Volkswagen CAXA
The most famous problem is the stretching of the timing chain even at low mileage.
Audi A1 engines
The Audi A1 is a subcompact car produced from 2010 to the present by the German car manufacturer AUDI AG as part of the Volkswagen Group. Initially, the Audi A1 was a 3-door hatchback, but since 2011 its 5-door version has been launched into mass production. On average, about 2 thousand cars are bought every month around the world. The world’s first Audi car was created in the 1970s. It was based on VW Polo I. The modern A1 was created on the basis of the same car, but already of the 5th generation.
The Audi A1 was offered with 19 engines since 2010 (18 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.0 to 2.0 liters, power output from 82 to 280 hp. 3 use a timing chain and 17 a timing belt. 19 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Audi CXMA (about 300,000 km).
Audi A1 engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A1 1 (8X) 2010–2019 | |||||||
| Volkswagen CAXA | 2010–2014 | 1.4 L R4 | 122 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.6 L | ~275,000 km |
| Volkswagen CBZA | 2010–2014 | 1.2 L R4 | 86 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.8 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen CDL | 2012–2013 | 2.0 L R4 | 220–280 hp | petrol, turbo | chain + belt | ||
| Volkswagen CZEA | 2014–2018 | 1.4 L R4 | 150 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 3.8 L | ~260,000 km |
| Volkswagen CZCA | 2014–2018 | 1.4 L R4 | 125 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 3.8 L | ~275,000 km |
| Audi CZDD | 2014–2018 | 1.4 L R4 | 125 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Audi CXMA | 2014–2018 | 1.6 L R4 | 116 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 4.7 L | ~300,000 km |
| Volkswagen CHZB | 2015–2018 | 1.0 L R3 | 95 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Audi CHZE | 2016–2018 | 1.0 L R3 | 82 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen DKLD | 2018–2019 | 1.0 L R3 | 95 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Audi A1 2 (GB) 2018–present | |||||||
| Volkswagen DADA | 2018–present | 1.5 L R4 | 150 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4.3 L | ~240,000 km |
| Volkswagen DKRF | 2018–2020 | 1.0 L R3 | 116 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen DKLA | 2019–2020 | 1.0 L R3 | 95 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen DLAA | 2020–2024 | 1.0 L R3 | 110 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen DLAC | 2020–2024 | 1.0 L R3 | 95 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen DUSA | 2024–2026 | 1.0 L R3 | 116 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen DUSB | 2024–2026 | 1.0 L R3 | 95 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Other Audi A1 engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Audi DPCA | 2019–2024 | 1.5 L R4 | 150 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4.3 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen DXDB | 2022–present | 1.5 L R4 | 150 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4.3 L | ~250,000 km |
Audi A1 engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Audi A1?
Audi A1 1 (8X) (2010–2019): Volkswagen CAXA, Volkswagen CBZA, Volkswagen CDL, Volkswagen CZEA, Volkswagen CZCA, Audi CZDD, Audi CXMA, Volkswagen CHZB, Audi CHZE and Volkswagen DKLD; Audi A1 2 (GB) (2018–present): Volkswagen DADA, Volkswagen DKRF, Volkswagen DKLA, Volkswagen DLAA, Volkswagen DLAC, Volkswagen DUSA and Volkswagen DUSB.
Which Audi A1 engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Audi A1 engines are: Audi CXMA — about 300,000 km; Volkswagen CAXA — about 275,000 km; Volkswagen CZCA — about 275,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Audi A1 engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Audi CHZE — 4 L (5W-30); Audi CXMA — 4.7 L (5W-30); Audi CZDD — 4 L (5W-30); Audi DPCA — 4.3 L (0W-20); Volkswagen CAXA — 3.6 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CBZA — 3.8 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CHZB — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CZCA — 3.8 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CZEA — 3.8 L (5W-30); Volkswagen DADA — 4.3 L (0W-20); Volkswagen DKLA — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen DKLD — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen DKRF — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen DLAA — 4 L (0W-20); Volkswagen DLAC — 4 L (0W-20); Volkswagen DUSA — 4 L (0W-20); Volkswagen DUSB — 4 L (0W-20); Volkswagen DXDB — 4.3 L (0W-20).
Does the Audi A1 have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Volkswagen CAXA, Volkswagen CBZA and Volkswagen CDL; timing belt: Audi CHZE, Audi CXMA, Audi CZDD, Audi DPCA, Volkswagen CDL, Volkswagen CHZB, Volkswagen CZCA, Volkswagen CZEA, Volkswagen DADA, Volkswagen DKLA, Volkswagen DKLD, Volkswagen DKRF, Volkswagen DLAA, Volkswagen DLAC, Volkswagen DUSA, Volkswagen DUSB and Volkswagen DXDB. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Audi A1 available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Audi CXMA.
Engine details
Volkswagen CDL
The cam follower of the high-pressure fuel pump wears and can damage the camshaft lobe if it is not replaced in time.
Volkswagen CBZA
The first years of production, the timing chain resource ranged from 30 to 50 thousand kilometers.
Volkswagen CZCA
Most often, car owners with this power unit complain about the oil burner.
Audi CXMA
Oil leaks from the crankshaft seal and coolant leaks from the intake intercooler are common.
Audi CZDD
A reliable turbo engine with a long life, but only if you do not save on maintenance.
Volkswagen CHZB
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen CZEA
Complicated and expensive ACT system causes uneven camshaft wear.
Audi CHZE
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen DADA
Due to the relative novelty of this motor, there is little information about its malfunctions.
Volkswagen DKLA
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen DKLD
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen DKRF
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Audi DPCA
Mechanically reliable, but owners often report electrical glitches, especially of the start-stop and brake energy recovery systems.
Volkswagen DLAA
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen DLAC
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen DXDB
Many owners complain about jerky operation when cold, the so-called kangaroo effect, especially in first gear.
Volkswagen DUSA
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen DUSB
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Models with the same engines
- Volkswagen Polo 12 shared engines
- Seat Ibiza 11 shared engines
- Volkswagen Golf 11 shared engines
- Skoda Fabia 10 shared engines
- Seat Leon 8 shared engines
- Audi A3 7 shared engines
- Skoda Octavia 7 shared engines
- Seat Toledo 6 shared engines
- Volkswagen Passat 6 shared engines
- Skoda Rapid 5 shared engines