# 5 Of The Worst Engines Ever Made By Volkswagen

> Volkswagen. The name conjures images of the iconic Beetle, the beloved Bus, and a whole lineup of reliable, fun-to-drive cars. For decades, VW has built a reputation on solid, German engineering.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1937072/volkswagen-worst-engines-ever-made/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68a0fa843f204fc4eaf5f6df)
- **Published:** 2025-08-16
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #volkswagen #engines #ever #worst #beetle #beloved #built #cars
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