Produced between 2005 and 2015, the 1.6-liter 8-valve Volkswagen BSF engine was fitted to numerous VAG models with modifications for emerging markets. This engine’s lower compression ratio and environmental class set it apart from the comparable BSE.
AEH, AHL, AKL, ALZ, ANA, APF, ARM, AVU, BFQ, BGU, BSE, and BSF are all part of the EA113-1.6 series.
Specifications
| Production years | 2005-2015 |
| Displacement, cc | 1595 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 102 |
| Torque output, Nm | 148 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 81 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 77.4 |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Passat B6 2008) — city — highway — combined |
10.5 6.0 7.6 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Audi A3 2 (8P) in 2005 – 2013;
- Seat Altea 1 (5P) in 2005 – 2013;
- Seat Leon 2 (1P) in 2005 – 2011;
- Seat Toledo 3 (5P) in 2005 – 2009;
- Skoda Octavia 2 (1Z) in 2005 – 2013;
- Volkswagen Caddy 3 (2K) in 2005 – 2015;
- Volkswagen Golf 5 (1K) in 2005 – 2009; Golf 6 (5K) in 2008 – 2013;
- Volkswagen Jetta 5 (1K) in 2005 – 2010;
- Volkswagen Passat B6 (3C) in 2005 – 2010;
- Volkswagen Touran 1 (1T) in 2005 – 2010.
Disadvantages of the VW BSF engine
This engine is straightforward, dependable, and does not pose significant issues for its owners.
Air leaks and a clogged fuel pump mesh are the causes of the floating engine speed.
Additionally, oxidation of the ignition coil’s contacts and cracks in the coil are frequently discovered here.
Keep a close eye on the timing belt’s condition because the valves will bend if it breaks.
The engine frequently uses oil during long runs because of ring and cap wear.