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Main modules of development of the EA288 diesel. liter EA288 dieselengine will power the 2015 Golf, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, and Jetta, all of which are set to arrive in dealer showrooms in the second half of 2014. The new EA288 engine will eventually replace all the 2.0-liter Click to enlarge.
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