cc 103KW 140HP CBAB;CFFB;CLJA	AWD -- 5N_	2010-2011
Make	Model	Variant	Type	Engine	Chassis	Year

Our SKU: TVW03L253016F_94

All our Turbocharger are OEM quality and reliable after market car parts. This Turbocharger is specifically compatible with Audi: A3, Skoda: Yeti, VW: Eos, Golf, Golf Plus, Jetta, Passat, Passat CC, Scirocco, Tiguan, .

Please use our make-model-year tool to check this part's compatibility with your vehicle. However, please note that our tool is for reference only and we recommend that you check the part number on your old unit prior to purchasing.

If you are still not sure about the compatibility of this part to your vehicle, please supply us with the VIN number or Reg number in our live chat or contact form! You can also find details on our purchasing & shipping guide here.

Key Benefits

• Direct OEM Replacement: Designed to match the 03L253010C factory turbo specification and its related OEM cross-references like 03L253019J, 53039880205 and others, ensuring a precision fit on compatible vehicles without modifications.

• Restores Boost & Driveability: Helps re-establish proper boost pressure, improving throttle response, low-end torque and acceleration that can be lost as turbochargers age.

• Durable Construction: Made from high-quality materials to withstand hot exhaust gas flow, high RPM operation and continuous diesel turbocharger demands.

• Broad Vehicle Coverage: Compatible with a variety of Audi and VW Group diesel models fitted with the 2.0 TDI engine series — commonly including Audi A3, VW Golf (Mk5/Mk6), Passat, Tiguan, and more within the same engine family.

• Cost-Effective Replacement Option: Offers a reliable alternative to costly dealer turbos, helping extend engine life and restore performance at a better value.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Which vehicles is this turbocharger suitable for?
A: This unit fits many 2.0 TDI diesel engines used in Audi A3 (8P), VW Golf Mk6, VW Passat and VW Tiguan, plus related SEAT and Škoda models that share the same OEM turbo spec 03L253010C. Always check your old part number or vehicle compatibility before purchasing.

Q2: What does the part number 03L253010C mean?
A: 03L253010C is the OEM reference number used by Volkswagen Group to identify a specific turbocharger assembly for 2.0 TDI engines — this turbo often shares cross references like 03L253019J, 03L253016F, 53039880205 and others.

Q3: What are signs a turbocharger needs replacing?
A: Typical symptoms include loss of power or boost, unusual turbo noises (whining or hissing), smoke under acceleration, excessive oil consumption or engine warning lights — all common when a turbo wears or fails.

Q4: Does this turbocharger include gaskets and fittings?
A: Depending on the listing, some variants include gaskets and seals while others may supply the core turbo only — always confirm what’s included in the product description.

Q5: Can I install this turbocharger myself?
A: Turbo replacement involves working with intake/exhaust plumbing, oil feed and return lines, and requires mechanical experience. Many owners choose professional installation to ensure correct oil line sealing and turbo alignment.