Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI quattro (Sportback 8PA)

Audi A3 2008 2.0 diesel description

Hatchback Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI quattro has been produced from June, 2008 to January, 2013. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and Garrett GTC1549VZ turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Audi A3 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI quattro has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 222 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI quattro fuel consumption is 5.6 litres per 100km (17.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 980 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1160 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 6.4 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A3 fuel consumption.

Audi A3 safety

During safety testing Audi A3 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Audi A3 is evaluated with outstanding rate 95 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 87 from 100, for pedestrian protection Audi A3 got 74 points from 100.
Audi A3 safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.

With the same engine there are also two other Audi A3 versions - with front wheel drive and manual gearbox (Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI MT), and with front wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI AT) available:
  • Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI MT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.4 seconds later (in 8.3 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 5.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 6.4 litres per 100 km
  • Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 5.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 6.4 litres per 100 km
Audi A3 2008

Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI quattro technical data

Model: Audi A3 2.0 TDI quattro
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2008. June ... 2013. January 
Engine: 1968 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 148 g/km
Power: 170 HP ON 4200 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 222 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.6 (combined) 7.2 (urban) 4.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.4 l/100km (36.8 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
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 370 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1104 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2025 kg

Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI quattro engine CFGB

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 16.5 : 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 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 A3 2008 2.0 TDI quattro oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts)
Power 170 HP ON 4200 RPM
Torque 350 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2009
Duration of production 6 years
Engine also used on Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Sharan Skoda Superb and 6 other models

All Audi A3 hatchback [2008 - 2013] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Audi A3 2010 1.2 TFSI Jan 2010 — Dec 2012

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.2 Petrol 105 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2010 1.2 TFSI Jan 2010 — Dec 2012

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.2 Petrol 105 HP 5.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 1.4 TFSI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 1.4 Petrol 125 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 1.4 TFSI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 1.4 Petrol 125 HP 5.8 l/100km Automatic (7) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 1.6 Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 1.6 Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (7) Front wheel
Audi A3 2009 1.6 TDI Jan 2009 — Dec 2012 1.6 Diesel 90 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2009 1.6 TDI Jan 2009 — Dec 2012

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.6 Diesel 105 HP 4.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 1.8 TFSI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 1.8 Petrol 160 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 1.8 TFSI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 1.8 Petrol 160 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (7) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 1.8 TFSI 4x4 1.8 Petrol 160 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2008 1.9 TDI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 1.9 Diesel 105 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 1.9 TDI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 1.9 Diesel 105 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 2.0 TFSI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 2.0 TFSI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 2.0 TFSI quattro 4x4 Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 170 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 170 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2008 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Jun 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 170 HP 5.6 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2008 3.2 quattro 4x4 Jun 2008 — Jan 2013

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds

3.2 Petrol 250 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2008 reviews
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