Petrol · 2011–2023
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All about the Volkswagen Up!All about the 1.0 / 1.6 MPI (EA211: CHYA / CWVA) engine
The 1.0 MPI (EA211: CHYA / CWVA) engine was fitted to the Volkswagen Up! (2011–2023). In the EU that is 84.7 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.0 60 hp, 1.0 75 hp, 1.0 65 hp, 1.0, 1.0 68 hp, 1.0 90 hp, 1.0 116 hp.
The most expensive known risk is coolant pump / thermostat module leak (plastic housing): it usually appears at 60,000–150,000 km and costs €250–600 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Coolant level slowly drops, pink crust or damp at the gearbox end of the cylinder head, sweet smell after driving
Fix: Pressure-test the system, replace the pump and thermostat module together with its small drive belt, then bleed the system using diagnostics
Signs: Poor pull and uneven running, engine light with codes such as P0010, P0016 or P0341
Fix: Clean or replace the camshaft control oil valve, check the oil bores in the cylinder head for dirt, and keep to regular oil changes
Signs: Usually no warning; then oil leak at the timing end, rough running or camshaft timing faults; a broken adjuster pulley can wreck the timing drive
Fix: Check by VIN whether recall 15H4 (Škoda) or the matching VW / SEAT action was done; the adjuster is replaced free of charge
Signs: Uneven or weak braking on the test bench, handbrake holds poorly; rates climb clearly from about year 8.
Fix: Before inspection have the rear brakes cleaned, adjusted and checked for seized parts and the handbrake cable checked; replace only what is worn or stuck.
Signs: Blown bulbs or badly aimed low beam found at inspection; daytime running light bulbs burn out more often than usual.
Fix: Check all bulbs and headlight aim before inspection; replace bulbs and adjust the headlights.
Signs: Play or knocking in the steering, inspection note on steering joints; mostly on cars 10+ years old.
Fix: Replace the worn track-rod ends or inner joints and do a wheel alignment.
Signs: Surface rust under the car, corroded exhaust hangers, rattling from underneath at idle or over bumps.
Fix: Treat and seal the underbody, replace rusty exhaust hangers and re-fix or replace loose heat shields.
Signs: A door does not lock or unlock with the remote, or the lock is stiff.
Fix: Clean and lubricate the lock first; if the central-locking motor is dead, replace the door lock unit.
Signs: No warning; a wrong igniter mixture can stop the driver or passenger airbag or a belt pretensioner from deploying in a crash.
Fix: Check the VIN for the 2017 campaign; the dealer replaces the airbag unit and/or the belt with pretensioner free of charge.
Signs: No warning; a broken child-lock lever lets the rear door be opened from inside although the lock is set.
Fix: Check the VIN for the open recall; the dealer checks the child lock in both rear door locks free of charge.
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Won't select a gear, 'gearbox fault', jerky shifts
Fix: Repair or replace the actuator; clutch re-learn
Signs: Slipping, harsh engagement
Fix: Replace clutch + re-learn
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,200–4,950. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Volkswagen Up! with the 1.0 MPI (EA211: CHYA / CWVA) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine | every 240,000 km or every 120 months | €450–900 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 Petrol999 cm³ · 44 kW (60 hp) | 48.2 % | 2011–2023 | 112 g/km | 4.9 L |
| 1.0 Petrol999 cm³ · 55 kW (75 hp) | 18.1 % | 2011–2021 | 113 g/km | — |
| 1.0 Petrol999 cm³ · 48 kW (65 hp) | 7.5 % | 2019–2023 | 116 g/km | 5.0 L |
| 1.0 Petrol999 cm³ | 7.1 % | 2011–2020 | 112 g/km | — |
| 1.0 Petrol999 cm³ · 50 kW (68 hp) | 5.7 % | 2012–2023 | 99 g/km | 5.2 L |
| 1.0 Petrol999 cm³ · 66 kW (90 hp) | 1.8 % | 2016–2020 | 109 g/km | — |
| 1.0 Petrol999 cm³ · 85 kW (116 hp) | 1.3 % | 2016–2023 | 126 g/km | 5.5 L |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (8). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
The faults with the highest risk: coolant pump / thermostat module leak (plastic housing) (60,000–150,000 km, €250–600); weak footbrake and parking brake effect at inspection (40,000–200,000 km, €100–400); worn steering joints on older cars (120,000–250,000 km, €100–300).
Belt · 240,000 km / every 120 mo.
5W-30 / 0W-20 · VW 504.00 / 508.00 · ~3.6–4.0 L · every 15,000 km.
Electric (VW group MEB / e-up!)1.0 / 1.2 / 1.4 / 1.5 TSI (EA211)
Volkswagen Polo V (6R/6C) 2009–2017Škoda Fabia III 2014–2021Volkswagen Polo VI (AW) 2017–Škoda Rapid 2012–2019Škoda Citigo 2011–2020SEAT Ibiza V 2017–Škoda Fabia IV 2021–SEAT Mii 2011–2021
Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026