The 1.9-liter 8-valve VW BXE 1.9 TDI diesel engine was assembled from 2006 to 2010 and was installed on many concern models manufactured under the Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda brands. It was these diesel engines that were marked by a batch of defective liners that wore out quickly.
EA188-1.9 family: AJM, ASZ, AUY, AVB, AVF, AWX, AXB, AXC, BKC, BLS, BXE.
Specifications
| Production years | 2006-2010 |
| Displacement, cc | 1896 |
| Fuel system | unit-injectors |
| Power output, hp | 105 |
| Torque output, Nm | 250 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 79.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 95.5 |
| Compression ratio | 18.5 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | yes |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.8 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 3/4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Volkswagen Touran 2008) — city — highway — combined |
7.6 4.5 6.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~275 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Audi A3 2 (8P) in 2006 – 2009;
- Seat Altea 1 (5P) in 2006 – 2010;
- Seat Leon 2 (1P) in 2006 – 2010;
- Seat Toledo 3 (5P) in 2006 – 2009;
- Skoda Octavia 2 (1Z) in 2006 – 2010;
- Volkswagen Golf 5 (1K) in 2006 – 2008;
- Volkswagen Jetta 5 (1K) in 2006 – 2009;
- Volkswagen Passat B6 (3C) in 2006 – 2008;
- Volkswagen Touran 1 (1T) in 2006 – 2010.
Disadvantages of the VW BXE engine
- On these diesel engines of certain years of production, there were defective liners;
- Poor quality oil contributes to the wear of hydraulic lifters and camshaft cams;
- Unit injectors fixed with only one bolt can leak over time;
- The culprit for engine thrust failures is usually a jammed turbine geometry;
- Servicemen consider the tandem pump another weak point of this engine.
Frequently asked questions about the Volkswagen BXE
How much power does the Volkswagen BXE make?
The Volkswagen BXE develops 105 hp and 250 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the Volkswagen BXE take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 3.8 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-40.
Does the Volkswagen BXE have a timing belt or chain?
The Volkswagen BXE uses a timing belt.
Is the Volkswagen BXE turbocharged?
Yes, the Volkswagen BXE is turbocharged.
Does the Volkswagen BXE need valve clearance adjustment?
No, the Volkswagen BXE has hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances do not need to be adjusted.
How long does the Volkswagen BXE last?
The typical lifespan of the Volkswagen BXE is ~275 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen BXE?
Volkswagen Touran 2008: city 7.6, highway 4.5, combined 6.0 L/100 km.
What cars was the Volkswagen BXE installed on?
Audi A3 2 (8P) in 2006 - 2009; Seat Altea 1 (5P) in 2006 - 2010; Seat Leon 2 (1P) in 2006 - 2010; Seat Toledo 3 (5P) in 2006 - 2009; Skoda Octavia 2 (1Z) in 2006 - 2010; Volkswagen Golf 5 (1K) in 2006 - 2008 and 3 more (see the full list above).
What are the common problems of the Volkswagen BXE?
On these diesel engines of certain years of production, there were defective liners. Poor quality oil contributes to the wear of hydraulic lifters and camshaft cams. All known problems.
My friend has this in his 2006 mk2 octavia. Very reliable, zero issues with the engine.