The German company’s most compact models, including the Polo, Ibiza, and Fabia, were equipped with the 1.2-liter 12-valve Volkswagen BME 1.2 HTP engine from 2004 to 2007. In essence, this power unit is a modernization of the more well-known AZQ motor.
BMD, BME, and CGPA are included in the EA111-HTP series.
Specifications
| Production years | 2004-2007 |
| Displacement, cc | 1198 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 64 |
| Torque output, Nm | 112 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R3 |
| Block head | aluminum 12v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 76.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86.9 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 2.8 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Polo 2006) — city — highway — combined |
7.7 5.1 6.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~220 000 |
| Weight, kg | 85 |
The engine was installed on:
- Seat Cordoba 2 (6L) in 2004 – 2006;
- Seat Ibiza 3 (6L) in 2004 – 2006;
- Skoda Fabia 1 (6Y) in 2004 – 2007;
- Skoda Roomster 1 (5J) in 2006 – 2007;
- Volkswagen Polo 4 (9N) in 2004 – 2007.
Disadvantages of the VW BME engine
The motor’s short-lived timing chain, which has a 50,000 km resource, is its weak point.
After parking in gear, the chain may jump due to a malfunctioning hydraulic tensioner.
Crankcase ventilation and throttle contamination are common causes of floating engine speeds.
The resources of ignition coils and fuel injectors are quite limited.
Because of valve burnout, compression frequently decreases at high mileage.