Load Up 1.0 Petrol Engines
from £1,100 to £3,400
Rebuilt units from £1,800 · Common codes: CHYA, DAFA, CHYB, CHZA
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Load Up 1.0 Petrol Engines
from £1,100 to £3,400
Rebuilt units from £1,800 · Common codes: CHYA, DAFA, CHYB, CHZA
Load Up EcoFuel CNG Engines
from £2,400 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £2,400 · Common codes: CPGA
e-Load Up Electric Drive Units
from £3,500 to £5,500
Rebuilt units from £3,500 · Common codes: EABA

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Every engine code fitted to the Volkswagen Load Up across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed petrol and performance engine families across Volkswagen Load Up variants.

CHYA - 1.0L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£1,800 - £2,400
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Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Volkswagen Load Up's EA211 1.0L petrol engines (CHYA, DAFA, CHYB, CHZA) and CPGА CNG unit are generally robust but suffer from EGR valve carbon buildup, EVAP system faults, and timing chain wear on high-mileage commercial use. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the original...
EGR Valve Failure
Most affected vehicles
Volkswagen Load Up 1.0 60hp/75hp/90hp (2012-2020, CHYA/DAFA/CHYB/CHZA)
Failure mileage range
60,000-100,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Carbon buildup from short-journey commercial use clogs the EGR valve, restricting exhaust gas recirculation and causing rough idle, power loss, and increased emissions.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - EGR Valve Clean/Replace | £355-£420 | £275-£310 | Remove, clean or replace EGR valve; reset ECU adaptations | Viable if caught early; may recur on high-mileage vans |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt Engine | £3,200-£4,500 | £1,800-£2,800 | Supply & fit rebuilt engine with upgraded EGR components; bench tested, 12-month warranty | Permanent solution; addresses underlying wear on high-mileage units |
Our recommendation
For Load Up vans under 80k miles with isolated EGR symptoms, valve replacement offers good value. If the van has over 100k miles or shows additional wear signs (oil consumption, timing noise), a rebuilt engine is often more cost-effective long-term.
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Every displacement fitted to the Volkswagen Load Up is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The 1.0L EA211 petrol engine powered every non-CNG, non-electric Load Up from launch in 2012 through to production end in 2020. Offered in 60hp base, 75hp BlueMotion and 90hp TSi turbo outputs, this compact three-cylinder unit balances fuel economy with commercial payload capability - though high-mileage urban delivery use can accelerate EGR, EVAP and timing component wear.
Engine Code(s)
CHYA, DAFA, CHYB, CHZA
Compatible Models (UK)
Load Up 1.0 60hp (2012-2020), Load Up BlueMotion 1.0 75hp (2016-2020), Load Up TSi 1.0 90hp
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
EGR valve carbon buildup, EVAP charcoal canister failure, timing chain tensioner wear on high-mileage units
Production Years: 2016-2020
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The 1.0L EA211 petrol engine family powered most Load Up vans from 2012-2020, offering proven reliability for commercial use but requiring attention to EGR, EVAP and timing components on high-mileage units.
Common Volkswagen Load Up Petrol Engine Families
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The 1.0L EA211 petrol engine family powered most Load Up vans from 2012-2020, offering proven reliability for commercial use but requiring attention to EGR, EVAP and timing components on high-mileage units.
Common Volkswagen Load Up Petrol Engine Families
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The CPGА 1.0L CNG bi-fuel engine powered the Eco Load Up variant from 2014-2020, offering lower fuel costs but requiring certified CNG technicians for service and replacement.
Common Volkswagen Load Up CNG Engine Families
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The EABA electric motor powered the e-Load Up from 2013-2020, offering zero-emission urban delivery but requiring high-voltage certified specialists for drive unit replacement.
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Important Notes
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This section covers all major engine changes across the Volkswagen Load Up's 2012-2020 production timeline, organised so commercial operators can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
CHYA- 1.0L petrol (Load Up 1.0 60hp)
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Engine Codes Covered:
CHYA