From 2000 to 2006, the company’s factory assembled the 1.6-liter Volkswagen AZD engine, which was mounted on several vehicles built on the popular Golf 4 model’s platform. An updated ignition system and a different ECU set this unit apart from the AUS predecessor.
ABU, AEE, AUS, AZD, BCB, BTS, CFNA, and CFNB are all part of the EA111-1.6 series.
Specifications
| Production years | 2000-2006 |
| Displacement, cc | 1598 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 105 |
| Torque output, Nm | 148 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 76.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86.9 |
| Compression ratio | 11.5 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | 2 belts |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Bora 2002) — city — highway — combined |
9.4 5.6 7.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~320 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Seat Leon 1 (1M) in 2000 – 2006;
- Seat Toledo 2 (1M) in 2000 – 2004;
- Volkswagen Bora 1 (1J) in 2000 – 2005;
- Volkswagen Golf 4 (1J) in 2000 – 2003.
Disadvantages of the VW AZD engine
Additionally, idle speeds frequently float in this area, mostly because of dirt on the throttle.
Low dependability is a feature of the cooling system; the thermostat and pipes are both leaking.
When the timing belt breaks, the intake valves are bent, and replacing it is rather costly.
Oil consumption frequently occurs during a 200,000 km run, but it is typically minimal.