EA888 evo 2.0 TSI Head Gasket Keychain - VW Golf GTI R Audi S3 Memento

This stainless-steel head gasket keychain celebrates the VAG EA888 evo4, Volkswagen Group’s fourth-generation 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine.

Engine Identity

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group.
Engine family: EA888 evo4, also called EA888 Generation 4.
Configuration: Transverse, water-cooled, turbocharged inline-four petrol engine.
Cylinder count: Four.
Displacement: 1,984 cc / 2.0 litres.
Production period: Introduced in 2021 for 2022-model-year Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R applications; production continues in later Group applications.
Valvetrain: Chain-driven double overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder, continuously variable inlet and exhaust cam timing, plus variable exhaust-valve lift and duration.
Fuel system: High-pressure direct injection, quoted by Volkswagen at 350 bar / 5,076 psi for the US-market Golf GTI and Golf R.

Volkswagen describes the EA888 evo4 as the fourth evolution of its EA888 four-cylinder engine family. Its compact exhaust manifold is integrated into the cylinder head, allowing the turbocharger to mount directly to the engine and helping improve thermal management and turbo response.

Vehicle Compatibility Matrix

EA888 evo4 application	Vehicle	Chassis	Model years	Factory output
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4	Volkswagen Golf GTI	Mk8 / CD1	2021 onwards	245 PS in UK/EU specification; 241 hp in US specification.
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4	Volkswagen Golf R	Mk8 / CD1	2021 onwards	320 PS in UK/EU specification; 315 hp in US specification.
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4	Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport	Mk8 / CD1	2021 onwards	300 PS, with later facelift variants increasing output.
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4	Audi S3 Sportback and Saloon	8Y	2020 onwards	310 PS in early European specification; later outputs vary by model year and market.
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4	Audi TTS Coupé and Roadster	8S facelift	2018–2023	320 PS; verify engine code because late 8S production overlaps technical changes by market.
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4	Cupra Leon VZ / VZx	KL1	2020 onwards	300–310 PS, dependent on driveline and market.
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4	Cupra Formentor VZ	KM7	2020 onwards	310 PS in all-wheel-drive VZ applications

EA888 evo4 fitment and calibration vary by engine code, vehicle platform, emissions standard and market. Always use the vehicle VIN and engine code to identify a real replacement head gasket; this keychain is a decorative tribute rather than an engine-service part.

Why This Engine Matters

The EA888 evo4 carries the long-running 2.0 TSI formula into the Mk8 Golf GTI and Golf R era: compact capacity, direct injection, turbocharging and a broad torque curve. Volkswagen quoted 241 hp for the 2022 Golf GTI and 315 hp for the 2022 Golf R in US specification.

Its engineering advances include higher-pressure injection, variable exhaust-valve lift, continuously variable timing on both camshafts and an integrated exhaust manifold. Together, those systems help the engine deliver strong low-speed response while retaining power at higher engine speeds.

Technical Specifications

The following figures refer to Volkswagen’s US-market EA888 evo4 Golf GTI and Golf R technical release, published in December 2021. Outputs, engine codes and emissions equipment can differ in UK and European applications.

Specification	EA888 evo4 Golf GTI	EA888 evo4 Golf R
Displacement	1,984 cc / 2.0 litres.	1,984 cc / 2.0 litres.
Configuration	Turbocharged inline-four petrol.	Turbocharged inline-four petrol.
Cylinder head	DOHC, 16 valves.	DOHC, 16 valves.
Compression ratio	9.6:1.	9.3:1.
Camshaft drive	Timing chain.	Timing chain.
Valve control	Continuously variable intake and exhaust timing; variable exhaust lift and duration.	Continuously variable intake and exhaust timing; variable exhaust lift and duration.
Fuel injection	Direct injection at up to 350 bar / 5,076 psi.	Direct injection at up to 350 bar / 5,076 psi.
Exhaust manifold	Integrated into cylinder head.	Integrated into cylinder head.
Turbo wastegate	Electronically controlled.	Electronically controlled.
Stock power	241 hp.	315 hp.
Stock torque	273 lb-ft / 370 Nm from 1,750 rpm.	295 lb-ft / 400 Nm from 2,000 rpm with DSG.

Volkswagen’s source confirms 1,984 cc capacity, but it does not publish bore and stroke in the cited evo4 release; those dimensions are therefore intentionally not stated here.

Product Details

Stainless-steel head gasket keychain inspired by the VAG EA888 evo4 2.0 TSI cylinder-head gasket profile.
Designed for owners and enthusiasts of EA888 evo4-powered Volkswagen Golf GTI, Golf R, Audi S3, Audi TTS, Cupra Leon and Cupra Formentor models.
Finished using our three-stage vibratory polishing process for a smooth, durable metal finish.
Supplied on a plywood display card for gifting, collecting or display.
A compact tribute to Volkswagen Group’s fourth-generation 2.0-litre turbocharged performance engine.

FAQ

What is the EA888 evo4 engine?

The EA888 evo4 is Volkswagen Group’s fourth-generation EA888 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-four petrol engine, introduced in the 2022-model-year Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R.

Which cars use the EA888 evo4?

EA888 evo4 applications include the Mk8 Volkswagen Golf GTI, Golf R and Golf GTI Clubsport, plus related Audi S3, Audi TTS and Cupra Leon/Formentor performance models. Exact engine code and output depend on model year and market.

Is EA888 evo4 the same as the earlier EA888 engine?

No. EA888 evo4 is the fourth-generation version of the EA888 family and adds features including 350-bar direct injection, variable exhaust-valve lift and an integrated exhaust manifold.

Is this a functional replacement head gasket?

No. This is a decorative stainless-steel keychain inspired by the EA888 evo4 head-gasket profile; it is not a replacement engine component.

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