In which year did the Magotan switch to the third-generation EA888?
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The Magotan has been using the EA888 engine since its launch in 2006. The maintenance methods for car engines are as follows: 1. Pay attention to warming up: During a cold start, the lubricating oil for engine components does not immediately engage in operation. It requires a warm-up period to allow the engine's lubrication system to activate fully. Only after all components are adequately lubricated should you start driving, which can effectively prevent wear and tear on engine parts. 2. Self-inspection: All moving parts of a car have their unique sounds, and the engine is no exception. When starting in a quiet state, the engine sound is generally deep and rhythmic. If the engine sound is sharp or the operation is unstable, it may indicate a fault, and the car should be sent to a 4S shop for inspection immediately. 3. Proper usage: Each gear in a car has its optimal shift RPM. Generally, you should shift gears when reaching the designated RPM for each gear. Maintaining high RPMs for extended periods can easily burden the engine, affecting fuel economy and causing wear on engine components. 4. Refueling: Protecting the engine requires not only proper driving and maintenance habits but also ensuring that the fuel used is not of inferior quality.
A few years ago, I researched this when helping a friend look at used cars. The switch to the third-generation EA888 engine in the Magotan mainly started with the 2017 model year. Volkswagen had just adopted the MQB platform at that time, and the engine was upgraded simultaneously. Compared to the older second-generation engine, the most noticeable change was the redesigned piston rings, which significantly reduced oil consumption and improved turbo response. It wasn't until after the 2018 model year that the new engine became widely available, as early models still had inventory cars mixed in. Nowadays, when buying used, you need to be careful—most pre-2015 models have the second-generation engine, which is prone to triggering warning lights if not well maintained. If you come across a late-2016 production model, be sure to check the engine type, as that was the transition period between the old and new engines.
I often encounter car owners asking about this during repairs. The model updates of the Volkswagen series basically follow the platform changes. The Magotan's switch to the third-generation EA888 engine was specifically during the 2017 facelift. The key is to check the engine cover number; the third-generation starts with 06K instead of 06H. After the facelift, not only was the oil-gas separator redesigned, but even the cylinder head integrated exhaust manifold was changed, resulting in much faster warm-up of the coolant temperature. However, it's important to note that some vehicles produced in the second half of 2016 might also be equipped with the new engine, so it's best to check the VIN. The most accurate way is to look at the dashboard; starting from the 2017 model, all models come standard with a full LCD instrument panel, and the data stream reading with the new engine is also more stable.
