Volkswagen CAXA
The most famous problem is the stretching of the timing chain even at low mileage.
Skoda Rapid engines
Skoda Rapid is a model of the Czech subcompact class car from the manufacturer Škoda Auto. It was produced in different periods and had a different layout and body modifications. The first car (sedan, coupe and convertible) was assembled from 1935 to 1947. Then from 1984 to 1990. a two-door coupe was produced. Now the 4-door sedan has been assembled in India since 2011, and its international version (5-door liftback) since 2012. The latter is also assembled in Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and the Czech Republic. At the end of 2016, an updated version of the model appeared at the Indian plant.
The Skoda Rapid was offered with 16 engines between 2012 and 2020 (2 diesel, 14 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.0 to 1.6 liters, power output from 90 to 131 hp. 3 use a timing chain and 13 a timing belt. 10 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Audi CXMA (about 300,000 km).
Skoda Rapid engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skoda Rapid 1 (NH) 2012–2020 | |||||||
| Volkswagen CAXA | 2012–2015 | 1.4 L R4 | 122 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.6 L | ~275,000 km |
| Volkswagen CFNA | 2012–2015 | 1.6 L R4 | 105 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen CAYC | 2012–2015 | 1.6 L R4 | 105 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 4.3 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen CBZB | 2012–2015 | 1.2 L R4 | 105 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.8 L | ~240,000 km |
| Volkswagen CZCA | 2015–2020 | 1.4 L R4 | 125 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 3.8 L | ~275,000 km |
| Volkswagen CWVB | 2015–2020 | 1.6 L R4 | 90 hp | petrol | belt | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Volkswagen CWVA | 2015–2020 | 1.6 L R4 | 110 hp | petrol | belt | 3.6 L | ~220,000 km |
| Audi CXMA | 2015–2018 | 1.6 L R4 | 116 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 4.7 L | ~300,000 km |
| Volkswagen CJZD | 2015–2017 | 1.2 L R4 | 110 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~100,000 km |
| Volkswagen CHZB | 2017–2018 | 1.0 L R3 | 95 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen CHZC | 2017–2018 | 1.0 L R3 | 110 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 |
| Volkswagen DKRC | 2018–2019 | 1.0 L R3 | 110 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Skoda Rapid China 1 (NA) 2017–2020 | |||||||
| Volkswagen CSTA | 2017–2020 | 1.4 L R4 | 131 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen DLXA | 2018–2019 | 1.5 L R4 | 110 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volkswagen DLFA | 2019–2020 | 1.5 L R4 | 107–112 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
Skoda Rapid engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Skoda Rapid?
Skoda Rapid 1 (NH) (2012–2020): Volkswagen CAXA, Volkswagen CFNA, Volkswagen CAYC, Volkswagen CBZB, Volkswagen CZCA, Volkswagen CWVB, Volkswagen CWVA, Audi CXMA, Volkswagen CJZD, Volkswagen CHZB, Volkswagen CHZC, Volkswagen DKLD and Volkswagen DKRC; Skoda Rapid China 1 (NA) (2017–2020): Volkswagen CSTA, Volkswagen DLXA and Volkswagen DLFA.
Which Skoda Rapid engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Skoda Rapid engines are: Audi CXMA — about 300,000 km; Volkswagen CWVB — about 300,000 km; Volkswagen CAXA — about 275,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Skoda Rapid engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Audi CXMA — 4.7 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CAXA — 3.6 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CAYC — 4.3 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CBZB — 3.8 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CFNA — 3.6 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Volkswagen CHZB — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CHZC — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CJZD — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CSTA — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CWVA — 3.6 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Volkswagen CWVB — 3.6 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CZCA — 3.8 L (5W-30); Volkswagen DKLD — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen DKRC — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen DLFA — 4 L (5W-30); Volkswagen DLXA — 4 L (5W-30).
Does the Skoda Rapid have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Volkswagen CAXA, Volkswagen CBZB and Volkswagen CFNA; timing belt: Audi CXMA, Volkswagen CAYC, Volkswagen CHZB, Volkswagen CHZC, Volkswagen CJZD, Volkswagen CSTA, Volkswagen CWVA, Volkswagen CWVB, Volkswagen CZCA, Volkswagen DKLD, Volkswagen DKRC, Volkswagen DLFA and Volkswagen DLXA. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Skoda Rapid available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Audi CXMA and Volkswagen CAYC.
Engine details
Volkswagen CAYC
This diesel engine is considered quite reliable, but it does not like bad fuel.
Volkswagen CBZB
The first year of production, the main problem of the motor was a very low resource of the timing chain.
Volkswagen CFNA
The most famous problem of these power units is the knock of pistons on the cylinder walls. The manufacturer extended the warranty…
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.
Volkswagen CHZB
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen CHZC
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen CJZD
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen CSTA
A reliable turbo engine with a long life, but only if you do not save on maintenance.
Volkswagen CWVA
The most famous problem is high oil consumption and it increases due to the occurrence of rings. The owners are struggling with…
Volkswagen CWVB
Most often, car owners with this engine complain about high lubricant consumption.
Volkswagen DLXA
A simple and reliable naturally aspirated engine with port injection that is praised by Chinese owners.
Volkswagen DKLD
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen DKRC
A durable turbo engine, but only with proper maintenance.
Volkswagen DLFA
A simple and reliable naturally aspirated engine with port injection that is praised by Chinese owners.
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