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CZEA 1.4 TFSI 150hp

Engine code CZEA is a petrol, rated at 150 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 CZEA

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA18X (2010–2018)150 hp
AudiA38V (2012–2020)150 hp
AudiQ2GA (2016–2024)150 hp
VWGolfMk7 / 5G (2012–2020)150 hp
VWPolo6R / 6C (2009–2017)150 hp
VWTiguanAD / BW (2016–2024)150 hp
VWTouran5T (2015–2024)150 hp

Which ECU it runs

CZEA 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 CZEA?

CZEA was fitted to the Audi A1 8X (2010–2018), the Audi A3 8V (2012–2020), the Audi Q2 GA (2016–2024), the VW Golf Mk7 / 5G (2012–2020), the VW Polo 6R / 6C (2009–2017), the VW Tiguan AD / BW (2016–2024).

What is engine code CZEA?

CZEA is a 1.4 TFSI 150hp (petrol).

Which ECU does CZEA use?

CZEA runs a Bosch MED17.5.25 engine control unit.