From 2006 to 2016, the company produced the 1.4-liter Volkswagen CAXA 1.4 TSI engine, which was fitted to nearly every known model of the German company at the time. The most prevalent example of the initial generation of TSI engines was this one.
CBZA, CBZB, BMY, BWK, CAVA, CAVD, CAXA, CDGA, and CTHA are all part of the EA111-TSI series.
Specifications
| Production years | 2006-2016 |
| Displacement, cc | 1390 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 122 |
| Torque output, Nm | 200 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 76.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 75.6 |
| Compression ratio | 10.0 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | on the intake shaft |
| Turbocharging | KKK K03 |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.6 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Golf 2010) — city — highway — combined |
8.2 5.1 6.2 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~275 000 |
| Weight, kg | 130 |
The engine was installed on:
- Audi A1 1 (8X) in 2010 – 2014;
- Seat Toledo 4 (KG) in 2012 – 2015;
- Skoda Octavia 2 (1Z) in 2008 – 2013;
- Skoda Rapid 1 (NH) in 2012 – 2015;
- Skoda Yeti 1 (5L) in 2010 – 2015;
- Volkswagen Golf 5 (1K) in 2007 – 2008; Golf 6 (5K) in 2008 – 2013;
- Volkswagen Golf Plus 1 (5M) in 2009 – 2014;
- Volkswagen Eos 1 (1F) in 2007 – 2014;
- Volkswagen Jetta 5 (1K) in 2007 – 2010; Jetta 6 (1B) in 2010 – 2016;
- Volkswagen Passat B6 (3C) in 2007 – 2010; Passat B7 (36) in 2010 – 2014;
- Volkswagen Scirocco 3 (137) in 2008 – 2014;
- Volkswagen Tiguan 1 (5N) in 2010 – 2015.
Disadvantages of the VW CAXA engine
Even at low mileage, the timing chain’s stretching is the most well-known issue.
Additionally, the turbine’s wastegate or electronic control valve frequently malfunctions.
Bad fuel can cause pistons to crack and have poor knock resistance.
We advise purchasing forged pistons when the partitions between the rings are damaged.
Carbon deposits from poor gasoline cause the valves to lose compression.
Engine vibration during a cold start and antifreeze leaks are common complaints from owners.