EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA) vs EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
BUY
84/100
+4 points over EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)
0
/ 100
BUY
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
Volkswagen
0
/ 100
BUY
EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)
Volkswagen
Specifications
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA)
EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)
Brand
Volkswagen
Volkswagen
Verdict
BUY
BUY
Reliability
84
80
Years
2011--present
2012--2020
Displacement
999 cc
1984 cc
Layout
I3
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Turbo
Power
60--80 hp
180--310 hp
Known Issues
1
2
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€700--€1,500
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."
EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI)
"Same as Audi EA888 Gen 3. Dual injection, metal tensioner. Golf GTI/R engine. Proven."
Issues Comparison
EA211 1.0 MPI (CHYA/CHYB/DLAC/DKRA) 1
● MODERATE
Coolant pump / thermostat module leak - slow coolant loss
EA888 Gen 3 (2.0 TSI) 2
● MODERATE
Water pump failure
○ MINOR
Intake carbon buildup (reduced in Gen 3)