From 1995 to 2000, the company’s factory assembled the 1.6-liter Volkswagen AEE engine, which was fitted to popular models like the Golf 3, Vento, Caddy 2, and Polo 3. Many people are familiar with this unit from the first generation of Skoda Octavias.
ABU, AEE, AUS, AZD, BCB, BTS, CFNA, and CFNB are all part of the EA111-1.6 series.
Specifications
| Production years | 1995-2000 |
| Displacement, cc | 1598 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 75 |
| Torque output, Nm | 135 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 76.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86.9 |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Golf 3 1996) — city — highway — combined |
10.5 6.0 7.3 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~330 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Caddy 2 (9K) in 1996 – 2000;
- Volkswagen Golf 3 (1H) in 1995 – 1997;
- Volkswagen Polo 3 (6N) in 1995 – 1999;
- Volkswagen Vento 1 (1H) in 1995 – 1998;
- Seat Cordoba 1 (6K) in 1997 – 1998;
- Seat Ibiza 2 (6K) in 1997 – 1999;
- Skoda Felicia 1 (6U) in 1995 – 2001;
- Skoda Octavia 1 (1U) in 1996 – 2000.
Disadvantages of the VW AEE engine
An unreliable ignition system is the main source of issues for owners.
Here, in addition to distributor malfunctions, etc., the wiring frequently just rots.
Engine control units that are poorly located frequently malfunction.
A dirty throttle or idle speed controller is typically the cause of floating engine speeds.
The thermostat and antifreeze temperature sensor need to be changed on a regular basis.