Audi Q5 2008 3.0 TDI quattro

Audi Q5 2008 3.0 diesel description

Crossover / SUV Audi Q5 2008 3.0 TDI quattro has been produced from October, 2008 to January, 2012. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 240 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 500 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Audi Q5 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.2 litres.

Audi Q5 2008 3.0 TDI quattro has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Audi Q5 2008 3.0 TDI quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi Q5 2008 3.0 TDI quattro fuel consumption is 7.5 litres per 100km (13.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Audi Q5 2008 - 2012 versions, fuel consumption in city - 9.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100 km, which is 23% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi Q5 fuel consumption.

Audi Q5 safety

During safety testing Audi Q5 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Audi Q5 is evaluated with outstanding rate 92 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection Audi Q5 got 32 points from 100.
Audi Q5 safety equipment has been rated as good - 71 percents from 100.

Audi Q5 2008

Audi Q5 2008 3.0 TDI quattro technical data

Model: Audi Q5 3.0 TDI quattro
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2008. October ... 2012. January 
Engine: 2967 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 199 g/km
Power: 240 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 500 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 225 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.5 (combined) 9.2 (urban) 6.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 75 litres (19.8 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.63m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.65m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.6 meters
Ground clearance: 200 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 540 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1560 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2445 kg

Audi Q5 2008 3.0 TDI quattro engine CCWA

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2967 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 91.4 mm
Compression ratio 17 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Audi Q5 2008 3.0 TDI quattro oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts)
Coolant capacity 11.5 litres (12.2 quarts)
Power 240 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 500 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2007
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Audi A6 Audi A4 Audi A5

All Audi Q5 crossover [2008 - 2012] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Audi Q5 2009 2.0 TFSI quattro 4x4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2012

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 180 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (6)
Audi Q5 2008 2.0 TFSI quattro 4x4 Oct 2008 — Jan 2012

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 211 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (7)
Audi Q5 2008 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Oct 2008 — Jan 2012

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 170 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Audi Q5 2008 2.0 TDI 4x4 Jan 2008 — Dec 2010

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 170 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (6)
Audi Q5 2008 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Oct 2008 — Jan 2012

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds

3.0 Diesel 240 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (7)
Audi Q5 2009 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2012

Most powerfull petrol version (270 HP)

3.2 Petrol 270 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (7)
Audi Q5 2008 reviews
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