A3 (8V)
2012–2020 · Hatchback, Sportback, Saloon, Cabriolet · 5 engines
Problems, reviews and reliability for every engine in the A3 (8V). Pick an engine below to see common faults, fault codes and what to check before buying.
1.4 TSI (EA211, CPTA/CXSA)2012–2020 · petrol
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1.8 / 2.0 TFSI (EA888 Gen3)2012–2020 · petrol
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1.6 TDI (EA288, CLHA/CRKB)2012–2020 · diesel
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2.0 TDI (EA288, CRBC/DEJA)2012–2020 · diesel
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S3 2.0 TFSI quattro (CJXC)2013–2020 · petrol
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