2.0 TFSI 200hp (BWA/AXX EA113 → CCZA EA888)
2004–2012 · petrol · 1984cc · 200hp
Engine codes: BWA, AXX, CCZA
Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Audi A3 2.0 TFSI 200hp (BWA/AXX EA113 → CCZA EA888). Check this before you buy used.
Strong, tunable 2.0 turbo. Early cars (BWA/AXX, EA113) live by the HPFP cam follower — ignore it and it destroys the cam and pump. Later cars (CCZA, EA888) instead need the latest timing-chain tensioner and have the EA888 oil-consumption trait. Excellent with the right checks; risky blind.
Same engine, other cars
This is the same physical engine (BWA) sold under different names across brands. Reliability is broadly shared — cross-check these:
- Volkswagen Passat B6— 2.0 TFSI 200hp (BWA / BPY)200hp
- Seat Leon II— 2.0 TFSI FR 200hp (BWA EA113 → CCZA EA888)200hp
- Audi A3— S3 2.0 TSI 265hp (CDLA, EA113)265hp
- Škoda Octavia II— 2.0 TSI vRS 200hp (CCZA, EA888 Gen2)200hp
- Volkswagen Sharan II— 2.0 TSI (CCZA)200hp
- Seat Alhambra II— 2.0 TSI (CCZA)200hp
- Škoda Octavia II— 2.0 TFSI vRS 200hp (BWA / AXX, EA113)200hp
- Seat Leon II— 2.0 TFSI Cupra 240hp / Cupra R 265hp (BWJ / CDLA, EA113)240hp
- Volkswagen Golf V— 2.0 TFSI GTI 200hp (AXX / BWA, EA113)200hp
- Volkswagen Golf VI— 2.0 TSI Golf R 270hp (CDLA, EA113)270hp
Known Issues
BWA/AXX: worn follower destroys cam lobe + HP fuel pump if ignored.
Fix / Workaround: Inspect every other oil change; replace when worn (cheap part).
Repair cost: €20–€90
Typically appears after: 60,000 km
CCZA: early tensioner can let the chain jump → engine damage.
Fix / Workaround: Fit latest-revision tensioner/chain.
Repair cost: €600–€1500
Typically appears after: 100,000 km
EA888 oil-control-ring consumption; diverter valve and HP pump quirks.
Fix / Workaround: Check consumption; replace diverter/HPFP as needed.
Repair cost: €80–€1500
Year Cutoffs
Mileage Thresholds
After 100,000 km: Chain (EA888) or cam-follower (EA113) attention.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
- ☐Identify EA113 vs EA888 (build year)
- ☐EA113: cam follower history is essential
- ☐EA888: latest chain tensioner fitted + oil consumption check
- ☐Establish tuning history
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi A3 2.0 TFSI 200hp (BWA/AXX EA113 → CCZA EA888) reliable?
History-Dependent — Strong, tunable 2.0 turbo. Early cars (BWA/AXX, EA113) live by the HPFP cam follower — ignore it and it destroys the cam and pump. Later cars (CCZA, EA888) instead need the latest timing-chain tensioner and have the EA888 oil-consumption trait. Excellent with the right checks; risky blind.
What are the common problems and reviews for the Audi A3 2.0 TFSI 200hp (BWA/AXX EA113 → CCZA EA888)?
The most commonly reported problems: Cam follower wear (EA113, early cars), Timing chain tensioner (EA888, later cars), Oil consumption / HPFP / diverter valve.
Is a used Audi A3 2.0 TFSI 200hp (BWA/AXX EA113 → CCZA EA888) worth buying?
The engine itself is OK; condition is everything. Unknown or patchy history = walk away.