Golf VI · 2010–2012

Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Golf VI · 86 hp (2010 to 2012)

The Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI of the Golf VI generation uses the EA111 1.2 TSI petrol engine with 86 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
86 PS / 63 kW
Displacement
1 197 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
EA111 1.2 TSI
Period covered
2010–2012
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

86 hp (63 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2010 to 2012.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It sits between the 1.4 (80 hp) and the 1.6 (102 hp). The EA111 1.2 TSI engine is also fitted to: Volkswagen Polo (Polo V (6R)), Volkswagen Touran (Touran I (1T)).

AutoKarnet advice

Maintenance and records

Oil change — LongLife service

Per indicator, up to ~30,000 km / 2 years

30 000 km

24 months

VW 504 00 (petrol) or 507 00 (diesel) oil required to stay on LongLife.

Source [1]

Oil change — fixed service

Every 15,000 km or 1 year

15 000 km

12 months

Fixed-interval scheme, advised for city or severe use.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

At 3 years, then every 2 years

24 months

Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Golf VI?

The EA111 1.2 TSI petrol engine (1 197 cc), 86 hp (63 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI?

A VW 504 00 / 507 00-approved oil suited to the EA111 1.2 TSI engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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