Which generation of EA888 engine does the Magotan use?
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The Magotan is equipped with the third-generation EA888 engine, whose function is to convert the thermal energy of gasoline into mechanical energy by burning and expanding the gas in a sealed cylinder to push the piston. The Magotan is a mid-size sedan with a body size of 4865mm in length, 1832mm in width, and 1471mm in height, a wheelbase of 2871mm, a fuel tank capacity of 66 liters, a trunk capacity of 533 liters, and a curb weight of 1775kg. The Magotan features a front MacPherson independent suspension and a rear multi-link independent suspension. It is powered by a 1.4T turbocharged engine with a maximum horsepower of 150PS, a maximum power of 110kW, a maximum torque of 250Nm, and is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
As a veteran who's driven Volkswagen cars for over a decade, I'm quite familiar with the EA888 engine. The Magotan mainly uses the third generation. The EA888 is Volkswagen's flagship engine series, with the first generation launched in 2008. The older B7 Magotan models from that era were equipped with the second generation, which was gradually upgraded after 2011. The third-generation engine became widespread starting with the 2016 B8 models - more powerful, fuel-efficient, and my current 2019 Magotan has this version. It handles highway overtaking effortlessly without the old oil consumption issues. The new engine incorporates smart technologies like variable valve timing for better environmental performance and efficiency. If you're considering buying used, check the production year - pre-2016 models likely have the second generation, while post-2016 models mostly feature the third generation, which proves more reliable for daily use.
