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DADA 1.5 TSI 150hp

Engine code DADA is a petrol engine of 1,498 cc, rated at 150 hp. It was fitted to 8 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with DADA

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA1GB (2018–2024)150 hp
AudiA38V (2012–2020)150 hp
AudiQ3F3 (2018–2024)150 hp
VWArteon3H (2017–2024)150 hp
VWGolfMk7 / 5G (2012–2020)150 hp
VWPoloAW (2017–2024)150 hp
VWT-RocA1 (2017–2024)150 hp
VWTouran5T (2015–2024)150 hp

Which ECU it runs

DADA is controlled by a Bosch MG1CS011 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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Common questions

What car has engine code DADA?

DADA was fitted to the Audi A1 GB (2018–2024), the Audi A3 8V (2012–2020), the Audi Q3 F3 (2018–2024), the VW Arteon 3H (2017–2024), the VW Golf Mk7 / 5G (2012–2020), the VW Polo AW (2017–2024).

What is engine code DADA?

DADA is a 1.5 TSI 150hp (petrol).

Which ECU does DADA use?

DADA runs a Bosch MG1CS011 engine control unit.