2.0 TFSI vRS 200hp (BWA / AXX, EA113)
2006–2008 · petrol · 1984cc · 200hp
Engine codes: BWA, AXX
Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Skoda Octavia II 2.0 TFSI vRS 200hp (BWA / AXX, EA113). Check this before you buy used.
The original (pre-facelift) vRS engine — the EA113 2.0 TFSI shared with the Mk5 Golf GTI. Strong and tunable, but it lives or dies by the cam follower under the high-pressure fuel pump: ignore it and it destroys the pump and cam lobe. Diverter valve and oil consumption are the other quirks. Excellent with proof of cam-follower checks; risky blind.
Same engine, other cars
This is the same physical engine (CCZA) 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— 2.0 TFSI 200hp (BWA/AXX 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
- 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
Worn follower destroys the cam lobe and high-pressure fuel pump if missed. The defining check on this engine.
Fix / Workaround: Inspect every other oil change (~16,000 km); replace when worn — cheap part, prevents a huge bill.
Repair cost: €20–€90
Typically appears after: 60,000 km
Early diverter valves fail, causing boost loss.
Fix / Workaround: Upgrade to revised/aftermarket valve.
Repair cost: €60–€180
Some oil use; DI carbon on intake valves with age.
Fix / Workaround: Monitor oil; walnut blast.
Repair cost: €0–€400
Mileage Thresholds
After 60,000 km: Cam follower wear can begin — inspection critical.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
- ☐ASK for cam follower inspection history — non-negotiable
- ☐If none, budget an immediate inspection
- ☐Check oil level / consumption
- ☐Watch for crude tuning
Frequently asked questions
Is the Skoda Octavia II 2.0 TFSI vRS 200hp (BWA / AXX, EA113) reliable?
History-Dependent — The original (pre-facelift) vRS engine — the EA113 2.0 TFSI shared with the Mk5 Golf GTI. Strong and tunable, but it lives or dies by the cam follower under the high-pressure fuel pump: ignore it and it destroys the pump and cam lobe. Diverter valve and oil consumption are the other quirks. Excellent with proof of cam-follower checks; risky blind.
What are the common problems and reviews for the Skoda Octavia II 2.0 TFSI vRS 200hp (BWA / AXX, EA113)?
The most commonly reported problems: Cam follower wear (HPFP), Diverter valve failure, Oil consumption / carbon.
Is a used Skoda Octavia II 2.0 TFSI vRS 200hp (BWA / AXX, EA113) worth buying?
The engine itself is OK; condition is everything. Unknown or patchy history = walk away.