Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI (Sportback 8PA)

Audi A3 2004 2.0 diesel description

Hatchback Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI has been produced from November, 2004 to June, 2008. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 140 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 320 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has a fuel injection system with unit injectors and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 A3 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 207 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI fuel consumption is 5.5 litres per 100km (18.2 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Audi A3 2004 - 2008 versions, city fuel economy - 7.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1180 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A3 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Audi A3 versions - with automatic gearbox (Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI AT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (Audi A3 2005 2.0 TDI quattro MT 4x4) available:
  • Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI AT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.5 seconds faster (in 9.2 seconds), but less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 5.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 6.5 litres per 100 km
  • Audi A3 2005 2.0 TDI quattro MT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 9.4 seconds), but less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 5.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 6.3 litres per 100 km
Audi A3 2004

Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI technical data

Model: Audi A3 2.0 TDI
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2004. November ... 2008. June 
Engine: 1968 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 148 g/km
Power: 140 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 320 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 207 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.5 (combined) 7.2 (urban) 4.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6 l/100km (39.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.29m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.7 meters
Ground clearance: 113 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 370 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1120 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1940 kg

Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI engine BPW

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 1968 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 81 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 95.5 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Unit injector
Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts)
Power 140 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 320 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Audi A6 Audi A4

All Audi A3 hatchback [2004 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Audi A3 2007 1.4 T FSI Sep 2007 — Jun 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 125 HP 6.5 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2004 1.6 Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2004 1.6 Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2004 1.6 FSI Sep 2004 — Sep 2007

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 116 HP 6.5 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2006 1.8 T FSI Jul 2006 — Jun 2008 1.8 Petrol 160 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2006 1.8 T FSI Jul 2006 — Jun 2008 1.8 Petrol 160 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2004 1.9 TDI Nov 2004 — Jun 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 105 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2006 1.9 TDI Jul 2006 — Jun 2008 1.9 Diesel 105 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2004 2.0 FSI Jun 2004 — Jul 2006 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2004 2.0 FSI Sep 2004 — Jul 2006 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2006 2.0 T FSI Mar 2006 — Jun 2008 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2004 2.0 T FSI Oct 2004 — Jun 2008 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2004 2.0 T FSI quattro 4x4 Oct 2004 — Jun 2008 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2005 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Jun 2005 — Jun 2008 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2006 2.0 TDI Jun 2006 — Jun 2008 2.0 Diesel 170 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2006 2.0 TDI Jun 2006 — Jun 2008 2.0 Diesel 170 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2006 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Jun 2006 — Jun 2008 2.0 Diesel 170 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2004 3.2 quattro 4x4 Nov 2004 — Jun 2008

Most powerfull petrol version (250 HP)

3.2 Petrol 250 HP 10.6 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2004 3.2 quattro 4x4 Nov 2004 — Jun 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds

3.2 Petrol 250 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2004 reviews
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