Higher reliability score
1.9 TDI (ALH/AHF/ASV) BEST 92/100
+17 points over EA211 1.2 TSI
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE EA211 1.2 TSI Volkswagen
0 / 100
BEST 1.9 TDI (ALH/AHF/ASV) Volkswagen

Specifications

EA211 1.2 TSI
1.9 TDI (ALH/AHF/ASV)
Brand
Volkswagen
Volkswagen
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BEST
Reliability
75
92
Years
2012--2020
1996--2009
Displacement
1197 cc
1896 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Diesel
Power
86--110 hp
90--150 hp
Known Issues
0
0
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€0--€0

Character

EA211 1.2 TSI

"Small turbo. Efficient city engine. Timing belt not chain. Reliable if belt maintained."

1.9 TDI (ALH/AHF/ASV)

"Legendary diesel. 500k+ miles documented. Simple, efficient, nearly unkillable. Belt-driven."

Models

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