Which Generation of EA888 Does the Magotan Use?

[GabriellaMarie]

The Magotan is equipped with the third-generation EA888 engine. The EA888 engine has addressed the issue of oil consumption and improved the internal structure of the engine, resulting in overall more perfect performance. The third-generation EA888 engine incorporates advanced production technology, significantly enhancing the separation effect of oil vapor, thereby reducing oil consumption during engine operation. The Magotan features a MacPherson independent front suspension and a compact four-link independent rear suspension structure, giving it a highly sporty feel, clear and solid road feedback, and exceptional handling performance. While ensuring strong sportiness, it also prioritizes comfort.

[McTucker]

The 2021 Magotan I'm driving now is equipped with the third-generation EA888 engine. I heard that China VI-compliant vehicles after 2019 started using the 3.5-generation version. Now, the newer models seem to be using the fourth generation. It's quite simple to distinguish them: the 3.5-generation version features dual injection technology with the code DNZA and has a plastic oil pan. The most straightforward way is to look at the engine cover logo—the third generation is labeled TSI, while the fourth generation is labeled 4 TSI. When buying a car, models that meet the China VI-B emission standards are basically the latest versions, with higher horsepower tuning and about half a liter lower fuel consumption.

[StClayton]

Last month, I researched this while helping a friend look for a used Magotan. Most Magotans before 2017 were equipped with the second-generation EA888 engine, which had quite a few oil consumption issues. After the 2018 model year update, the majority switched to the third-generation engine, with improvements to the piston rings and oil separator. The newly launched Magotan GTE hybrid now uses the 1.4T EA211 engine, while the pure gasoline versions with 1.8T/2.0T engines still feature the EA888. Friends planning to modify their cars recently should note: models from the 2016 to 2018 batches might have transitional versions, so make sure to check the ECU version number when selecting tuning programs.

[SanDaniela]

The evolution of the Volkswagen EA888 engine is quite interesting: the first generation was installed in the Magotan B6 in 2006, and the second generation was released in 2009. The current Magotan B8 on sale is mostly equipped with the third generation released in 2016, available in both high and low power versions. A key upgrade was changing from manifold injection to direct injection and replacing the turbo with a twin-scroll one. It's said that the fourth generation was installed in overseas models as early as 2021, while the domestic versions are still mainly based on the third-and-a-half generation. You can determine the model year by looking at the 10th letter of the VIN—'L' indicates a car from 2020 or later, which is likely the new version.