EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA) vs 1.8 NA
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
BUY
84/100
+4 points over 1.8 NA
0
/ 100
BUY
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
Volkswagen
0
/ 100
BUY
1.8 NA
Volkswagen
Specifications
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
1.8 NA
Brand
Volkswagen
Volkswagen
Verdict
BUY
BUY
Reliability
84
80
Years
2011--present
1991--2000
Displacement
999 cc
1781 cc
Layout
I3
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
60--80 hp
90 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€200--€400
Character
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."
1.8 NA
"Golf III/IV, Passat B4. Simple 8V NA. Hydraulic lifters. Timing belt (interference). Oil leaks. Nearly unbreakable with basic maintenance. One of VW's most reliable engines."
Issues Comparison
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA) 1
● MODERATE
Coolant pump / thermostat module leak - slow coolant loss
1.8 NA 1
▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference)