The 1.3-liter Volkswagen MH carbureted engine was produced from 1985 to 1992 and was installed on such popular models as the Golf, Jetta and Polo. This power unit was equipped with a Pierburg 2E3 carburetor known for its time.
The EA111-1.3 series includes: MH, NZ.
Specifications
| Production years | 1985-1992 |
| Displacement, cc | 1272 |
| Fuel system | carburetor |
| Power output, hp | 54 |
| Torque output, Nm | 95 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 75 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 72 |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 0 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Golf 2 1986) — city — highway — combined |
9.2 6.1 7.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~275 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Golf 2 (1G) in 1985 – 1992;
- Volkswagen Jetta 2 (1G) in 1985 – 1992;
- Volkswagen Polo 2 (80) in 1985 – 1989.
Disadvantages of the VW MH engine
- This is a simple and reliable unit, and most of its problems are related to age.
- Most often, owners complain about malfunctions in the Pierburg 2E3 carburetor.
- In second place in popularity are regular failures in the ignition system.
- Monitor the condition of the timing belt, its resource is small, and when it breaks, the valves bend.
- In severe frost, the crankcase ventilation often freezes up and oil presses through the dipstick.
