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CZCA 1.4 TFSI 125hp

Engine code CZCA is a petrol engine of 1,395 cc, rated at 125 hp. It was fitted to 6 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with CZCA

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA18X (2010–2018)125 hp
AudiA38V (2012–2020)125 hp
VWGolfMk7 / 5G (2012–2020)125 hp
VWPassatB8 / 3G (2014–2023)125 hp
VWSciroccoMk3 / 13 (2008–2017)125 hp
VWTiguanAD / BW (2016–2024)125 hp

Which ECU it runs

CZCA is controlled by a Bosch MED17.5.25 engine control unit.

What goes wrong with this engine

The faults this engine is genuinely known for — and the timing arrangement, which decides a great deal about running costs — are covered in 1.4 TSI problems.

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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Common questions

What car has engine code CZCA?

CZCA was fitted to the Audi A1 8X (2010–2018), the Audi A3 8V (2012–2020), the VW Golf Mk7 / 5G (2012–2020), the VW Passat B8 / 3G (2014–2023), the VW Scirocco Mk3 / 13 (2008–2017), the VW Tiguan AD / BW (2016–2024).

What is engine code CZCA?

CZCA is a 1.4 TFSI 125hp (petrol).

Which ECU does CZCA use?

CZCA runs a Bosch MED17.5.25 engine control unit.