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 7 engines since 2012 (6 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.2 to 1.6 liters, power output from 90 to 125 hp. 3 use a timing chain and 4 a timing belt. 4 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Volkswagen CWVB (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 |
| Skoda Rapid 2 (NK) 2019–present | |||||||
| Volkswagen CZCA | 2019–present | 1.4 L R4 | 125 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 3.8 L | ~275,000 km |
| Volkswagen CWVB | 2019–present | 1.6 L R4 | 90 hp | petrol | belt | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Volkswagen CWVA | 2019–present | 1.6 L R4 | 110 hp | petrol | belt | 3.6 L | ~220,000 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 and Volkswagen CWVA; Skoda Rapid 2 (NK) (2019–present): Volkswagen CZCA, Volkswagen CWVB and Volkswagen CWVA.
Which Skoda Rapid engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Skoda Rapid engines are: Volkswagen CWVB — 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 Skoda Rapid engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: 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 CWVA — 3.6 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Volkswagen CWVB — 3.6 L (5W-30); Volkswagen CZCA — 3.8 L (5W-30).
Does the Skoda Rapid have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Volkswagen CAXA, Volkswagen CBZB and Volkswagen CFNA; timing belt: Volkswagen CAYC, Volkswagen CWVA, Volkswagen CWVB and Volkswagen CZCA. 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: 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.
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.
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