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1.4 118 vs 1.8

oli3

New member
I'm considering getting a mk6 and am between 2 engines - 1.4 118 or the 1.8.

Opinions from owners on here? What is reliability like on these 2 engines? 1 better than the other? In terms of power output they're both equal but anything people on here can advice on?
 

mataempat

Passed Driver's Ed
the 1.4 118 is riddled with problems ranging from spark plugs to oil consumption. the 18t is a better choice.
 

mataempat

Passed Driver's Ed
Thanks for the replies, I expected to hear the 1.8 is less prone to issues

The 1.8T is the same engine compared to the 2.0T EA888. I'm not sure what else is changed besides the capacity. The engine layout is identical to the 2.0T.

You can even grab a K04 for the 1.8t provided the transmission can handle it.
 
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