Saveiro 1.6L EA111 Petrol Engines
from £895 to £2,450
Rebuilt units from £895 · Common codes: EA111, CSHA, CAYB, CAVF
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Saveiro 1.6L EA111 Petrol Engines
from £895 to £2,450
Rebuilt units from £895 · Common codes: EA111, CSHA, CAYB, CAVF
Saveiro 1.4L EA111 Petrol Engines
from £895 to £2,150
Rebuilt units from £895 · Common codes: EA111, CPCA, CAVE, CHYA
Saveiro Classic AP Engines
from £1,200 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: AP1800, AP2000, Total Flex

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The table below shows typical UK rebuilt engine costs across Volkswagen Saveiro variants - compare failure causes, engine codes, fuel types, and price ranges to benchmark what UK drivers are paying.


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Every engine code fitted to the Volkswagen Saveiro 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 Saveiro variants.

EA111 - 1.6L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£895 - £2,450
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures

EA111 - 1.4L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£895 - £2,150
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures

EA111 - 1.0L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£895 - £1,750
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Volkswagen Saveiro's EA111 and EA211 petrol engines dominate UK replacement enquiries, with timing belt failures and water pump leaks being the most common causes. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the typical failure point - plus a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty....
Volkswagen Saveiro Timing Belt Failure
Most affected vehicles
Volkswagen Saveiro Trend 1.6, Comfortline 1.6, Robust 1.6, Cross 1.6 (2009-2017, EA111 1.6L)
Failure mileage range
60,000-90,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
EA111 timing belts stretch and weaken over time; if not replaced at manufacturer intervals, they can snap without warning, causing valve-to-piston contact.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Belt Replacement | £450 - £750 | £275 - £450 | Replace timing belt, tensioner, idler pulleys and water pump | Prevents catastrophic failure; recommended every 60k miles or 5 years |
| Intermediate - Valve Damage Repair | £1,200 - £2,400 | £750 - £1,500 | Cylinder head removal, valve replacement, head reconditioning, gaskets | Only viable if piston damage is minimal; not recommended for high-mileage engines |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt / Reconditioned Engine | £2,450 - £4,200 | £895 - £2,450 | Supply & fit rebuilt EA111 engine with upgraded timing components, bench-tested, 12-month warranty | Most cost-effective solution for engines over 80k miles or with significant internal damage |
Our recommendation
On a Volkswagen Saveiro worth £3,000-£8,000, preventative timing belt replacement at 60k miles is excellent value. If the belt has already snapped, a rebuilt engine from our network is typically more reliable and cost-effective than attempting valve repairs on a high-mileage EA111.
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Every displacement fitted to the Volkswagen Saveiro is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The smallest petrol option in the Saveiro range, the 1.0L EA111 powered entry-level Cabine Simples and Trend variants from 2009-2015. Economical and simple to maintain, but requires timely timing belt changes to avoid interference engine damage.
Engine Code(s)
EA111, CHYA
Compatible Models (UK)
Trend 1.0 (2009-2015), Cabine Simples 1.0
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Timing belt tensioner wear, piston ring oil consumption at high mileage
Production Years: 2009-2015
Compare Volkswagen Saveiro 1.0L petrol engine prices
Choose your Volkswagen Saveiro engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from economical 1.0L petrol to adventure-ready 1.6L Total Flex.
Petrol engines dominate the UK Saveiro import market, with EA111 and EA211 families powering most variants from 2009-2017.
Common Volkswagen Saveiro Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
Petrol engines dominate the UK Saveiro import market, with EA111 and EA211 families powering most variants from 2009-2017.
Common Volkswagen Saveiro Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
Total Flex engines run on ethanol, petrol or any blend - popular with UK grey import owners seeking fuel flexibility and Brazilian-market authenticity.
Volkswagen Saveiro Flex Fuel Engine Codes
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Important Notes
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This technical timeline covers all major engine changes across the Volkswagen Saveiro's production run, organised so UK owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
EA111- 1.0L petrol (Trend, Cabine Simples)
EA111- 1.4L petrol (Trend, Comfortline)
EA111- 1.6L petrol (Trend, Comfortline, Robust)
AP1800- 1.8L petrol (Classic variants)
AP2000- 2.0L petrol (High-output variants)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
EA111CHYACPCACAVECSHACAYBCAVFAP1800AP2000