G3 Alternator Belt (Ribbed, 6 Grove, 1100mm)

This 6-rib alternator belt (1100mm) is a high-quality replacement auxiliary drive belt designed for a wide range of modern VW Group petrol and diesel applications. The belt transfers drive from the crankshaft pulley to the alternator (and, depending on the engine layout, can also drive other ancillaries), keeping the battery charged and the vehicle’s electrical system stable.

A worn belt can slip, squeal, crack, or glaze, which often shows up as intermittent charging issues, battery warning light behaviour, or noisy operation at start-up and under load. Replacing the belt restores correct grip and rotation speed at the alternator, helping prevent low-voltage faults and reducing stress on pulleys and bearings. Because belt systems vary by engine and equipment level, it’s always worth confirming belt length/rib count and checking the condition of the tensioner and idler pulleys at the same time.

Technical Details

• Belt type: Ribbed auxiliary / alternator belt

• Number of ribs: 6 (6PK)

• Length: 1100mm

Vehicle Fitment Summary

Porsche

• Macan: 2018–on, 2.0 Petrol (265)

VW Arteon

• Arteon Hatchback: 2017–2020, 2.0 Petrol (280)

• Arteon Estate (Shooting Brake): 2020–on, 2.0 Petrol (280, 320)

VW Beetle

• Beetle (5C): 2012–2019, 2.0 Petrol (211, 210) – Hatchback & Convertible

• Beetle (5C): 2014–2018, 2.0 Petrol (220) – Hatchback & Convertible

VW Caddy

• Caddy III: 2004–2010, 1.4 Petrol (75, 80) – MPV & Box Body

VW California / Multivan (T7)

• California T7: 2019–on, 2.0 Diesel (140, 177)

• California T7: 2024–on, 2.0 Petrol (204)

• Multivan T7: 2021–on, 2.0 Petrol (204)

VW Crafter II

• Crafter II: 2016–2024, 2.0 Diesel (102, 109, 140, 177) – Van / Bus / Platform-Chassis

• Crafter II: 2016–on, 2.0 Diesel (140, 177) – selected variants continue beyond 2024 (as listed)

VW Golf

• Golf Mk3: 1991–1999, 1.4 & 1.6 Petrol (55, 60, 75) – Hatchback & Estate

• Golf Mk3 Van / Hatchback Van / Estate Van: 1991–1997, 1.4 & 1.6 Petrol (60, 75)

• Golf Plus: 2005–2013, 1.4 Petrol (75, 80)

• Golf Mk5: 2003–2009, 1.4 Petrol (75, 80) – Hatchback & Estate

• Golf Mk8: 2020–on, 2.0 Petrol (245, 300, 320, 333, 265) – Hatchback & Estate

• Golf Mk7 Estate: 2021–on, 2.0 Petrol (190)

VW Jetta

• Jetta IV: 2012–2017, 1.8 & 2.0 Petrol (170, 211)

VW Passat

• Passat B8: 2015–on, 2.0 Petrol (280) – Saloon & Estate

• Passat B9: 2024–on, 2.0 Petrol (204, 265) – Estate

VW Polo

• Polo (9N): 2001–2012, 1.9 Diesel (64) – Hatchback & Saloon

• Polo (AW/BZ): 2021–on, 2.0 Petrol (207)

VW Scirocco

• Scirocco III (137): 2013–2017, 2.0 Petrol (180)

VW T-Roc

• T-Roc: 2019–on, 2.0 Petrol (300)

VW Tayron (R41)

• Tayron (R41): 2024–on, 2.0 Petrol (204, 265)

VW Tiguan

• Tiguan (AD1): 2020–on, 2.0 Petrol (245, 320)

• Tiguan (CT1): 2024–on, 2.0 Petrol (204, 265)

• Tiguan Allspace: 2018–on, 2.0 Petrol (190, 245)

VW Vento

• Vento: 1991–1998, 1.4 Petrol (55, 60)

Recommended Related Parts

• Auxiliary belt tensioner (if noisy/weak)

• Idler/guide pulley

• Alternator freewheel pulley (where fitted)

• Charging system health check (battery + alternator output)