Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 T FSI quattro
Audi A6 2008 3.0 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 T FSI quattro has been produced from October, 2008 to January, 2011. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 290 horsepower on 4850 rpm and torque 420 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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The most notorious issue with this engine is excessive oil consumption caused by scoring in the cylinders. Another common contributor to ...
This Audi A6 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 T FSI quattro has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 T FSI quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 T FSI quattro in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.5 litres per 100km (10.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1100 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 12.3 litres per 100 km, which is 29% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A6 fuel consumption.

Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 T FSI quattro technical data
Model: | Audi A6 Avant 3.0 T FSI quattro | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2008. October ... 2011. January | ||
Engine: | 2995 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 223 g/km |
Power: | 290 HP ON 4850 RPM | Torque: | 420 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 (combined) 13.3 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 12.3 l/100km (19.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.93m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 565 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2420 kg |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 T FSI quattro engine CAJA
Engine reliability and common problems:
The most notorious issue with this engine is excessive oil consumption caused by scoring in the cylinders. Another common contributor to oil consumption is a defective oil separator, which can also disrupt the fuel-air mixture, triggering engine error codes.A rattling sound during engine start-up indicates critical wear of the timing chain tensioners. The timing chains in these engines typically last 100,000–150,000 km, depending on driving habits. When this noise occurs, it often means the chains have stretched and need replacement, a costly procedure requiring engine removal.
The water pump and high-pressure fuel pump are also known for their limited lifespan, requiring attention relatively early in the engine's service life. Additionally, the catalytic converters are weak points, with a typical lifespan of around 100,000 km. The main concern with failing catalytic converters is that fragments can be drawn into the cylinders, causing scoring and exacerbating oil consumption.
Overall, proactive maintenance and timely replacement of these components are critical to avoiding severe engine damage and ensuring long-term reliability.
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 2995 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 89 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 | Injection |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 T FSI quattro oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Power | 290 HP ON 4850 RPM |
Torque | 420 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2008 |
Duration of production | 3 years |
All Audi A6 estate car [2008 - 2011] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.0 T FSI
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.0 T FSI | 2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.0 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 136 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.0 TDI | 2.0 Diesel | 136 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.7 TDI | 2.7 Diesel | 190 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.7 TDI | 2.7 Diesel | 190 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.7 TDI quattro 4x4 | 2.7 Diesel | 190 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.8 FSI | 2.8 Petrol | 190 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.8 FSI | 2.8 Petrol | 190 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.8 FSI quattro 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 190 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.8 FSI | 2.8 Petrol | 220 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 2.8 FSI quattro 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 220 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic | All wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 T FSI quattro 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 290 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4
Most powerfull diesel version (240 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 240 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4
Most powerfull diesel version (240 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 240 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A6 2008 Avant 4.2 FSI quattro 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds |
4.2 Petrol | 350 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |