From 2001 to 2005, the 1.4-liter Volkswagen BBY engine was assembled at the company’s facility and fitted to the company’s compact models, including the Lupo, Polo, Fabia, Ibiza, and Audi A2. The nearly identical AUA motor was replaced by this power unit before BKY took its place.
AEX, AKQ, AXP, BBY, BCA, BUD, CGGA, and CGGB are all part of the EA111-1.4 series.
Specifications
| Production years | 2001-2005 |
| Displacement, cc | 1390 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 75 |
| Torque output, Nm | 126 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 76.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 75.6 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | 2 belts |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.2 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 3/4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Polo 4 2003) — city — highway — combined |
8.0 5.1 6.2 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~270 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Audi A2 1 (8Z) in 2001 – 2005;
- Seat Cordoba 2 (6L) in 2002 – 2005;
- Seat Ibiza 3 (6L) in 2002 – 2005;
- Skoda Fabia 1 (6Y) in 2001 – 2005;
- Volkswagen Lupo 1 (6X) in 2001 – 2005;
- Volkswagen Polo 4 (9N) in 2001 – 2005.
Disadvantages of the VW BBY engine
Traction dips and floating revs are the main causes of complaints on the network.
Air leaks, the EGR valve, or the throttle assembly are typically the cause.
Keep an eye on the timing belts’ condition because they are a small resource and the valves bend when they break.
The engine’s lubricant pressure frequently decreases as a result of oil receiver contamination.
There are frequently leaks from under the valve cover and clogged crankcase ventilation.