The 1.6-liter 8-valve Volkswagen BFQ engine was produced from 2002 to 2010 and was installed on the fourth generation of the Golf model and platform cars from Audi and Seat. This is a Euro 4 power unit with a secondary air pump, EGR, electric throttle, mass air flow sensor.
EA113-1.6 family: AEH, AHL, AKL, ALZ, ANA, APF, ARM, AVU, BFQ, BGU, BSE, BSF.
Specifications
| Production years | 2002-2010 |
| Displacement, cc | 1595 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 102 |
| Torque output, Nm | 148 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 81 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 77.4 |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 – 10.5 |
| Features | EGR, EPC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Golf 4 Variant 2004) — city — highway — combined |
10.7 5.8 7.6 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~340 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Audi A3 1 (8L) in 2002 – 2003;
- Seat Leon 1 (1M) in 2005 – 2006;
- Skoda Octavia 1 (1U) in 2002 – 2010;
- Volkswagen Bora 1 (1J) in 2002 – 2005;
- Volkswagen Golf 4 (1J) in 2002 – 2006.
Disadvantages of the VW BFQ engine
- The motor is reliable and has a high resource, but it worries only at high mileage;
- The cause of unstable operation is a clogged fuel pump or a crack in the coil;
- Air leaks or wedge intake manifold flaps are also common;
- The engines of this series often burst the exhaust manifold in the region of 3-4 cylinders;
- After 200,000 km, rings lie, caps wear out and oil burns appear.
Frequently asked questions about the Volkswagen BFQ
How much power does the Volkswagen BFQ make?
The Volkswagen BFQ develops 102 hp and 148 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the Volkswagen BFQ take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 4.5 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-30.
Does the Volkswagen BFQ have a timing belt or chain?
The Volkswagen BFQ uses a timing belt.
Is the Volkswagen BFQ turbocharged?
No, the Volkswagen BFQ is naturally aspirated.
Does the Volkswagen BFQ need valve clearance adjustment?
No, the Volkswagen BFQ has hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances do not need to be adjusted.
How long does the Volkswagen BFQ last?
The typical lifespan of the Volkswagen BFQ is ~340 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen BFQ?
VW Golf 4 Variant 2004: city 10.7, highway 5.8, combined 7.6 L/100 km.
What cars was the Volkswagen BFQ installed on?
Audi A3 1 (8L) in 2002 - 2003; Seat Leon 1 (1M) in 2005 - 2006; Skoda Octavia 1 (1U) in 2002 - 2010; Volkswagen Bora 1 (1J) in 2002 - 2005; Volkswagen Golf 4 (1J) in 2002 - 2006.
What are the common problems of the Volkswagen BFQ?
The motor is reliable and has a high resource, but it worries only at high mileage. The cause of unstable operation is a clogged fuel pump or a crack in the coil. All known problems.
