Can a 2003 VW Jetta 2.0 engine be put into a 2003 VW Jetta 1.8 body

Asked by Gail305 Aug 04, 2017 at 07:43 PM about the 2003 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 Sedan

Question type: Car Customization

I have a 2003 Jetta 2.0 that the body is total but the engine has low miles.  I found a 2003 VW Jetta 1.8 with a blown motor.  I need to know if the engine from the 2.0 can be put into the 1.8 body

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They will swap but it will need to be swapped complete the 1.8 is a turbo motor. You will need every item under the hood and then some to make it work.

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You can, but to much work for the average Joe, don't bother anyhow, those motors are a dime a dozen.

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