Volkswagen EPC is the online ETKA (VAG) catalog for Volkswagen, available worldwide through VINsearch. Decode any Volkswagen VIN, open the exact assembly diagram, and read off the genuine OEM part number — all in the browser, with no desktop install.
What is Volkswagen EPC?
Volkswagen EPC is the electronic parts catalog Volkswagen technicians and parts specialists rely on to identify genuine components. Built on ETKA (VAG) — Volkswagen's factory parts data reaching back to vehicles from the marque's earlier model years — it maps every vehicle to its exact build via the VIN.
From engine internals to body panels and electrical connectors, every group is drawn as an exploded diagram with part numbers, quantities and supersession history.
Key features
Inside Volkswagen EPC you get the full professional toolset:
- VIN decode to exact build
- OEM part numbers
- Exploded parts diagrams
- Supersession / replacement chains
- Model & engine tree navigation
- Torque specs & assembly notes
- Browser-based — no installation, always current
- Cross-device: workshop PC, tablet, or phone
Volkswagen models covered
Volkswagen EPC covers the complete Volkswagen line-up across every market and model year, including:
- Volkswagen Golf
- Volkswagen Passat
- Volkswagen Polo
- Volkswagen Tiguan
- Volkswagen Jetta
- Volkswagen Touareg
- Volkswagen Transporter
Volkswagen EPC vs free viewers and aftermarket lookups
Free single-brand viewers and aftermarket cross-reference tools are fine for a rough guess, but they lag behind factory data and miss supersessions. Volkswagen EPC reads from ETKA (VAG) directly, so the number you see is the number Volkswagen currently ships — which is exactly what prevents wrong-part returns.
Volkswagen EPC by country
Pick your market for local model coverage, pricing context, and instant access — available in 65+ countries.
Europe
North America
Asia
Middle East
Africa
Oceania
Frequently asked questions
What is Volkswagen EPC used for?
Volkswagen EPC is used to identify genuine Volkswagen parts by VIN: it shows exploded diagrams, OEM part numbers, quantities and supersession chains for every Volkswagen model and year.
Do I need to install anything?
No. Volkswagen EPC on VINsearch is web-based (no install). You log in from any browser — there is no desktop software, dongle or dealer credential required.
Does Volkswagen EPC include older Volkswagen models?
Yes. Because it is built on ETKA (VAG), the catalog includes historic Volkswagen models alongside current ones, with factory supersessions so discontinued numbers resolve to their current replacements.
Is it the official catalog?
VINsearch provides online access to the official ETKA (VAG) dataset. The data is the manufacturer's; VINsearch is the independent access platform that makes it usable in the browser worldwide.