BSE 1.6 MPI 102hp
Engine code BSE is a petrol, rated at 102 hp. It was fitted to 7 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.
Cars fitted with BSE
| Make | Model | Generation | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi | A3 | 8P (2003–2012) | 102 hp |
| VW | Caddy | 2K (2004–2020) | 102 hp |
| VW | Golf | Mk5 / 1K (2003–2009) | 102 hp |
| VW | Golf Plus | 5M (2005–2014) | 102 hp |
| VW | Jetta | A5 / 1K (2005–2010) | 102 hp |
| VW | Passat | B6 / 3C (2005–2010) | 102 hp |
| VW | Touran | 1T (2003–2015) | 102 hp |
Which ECU it runs
BSE is controlled by a Siemens Simos 7 engine control unit.
Where to find your engine code
The three or four letter code is stamped on the engine block and is usually printed in the service book. It is also stored electronically, so any diagnostic tool that talks to the engine control unit will read it back without you having to find the stamping.
The code matters more than the model year. Cars of the same age and badge were built with different engines, and the timing arrangement, common faults and correct parts all follow the code rather than the year.
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What car has engine code BSE?
BSE was fitted to the Audi A3 8P (2003–2012), the VW Caddy 2K (2004–2020), the VW Golf Mk5 / 1K (2003–2009), the VW Golf Plus 5M (2005–2014), the VW Jetta A5 / 1K (2005–2010), the VW Passat B6 / 3C (2005–2010).
What is engine code BSE?
BSE is a 1.6 MPI 102hp (petrol).
Which ECU does BSE use?
BSE runs a Siemens Simos 7 engine control unit.