EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC) vs EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
BUY
84/100
+18 points over EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC)
0
/ 100
CAUTION
EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC)
Volkswagen
0
/ 100
BUY
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
Volkswagen
Specifications
EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC)
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
Brand
Volkswagen
Volkswagen
Verdict
CAUTION
BUY
Reliability
66
84
Years
2009--2015
2011--present
Displacement
1197 cc
999 cc
Layout
I4
I3
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
85--105 hp
60--80 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€800--€6,000
€0--€0
Character
EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC)
"The 8-valve chain-driven 1.2 TSI in the Golf 6, Polo 6R, Fabia II, Ibiza 6J, Yeti and Caddy. VW admitted the timing chain can stretch and jump; failures from 30,000-40,000 km in the worst cases. Buy only with a chain-kit invoice, and change oil every 10,000-15,000 km."
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
"Naturally aspirated port-injected three-cylinder in the up!, Mii, Citigo, Fabia and Polo. No turbo and no direct-injection carbon; German guides recommend it over the 1.0 TSI. Watch for coolant leaks from the plastic pump/thermostat module, keep the toothed belt on schedule, and change oil on time - early CHYA engines can clog the camshaft-control oil valve."
Issues Comparison
EA111 1.2 TSI (CBZA/CBZB/CBZC) 1
▲ HIGH
Timing chain tensioner and guide wear — chain stretch, can jump (VW-acknowledged)
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA) 1
● MODERATE
Coolant pump / thermostat module leak - slow coolant loss