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VW Multivan T7

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.3 / 5.0 · Based on 6 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

190–245 PS

1.4L TSI PHEV Benzin

Bulli goes PHEV

Decent
Most Reliable Engine

150 PS

2.0L TDI Diesel

5 weaknesses

Good Choice

Engine Overview

The VW Multivan T7 is available with 5 engine variants — from 95 to 245 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

2.0L TDI · Diesel· 150 PS Engine Change
2021 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
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2022 2026
Good Choice 5 weaknesses
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1.5L TSI · Benziner· 136 PS
2021 2026
Be Careful 11 weaknesses
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1.0L TSI · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 245 PS
2024 2026
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
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1.4L TSI PHEV · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 218 PS
2021 2026
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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eHybrid · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 218 PS
2021 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
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The VW 2.0L TDI (Diesel, 150 PS) comes with 2 different engines: DSSA (2021–2024, Be Careful) und DNAA (2022–2026, Good Choice). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L TDI!

The VW 1.5L TSI (Benziner, 136 PS) has the DADA (1.5L TSI) — rated: "Be Careful", 11 known weaknesses.

The VW 1.0L TSI (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 245 PS) has the DKRA (1.0L TSI) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

The VW 1.4L TSI PHEV (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 218 PS) has the DGEA (1.4L TSI PHEV) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The VW eHybrid (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 218 PS) has the DGTA (1.4L TSI PHEV) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Recall: curtain airbag mounting and wiring harness

Faulty retaining clips on the curtain airbags plus incorrectly routed wiring harnesses can cause vehicle failure and in extreme cases fire risk. 7,896 vehicles affected worldwide.

Symptoms: No direct driver warning symptoms; fire risk and airbag malfunction in an accident possible
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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 49 weaknesses have been documented for the VW Multivan T7 (2021–2026) — 37 engine-related and 12 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Gearbox, Electronics, Body. Considered reliable: DNAA (2.0L TDI).

Multivan (DSSA, 2021–2024) — Be Careful: High-Pressure Pump – Metal Swarf in Fuel System, Diesel Particulate Filter Blocked by Short-Trip Use, Common Rail Injectors Sensitive. Power: 150 PS.

Multivan (DADA, 2021–2026) — Be Careful: Wet Timing Belt Running in Oil Bath, Leaking Injectors, Elevated Oil Consumption Due to Piston Rings. Power: 136 PS.

Multivan (DGEA, 2021–2026) — Be Careful: HV Coolant Circuit Coolant Loss Leon PHEV, HV Battery Cell Failure (Service Action 93P7), 12V Battery Problems Leon e-Hybrid. Power: 218 PS.

Multivan (DGTA, 2021–2024) — Be Careful: Recall: HV Fuse Fire Risk, Recall: HV Fuse Defective — Arc Fire Risk, Starter Battery Deep-Discharged with Empty HV Battery. Power: 150 PS.

Multivan (DKRA, 2024–2026) — Be Careful: Recall: Vacuum Line Check Valve Defective, Camshaft Adjuster — Loose Bolts, Timing Belt Snap, Wet Timing Belt Running in Oil Bath. Power: 245 PS.

What to watch out for with the VW Multivan? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the VW Multivan T7 have? +
The VW Multivan T7 has 37 known engine weaknesses and 12 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used VW Multivan T7? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: DNAA (2.0L TDI). The most reliable engine is the DNAA (2.0L TDI) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the DGEA (1.4L TSI PHEV).
Which VW Multivan T7 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the VW Multivan T7. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 5 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which VW Multivan T7 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the VW Multivan T7 — rated: "Decent". {description} The eHybrid in the T7 Multivan offers a decent electric share, but the high weight and PHEV compromises allow little genuine driving fun.
Is the VW Multivan T7 worth buying used? +
The VW Multivan T7 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 6 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the VW Multivan T7? +
The VW Multivan T7 is available with engine variants from 95 to 245 hp. Petrol: DGEA (1.4L TSI PHEV), DADA (1.5L TSI), DKRA (1.0L TSI), DGTA (1.4L TSI PHEV). Diesel: DSSA (2.0L TDI), DNAA (2.0L TDI).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee