But the car did not make much of a furore with its appearance. It even seemed to many that in comparison with the B8, nothing had changed in its appearance. It seems that Audi has been remarkably conservative in design in recent years, but is that really so?

If you don't look closely, the novelty is distinguished only by headlights with a suspicious Z-shaped profile along the bottom line, more appropriate for another German brand, and rear optics. In the base, the head light is xenon, for a little over 80 thousand - LED, for 130 "with a tail" - matrix, "smart" and again with LEDs.

Continuity is not a vice

In a first approximation, you see almost a B8, which held out on the assembly line for about eight years. But it is worth putting this pair next to each other - it is more likely not rejuvenation that is visible, but what is delicately called the continuity of generations.

Nobody can tell the size increase by a couple of centimeters by eye, but there are slightly tougher lines, most visible on the hood, and mirrors "growing" from the door panels. The hexagon of the grille remained almost unchanged, but this "almost" hides not only the other cross members, but also the black finish that is mandatory for the S-Line. However, a lot of little things from the politically correct Frank Rimili are not the whole B9.

Wheelbase:

If the body remained from high-alloy steels - the A4 is still not a huge A8 - then the chassis has been supplemented with parts made of light alloys so beloved in Audi. The engine subframe, suspension arms, brake calipers are the main components based on aluminum. Small things can be omitted: they simply cannot be counted, but non-ferrous metals do not reduce the cost of a car.

The point is not so much in the above facts, but in the fact that the current "four" is built according to the laws of the MLB architecture, focused on the longitudinal arrangement of the engine. In addition, this is its second generation, or, as it is sometimes called, MLB Evo. The transition to it for almost the entire line of Audi is just around the corner.

To tell the truth, it never bothered me that all Audi is fundamentally similar to each other. Yes, there is probably a secret marketing intent in this. A person has grown up, moved to a different level of prosperity - now instead of A3 or A4, he has a new A6, slightly changed his image - A5 or A7 ... But the meaning of moving up the stairs does not change: neither for an excellent manager, nor for an equally correct and prudent in essence car.

No surprises, but with chips

That is why I was almost sure that there would be no surprises in the salon. Moreover, I am guaranteed to like it. I confess that warm feelings for Audi have been wandering in me for several years, almost like for Grundig technology. First of all, for brevity, in the face of which I do not need to scrape in praise ... But behind which is hidden everything that is needed today.

Anyone who hopes to get a full-fledged five-seater car in the person of a middle-class sedan, alas, is mistaken. Yes, it is, of course, larger than the golf brother of the A3, more spacious in the cabin, but the massive central tunnel is more integral to Audi than the optional quattro all-wheel drive.

Hardly anyone willingly takes a fancy to the center seat on the back sofa. But to divide the massive folding armrest and deflectors of the third autonomous climate control unit into two is comfortable and convenient. Provided that the height of passengers does not exceed 180-182 cm.

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Suitcases of four crew members can easily fit into a 480-liter trunk, which is especially important if you assume that the "four" will be registered in a corporate park or a taxi. But in personal use, the hold of a premium sedan is hardly anyone's interest. Those who need it will, of course, settle for the Avant version.

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But back to the interior, more precisely, its front, from which I did not expect much novelty. Everything turned out to be much more interesting. Firstly, the aforementioned S-line and a few more optional packages left their mark on the interior. Secondly, even without special stages, it looks much more interesting than in the previous version. An elegant frameless rear-view mirror - what is not a "trick" ?!

Fuel consumption according to manufacturer's data

mixed cycle

The absence of the center console as such turned out to be an unexpected plus: there was a lot of space for a dual-zone climate control and nine buttons under it, three of which are muted and, apparently, are reserved for options, and the rest are responsible for controlling Start / Stop, ESP, switching Drive Select modes, parking sensors as well as disabling the 8.3-inch multimedia display. They did not motorize it, although it should have been, but left it monumental. Management, as is customary in Audi, was organized through an MMI washer located in front of the automatic transmission selector, but several fixed function keys and eight more buttons with numbers were added to it. Do not try to use them to switch stations or tracks in the playlist. In principle, this is possible, but the functionality of this series is much higher. Each button can be programmed for a separate action, from musical to navigation or telephone. The test version also contains a wireless access point with a SIM card.

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Seven years ago, having seen this in the A6, I was delighted, but now my 4G in a smartphone is much faster than the Internet from the proposed operator. True, the access to the Internet radio fully justified the presence of the card, and the plug service in the built-in Google navigation is, of course, a useful thing.

The interior trim in gray leather and Alcantara was also good, with which the aluminum inserts of the front panel and doors look especially advantageous and emphasized laconic. Only now the cover is not always neat, and the old wrinkle on the previously mentioned rear armrest and the absence of seat perforation are clearly not to the A4's face.

As soon as I paid attention to this in the mass segment brand, but Audi ... I will bite, as they say, loving: the skill of working with leather is worth learning from the Bavarian Alpina ... And not only for Ingolstadters, but also for the rest of the German "premiums".

But in terms of adequate and convenient electronics, Audi, it seems to me, is in the leading positions.

In the "base" of the A4 there is an analog tidy with a large LCD display between the speedometer and tachometer dials. In the proposed test - a full-color 12.3-inch "digital" Audi Virtual Cockpit of high resolution. In addition to the two options for displaying information, switched by the button, it is possible to display a map on it, which is initially displayed on the main multimedia display.

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With a fair amount of information on the dashboard, the feeling of its overload does not arise. First of all, due to the fact that the designers did not cram the maximum number of icons into the minimum area. Yes, you won't remember the entire location the first time, unless you have Stirlitz's memory, and even in the absence of numerous special stages and assistants, the number of displayed characters will be less. In general, for a person who constantly works with wearable gadgets, the entire "audio" interface will not cause any problems.

But the tastiest things in the test car are, of course, hidden from view. The two-liter 249-horsepower gasoline turbo engine of the EA888 series can only be identified by the exhaust pipes spaced around the edges of the stern. It is modernized and, according to the manufacturers, will not annoy the owner with a butter maker.

The S-tronic transmission of the A7 version with two clutches is also redesigned, as well as the quattro drive, which has received the Ultra appendage in the name. It is completely new from Magna and differs from Torsen primarily in its double-sleeve design.

The first, multi-disc, is located at the output of the gearbox, the second, with an electric drive, is located in the rear differential. The meaning of the innovation is in the complete disconnection of the propeller shaft when driving only in front-wheel drive, reducing friction losses and, accordingly, reducing fuel consumption.

Herr Delicacy

It would be strange to get uncomfortable seats in Audi, in which you have to fidget, pushing out the individual gluteal profile, push the side grips with your back, and adjust to the headrest. I don’t know about the stock seats, but the sports ones with electrically adjustable ones did not cause any questions. Great!

The top power for the Russian version of A4 cannot be determined at idle. The noise was so thought over and brought to mind that it is possible to notice the operation of the motor only by a virtual tachometer.

Five possible driving modes, one of which is "individual", are traditionally configured by the parameters "Engine / Transmission", "Steering" and "Damping". Our version has one more - ACC, or active cruise control. It can also be adjusted to suit your driving style.

Special delights in the city are not needed, therefore I choose "Auto". The optional "plug" cruise - the most important city assistant - is not installed in our A4, but there is the usual highway cruise. But, as I have said more than once, I do not really trust the entire possible arsenal of gas and brake control systems according to my own understanding. And driving the Audi A4 is much more enjoyable in the traditional way. We translate the T-shaped automatic transmission selector, similar in shape to that on a pleasure yacht, to position D. And let's go!

The solid 370 Nm of torque available at 1,600 rpm instills confidence. You just slightly press the accelerator - and from the first seconds you understand that the engine will be enough for you in any situation. And at the same time, Audi is behaving very intelligently for white collars.

A powerful and smooth start is obtained in any mode. But it is not accompanied by jerks, wheel slippage and other attributes of deliberate sportiness, which are hardly suitable for such a car - not the RS version. For all my skepticism about the DSG, the current generation cannot be reproached for jerking both when switching up and down. Fast, smooth and very imperceptible ...

Curb weight:

At the same time, I am aware that the turbine regularly performs its duties in almost the entire speed range. But you can hear it only for a few seconds with a sharp gas to the floor, which, by and large, is not needed. After all, 5.8 s to hundreds is very fast for a sedan with a curb weight of 1,585 kg.

If you do not force the "kopeck piece", the acceleration will last six or seven seconds, which is also great. But with what comfort! And the fuel consumption is completely atypical for such a powerful engine: a little more than ten liters per hundred in the city and about seven when driving on the highway.

It remains for me only to barely noticeable for others to move the steering wheel. In terms of configuration, it is almost the same as in Q7, but the sensations are somewhat different. Not many cars of this class are able to pass arcs in this way - with curvature accuracy and the absence of attempts to change the trajectory even by a millimeter.

When and how the four-wheel drive turns on - it is impossible to determine, even damping the voice of the optional Bang & Olufsen acoustics with a 3D effect and listening to the work of the metal core of the "four". It is useless and pointless. Rear axle connection time - 200 ms. It connects with any hint of front axle slipping, its slipping or other factors that can divert the car from the course ... In whatever style you were driving. And it should also turn on when the minus is overboard ... This is a real blessing for us!

Revised multi-link controls make the A4 even more comfortable. What speed bumps are there and once again the asphalt gnawed out on the Moscow Ring Road! But it is better not to fly into the pits: regardless of the setting of the adaptive shock absorbers, the suspension does not like them and hardly evens them. Even at a speed of 10 km / h, the asphalt sawn in the yard to a width of 20 cm perceptibly shakes the car. Well, this is also a payback for 18-inch wheels ...

The joy machine is the price of sorrow ...

If not for all the paid options, the prices for which are in the tens of thousands of rubles, the test of the new A4 would be much shorter. Roughly like a list of basic new equipment, but only with comments on road behavior, convenience and comfort.

Audi A4 2.0 TFSI Quattro

Brief technical characteristics:

Dimensions (L / W / H), mm: 4 726 x 1 842 x 1 427 Maximum engine power: 249 hp Transmission: 7-speed, robotic Maximum speed: 250 km / h Acceleration 0-100 km / h: 5.8 s Drive: full

So, with the most powerful engine and a cool brand new transmission, not so many innovations will enter the base price of the Audi A4 2.0 TFSI Quattro 2 639 000 rubles. For example, sports seats will be upholstered in System fabric, while a free fabric / leather combo will require another 128,736 for the S-line sports package ...

And so on for almost every item in the configurator. It will not be a big deal to collect "special stages" for another half a million rubles in passing. So brevity, so close to my heart, with a powerful engine and modern all-wheel drive, turns out to be very expensive.

You will love the Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro if:

• You need a personal status sedan;
• You don't like explosive cars;
• The quattro drive is the benchmark for you.

You will not like the Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro if:

• You were counting on a full-fledged family sedan;
• You need an avant-garde design;
• You have taken a close look at the configurator.

Volkswagen-Audi EA113 2.0 TFSI engine

Characteristics of the EA113 engine

Production	Plant Audi Hungaria Motor Kft. in Gyor
Engine brand	EA113
Years of release	2004-2014
Cylinder block material	cast iron
Supply system	direct injection
Type of	inline
Number of cylinders	4
Valves per cylinder	4
Piston stroke, mm	92.8
Cylinder diameter, mm	82.5
Compression ratio	10.5
Engine displacement, cubic cm	1984
Engine power, hp / rpm	170-271/4300-6000
Torque, Nm / rpm	280-350/1800-5000
Fuel	98 95 (lower power)
Environmental standards	Euro 4 Euro 5
Engine weight, kg	~152
Fuel consumption, l / 100 km - town - track - mixed.	12.6 6 .6 8.8
Oil consumption, gr. / 1000 km	up to 500
Engine oil	5W-30 5W-40
How much oil is in the engine	4.6
When replacing pouring, l	~4.0
Oil change is being carried out, km	15000 (better than 7500)
Engine operating temperature, deg.	~90
Engine resource, thousand km - according to the plant - on practice	- ~300
Tuning, h.p. - potential - without loss of resource	400+ ~250
The engine was installed	Audi A3 Audi A4 Audi a6 Audi TT / TTS Seat altea Seat exeo Seat leon Seat toledo Skoda Octavia vRS Volkswagen jetta Volkswagen Golf V GTI / VI GTI 35 Ed./ R Volkswagen passat Volkswagen Polo R

Engine reliability, problems and repair Volkswagen-Audi EA113 2.0 TFSI

The two-liter engine of the EA113 TFSI series was released in 2004 and was developed on the basis of an atmospheric engine with direct fuel injection VW 2.0 FSI - AXW. The main difference between the two engines is not difficult to guess from the first letter added - the new engine is turbocharged. This is not the only difference, for high power the power unit must be properly prepared, in TFSI, instead of an aluminum cylinder block, a cast-iron one is used with modified counterbalancing mechanism with two balancer shafts, used another crankshaft with thick thrust lugs, pistons modified for a reduced compression ratio on reinforced connecting rods. All this is covered with a modified 16-valve twin-shaft cylinder head with new camshafts, valves, reinforced springs, with modified intake ports and other improvements. The 2.0 TFSI engine is equipped with hydraulic lifters,phase shifter on the intake shaft, direct fuel injection, inthe timing drive uses a belt with a service life of ~ 90,000 km; if the belt breaks, the 2.0 TFSI engine bends the valve.
A small BorgWarner K03 turbine (pressure up to 0.9 bar) is blowing into the motor, which provides a flat torque shelf already from 1800 rpm. More powerful versions are equipped with a more efficient turbine - KKK K04.
Controls all Bosch Motronic MED 9.1 ECUs.

Modifications to the VW-Audi 2.0 TFSI engine

1. AXX - the first version of the engine, power 200 hp. at 6000 rpm, torque 280 Nm at 1700-5000 rpm. The engine was installed on Audi A3, VW Golf 5 GTI, VW Jetta and Volkswagen Passat B6.
2. BWE - analogue of AXX, but for all-wheel drive Audi A4 and SEAT Exeo.
3. BPY is an analogue of AXX, but for North America, under the environmental standard ULEV 2.
4. BUL - 220 hp version for Audi A4 DTM Edition.
5. CDLJ - motor for Polo R WRC.
6. BPJ - the weakest version of the 2.0 TFSI, with a capacity of 170 hp. Installed on the Audi A6.
7. BWA - similar to AXX, but with newer pistons, power is equal to 200 hp. at 6000 rpm, torque 280 Nm at 1700-5000 rpm. There is a motor on Audi A3, Audi TT, Seat Altea,Seat Leon FR, Seat Toledo, Skoda Octavia RS, VW Jetta, VW Passat B6, Volkswagen Eos.
8. BYD - a reinforced block was used, reinforced connecting rods, the compression ratio was reduced to 9.8, more efficient injectors and a pump, a new head, other camshafts, a KKK K04 turbine (boost pressure up to 1.2 bar), another intercooler, 230 hp. at 5500 rpm, torque 300 Nm at 2250-5200 rpm. Installed on Volkswagen Golf 5 GTI Edition 30 and Pirelli Edition.
9. CDLG - BYD adapted for WV Golf 6 GTI Edition 35. Power 235 hp. at 5500 rpm, torque 300 Nm at 2200-5200 rpm.
10. BWJ - similar to BYD, but with a different intercooler, power increased to 241 hp. at 6000 rpm, torque 300 Nm at 2200-5500 rpm. There is an engine on the Seat Leon Cupra.
11. CDLF, CDLC, CDLA, CDLB, CDLD, CDLH, CDLK - BYD analogues with a different intake (old manifold), different intercooler and intake camshaft, power 256-271 hp, depending on settings. Installed on Audi S3, Audi TTS, Seat Leon Cupra R, Volkswagen Golf R, Volkswagen Scirocco R, Audi A1.
12. BHZ - 265 hp version for Audi S3. Differs in nozzles, candles, intake, air filter box.

VW-Audi 2.0 TFSI engine problems and malfunctions

1. Zhor of oil. On cars with more than average mileage, there may be an increased oil consumption (oil burner), this issue is solved by replacing the VKG (crankcase ventilation) valve or, if necessary, by replacing the valve stem seals and rings.
2. Knock. Diesel. The reason is a worn camshaft chain tensioner, replacing it will help solve the problem.
3. Does not drive at high revs. The reason is the wear of the injection pump pusher; the issue of its replacement is being resolved. Its service life is about 40 thousand km, it is necessary to monitor the condition every 15-20 thousand km.
4. Dips in acceleration, loss of power. The problem lies in the N249 bypass valve and is solved by replacing it.
5. Will not start after refueling. The problem is in the fuel tank vent valve, replacing it will solve everything. The problem is relevant for American cars.

In addition, ignition coils do not last long, the intake manifold periodically gets dirty and the intake manifold motor fails, similar problems are solved by cleaning the manifold and replacing the motor. The rest of the engine is good, cheerful, loves high-quality gasoline and oil. If available, it produces 200 hp. and rides pretty well.
Over time, this engine was replaced by another 2.0-liter turbo engine from the EA888 series.

Volkswagen-Audi 2.0 TFSI engine tuning

Chip tuning

Tuning TFSI engines is quite simple (if you have money), in order to increase the engine power to 250-260 hp, you just need to go to a tuning office and flash into Stage 1. If this power is not enough, then you should install an intercooler, 3 ″ release pipe, cold intake, more efficient injection pump and flash, this will raise the output to 280-290 hp. A further increase in power can be continued with the help of the new K04 turbine and injectors from the Audi S3, such configurations give ~ 350 hp. It is not so profitable to squeeze juices from a 2-liter motor further, the price / hp ratio. decreases markedly.

Audi cars are one of the most coveted aftermarket vehicles. There are several reasons for this interest: the high durability of many models, pleasant finish, good equipment and excellent technical data. But, choosing a used "car with rings", you should be careful.

First, low prices are often a harbinger of twisted mileage or hidden defects. Second, parts and repairs are often expensive. Even if nothing breaks, maintenance costs will be high. At the same time, with the increase in the class of Audi, the cost of ownership rises like an avalanche.

While the Audi A3 is not yet so expensive to maintain, the Audi A6 may be overwhelming. It's all about more sophisticated suspension, electronics and a tightly packed engine compartment.

Both gasoline and diesel engines can generate unexpectedly high costs. The breakthrough among gasoline units occurred in 2007. Then 1.4, 1.8 and 2.0 TFSI got under the hood of Audi. At the same time, numerous troubles rained down: the timing drive was out of order, oil was consumed, pistons were destroyed. The V6 went bad a little earlier when the fast and robust 2.4 was replaced by the 2.4 FSI.

The story in the diesel branch is no less complicated. An example of this is the successful 1.9 TDI and the failed 2.5 V6 TDI (the latest versions of which, for example, BAU, have already been practically eliminated from the drawback). Then came the unfortunate 2.0 TDI PD with unit injectors and the decent 3.0 TDI V6. Later, the 2.0 TDI PD was replaced by an improved 2.0 TDI CR with a common rail injection system.

Petrol engines

1.6 8V - low maintenance

You should not expect good dynamics and economy from a 1.6-liter gasoline aspirated engine. However, the Audi A3 with 1.6 8V is the cheapest Audi to maintain. Those who like dynamic driving should stay away from cars with such an engine.

This engine can be found under the hood of the Audi A3 (1st and 2nd generation) and A4 (B5 and B6). It was also widely used in other VW Group vehicles. Moderately decently rides only the first A3, which weighs a little over a ton. A4 B6 is too heavy for 1.6. The disadvantages include fuel consumption. 9 liters per 100 km seems disproportionately large for mediocre dynamics.

However, in the era of sophisticated motors, it is the only unit that guarantees low operating costs. Among the typical malfunctions, one can only note failing ignition coils and contamination of the throttle valve. Nothing expensive. Replacing the timing belt? Installation of gas equipment? It can't be cheaper, especially when compared with engines with direct injection and a timing chain drive.

The motor uses an aluminum body and head. The crankshaft is supported by five bearings, and multi-point (distributed) injection is responsible for the fuel supply. The camshaft is located in the block head.

Advantages:

Simple construction;

Cheap renovation;

Well tolerates the introduction of HBO;

Low cost of the car.

Disadvantages:

Poor dynamics (overtaking is difficult, especially in the case of A4);

Relatively high fuel consumption.

1.8 Turbo - powerful and reliable

The 1.8-liter turbocharged engine is still noteworthy. It is durable and cheap enough to repair. The possibility of tuning is also appreciated.

The 1.8 T provides decent performance and reasonable fuel consumption. This is one of the first turbo engines to be widely used. It can be found not only in Audi, but also in Volkswagen, Skoda and Seat. The engine has even been used in industry.

The unit has a cast iron block, a forged steel crankshaft and an aluminum block head with 20 valves (3 inlet and 2 outlet per cylinder). A toothed belt is used to drive one camshaft, and the second shaft is connected to the first short chain. KKK turbine without moving blades (constant geometry), and fuel injection is distributed. The dry block weighs about 150 kg.

It soon became clear that the 1.8 Turbo has a lot of potential. Serially, 240 hp was removed from it, and in the process of tuning it can easily withstand a boost of up to 300 hp. Of course, in the case of a tuned unit, you should increase your vigilance, since it may already be driven.

And yet, more often than not, the turbo engine was used not for sports trips. Under normal conditions, a car with such an engine consumes from 9 to 14 liters per 100 km.

With age, a number of shortcomings were revealed (timing and thermostat), but their elimination does not require large expenses.

Advantages:

A good compromise between performance and fuel consumption;

Availability and availability of spare parts;

Wide selection on the market.

Disadvantages:

Several unpleasant typical defects in old cars with high mileage (oil consumption and timing problems).

Application examples:

Audi A3 I (8L);

Audi TT I (8N);

Audi A4 B5, B6 and B7.

2.4 V6 - only up to 2005

Despite the emergence of increasingly powerful inline turbo fours, Audi aficionados continue to favor the naturally aspirated petrol V6, especially in the early versions. Of course, you shouldn't count on low fuel consumption - at least 10 liters per 100 km. The city will have to reckon with even 20 liters. But the trip will seem pleasant.

There should be a clear distinction between two generations of a 2.4-liter engine. They have the same volume and dimensions, but in 2004 there was a modernization. Before the upgrade, the block was cast iron, and the head had 30 valves (5 per cylinder). After that, the block became aluminum, the number of valves decreased to 24, direct injection and a timing chain appeared.

The latest innovations have failed. Due to the direct injection system (FSI), carbon deposits accumulated on the valves after several tens of thousands of kilometers. There were problems with the timing chain tensioner and the small strainer in the lubrication system. Complete ignorance of the noise often resulted in circuit hopping and serious damage. In 2008, Audi eliminated the timing vulnerability, but the engine could not withstand the pressure of the 4-cylinder turbo engines.

Advantages:

Good elasticity;

High reliability (only before upgrade);

Versions with distributed injection easily carry the installation of LPG.

Disadvantages:

The limited sense of installing HBO in the updated version of FSI;

Expensive timing problems (FSI);

Quite high fuel consumption.

Application examples:

Audi A4 II (B6);

Audi A6 C5 and C6.

Diesel Engines

1.9 TDI is durable and economical.

This is the most recognizable diesel engine in recent years. Even an elderly Audi with 1.9 TDI is worth considering - solid construction and inexpensive repairs.

The 1.9 TDI is a legendary engine. It has been produced since 1991 and has been modernized many times. It has found application in many other VW Group vehicles.

The most reliable and cheapest to operate and repair is the 90-strong version with a distribution type injection pump. The engine has a simple design, a constant geometry turbine and a single-mass flywheel.

Yes, small problems do happen sometimes. For example with an EGR valve, an air mass meter and a fuel pump. But for the most part, malfunctions are caused not by constructive miscalculations or poor quality, but by a decent age and high mileage.

In the younger and more powerful versions 1.9 TDI, there are more solutions that can create problems. We are talking about a variable geometry turbine, a dual-mass flywheel, unit injectors and DPF. However, even these versions appear in a more favorable light against the background of diesel engines.

An exception is the 2006-2008 BXE version, which found itself, for example, under the hood of the second generation Audi A3. There are many known cases of cranking the liners after 120-150 thousand km.

Advantages:

Simple construction;

Good endurance;

Low fuel consumption.

Disadvantages:

Many worn-out copies (the engine was installed until 2009, and since 2004 it has been gradually replaced by a 2-liter turbodiesel);

Low work culture: noise and vibration, especially after starting a cold engine.

Application examples:

Audi A3 I (8L) and II (8P);

Audi A4 B6 and B7;

Audi A6 C4 and C5.

2.0 TDI CR - everything is finally good

The 2-liter diesel is the main engine for most Audi models. Since 2007, he began to use the Common Rail injection system.

The design flaws of the 2.0 TDI with unit injectors prompted Volkswagen engineers to thoroughly modernize it. The change in the way we eat is the most important innovation. The pistons were also updated, problems with the oil pump drive were eliminated, a new block head and camshafts were installed. As a result, the durability of the engine was significantly improved, but there were also drawbacks.

When buying an Audi with a 2.0 TDI engine, you should check the history of the car. These were often cheap and economical versions purchased for commercial or corporate garages. They have huge mileage and weren't always well maintained.

Typical faults involve the dual-mass flywheel and turbocharger. Piezoelectric injectors fail here no more often than competitors. Fortunately, they can be refurbished. As part of the service campaign, the manufacturer changed the high-pressure lines.

Advantages:

Good performance with acceptable fuel consumption;

Good durability (especially when compared to the 2.0 TDI PD)

A wide variety of versions.

Disadvantages:

Expensive maintenance (complex design and expensive spare parts);

Significant mileage of many specimens, despite their relatively young age.

Application examples:

Audi A4 III (B8);

Audi A6 III (C6).

3.0 TDI - for the demanding

High performance and dynamics are not the only advantages of the 3.0 TDI. Therefore, many choose it with pleasure, even despite the rather high maintenance costs.

The 3.0-liter turbodiesel was intended to correct Audi's bad reputation for diesel V6s, tarnished by the 2.5 TDI V6. The 3.0 TDI has earned respect not only for its performance, but also for its durability. The block, cylinder head and crank mechanism turned out to be very strong. There are 4 valves and one piezoelectric injector for each cylinder.

The problems are mainly related to the equipment. Most often, they are faced with a timing drive, the cost of replacing which is very expensive. Until 2011, 4 chains were used, and after - two. The drive chain is located on the transmission side. To replace it, you have to remove the engine.

Not spared the shortcomings of the intake manifold flap (repair kits are available for sale) and DPF. The engine is constantly being improved, and in later versions, malfunctions are much less common.

Advantages:

High work culture;

Good performance;

Low fuel consumption;

Good service life for many engine parts.

Disadvantages:

Expensive in troubleshooting timing, intake manifold and DPF;

Many examples on the market have high mileage and dubious technical condition.

Application examples:

Audi A5 I (8T / 8F);

Audi Q7 I (4L);

Audi A8 II (D3).

A risky choice!

Audi's range contains engines that are great in theory but painfully disappointing in practice. In particular, mention should be made of the first generation 1.4 TFSI with a problematic timing chain drive. A more reliable version with a timing belt drive is currently used.

The engines of 1.8 and 2.0 TFSI with the code designation "EA888" seduce with their high efficiency. However, they suffer from high engine oil consumption. There are also problems with the turbine, camshafts and electronics.

There are also black sheep among diesel units. For example, the Audi A2 was equipped with a 1.4 TDI with unit injectors. The problem lies in the appearance of crankshaft play, the elimination of which is not economically feasible. The 2.0 TDI PD is known for its cracked block head and poor equipment durability. The 2.5 TDI V6 is plagued by numerous timing mistakes, as well as with a lubrication and power supply system.

Conclusion

Once upon a time, buying an Audi was easier - the engines ensured smooth operation. Currently, you need to pay attention to the version. Along with really successful motors, those for which the designers should be ashamed were also used. At the same time, even a fairly reliable modern engine will be expensive to maintain and maintain.

2.0 FSI (Fuel Stratified Injection) engines are not unique in their kind, however, they are more common on the market. Mitsubishi was the first to introduce such an engine in 1997 - the 1.8 GDI.

In theory, the 2.0 FSI engine is economical and environmentally friendly. It is characterized as being much more efficient than conventional injection motors. There are many advantages.

It must be admitted that if everything works as it should, then a car with 2.0 FSI and TFSI will appeal to many. You can count on an excellent performance-to-fuel ratio. For example, the Audi A3 2.0 FSI consumes on average about 7.5-8 l / 100 km, and the 200-horsepower version only 2 liters more.

Perhaps that is why Volkswagen decided to develop turbocharged engine modifications, and the FSI was withdrawn from sale. As a result, the TFSI has come under the hood of many VW models and is now the main engine for powerful compacts, small sports cars and mid-range and higher-end vehicles. If the 2.0 FSI was presented in only one boost option - 150 hp, then the TFSI received several variations - from 170 to 272 hp.

Unfortunately, the 2-liter direct injection unit has a number of costly problems. In naturally aspirated versions, after 90-140 thousand km, carbon deposits appear on the intake valves - carbon deposits. There are problems with camshafts and engine sensors. In addition, minor engine interruptions are sufficient for the "Check Engine" message to appear.

In the case of a turbo engine, one should be wary of problems with the turbocharger and high oil consumption (sometimes it takes up to 1 liter per 2000 km). In addition, there have been cases of carbon deposits on the intake valve and failure of sensors (for example, a knock sensor).

Carbon deposits on valves

Symptoms: Rough and rough operation, reduced power.

Repair: The problem mainly affects early versions of FSI. Later the software was changed. Carbon deposits are removed in several ways: with special cleaning agents or mechanically.

Oil consumption

Symptoms: rapid drop in oil level, catalyst damage.

Repair: the problem is well known to authorized dealers. Excessive oil consumption mainly concerns the 200-horsepower version of the initial production period and the later 211-horse power unit. There is only one solution - an overhaul of the engine.

Technique

The 2-liter direct injection engine is a modern design. In addition to a special injection system, this engine has pistons and a 16-valve head made of aluminum alloy, an intake manifold with air flow control valves, and a variable valve timing system.

The timing belt is responsible for the timing belt, but in some versions of the TFSI - the chain (since 2008 - CAWA, CAWB, CCTA, CCZA and CCZC). The injection system uses a high pressure pump and an EGR valve. The TFSI engine is constantly evolving, and the current flagship version of the engine has a power of 272 hp.

Technical data 2.0 FSI / TFSI

Part 1

Options	2.0 FSI	2.0 TFSI	2.0 TFSI *	2.0 TFSI	2.0 TFSI	2.0 TFSI **
Years of release	2004-09	2005-10	since 2008.	since 2004.	since 2008.	2005-07
Engine type, number of valves	petrol, R4 / 16	turbo, R4 / 16	turbo, R4 / 16	turbo, R4 / 16	turbo, R4 / 16	turbo, R4 / 16
Working volume	1984	1984	1984	1984	1984	1984
Compression ratio	11.5: 1	10.3: 1	9.6: 1	10.5: 1	9.6: 1	10.5: 1
Timing type	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC
Max. power (kW / hp / rpm)	110/150/6000	125/170/4300	132/180/4000	147/200/5100	155/211/4300	162/220/5900
Max. torque (Nm / rpm)	200/3500	280/1800	320/1500	280/1800	350/1500	300/2200

Note: * The engine can be powered by bioethanol; ** Variant fitted in Audi A4 8E series (DTM version).

Part 2

Options	2.0 TFSI ***	2,0 TFSI ****	2.0 TFSI *****	2.0 TFSI	2.0 TFSI ******
Years of release	2007-08	2011-12	2007-13	since 2008.	since 2008.
Engine type, number of valves	turbo, R4 / 16	turbo, R4 / 16	turbo, R4 / 16	turbo, R4 / 16	turbo, R4 / 16
Working volume	1984	1984	1984	1984	1984
Compression ratio	10.3: 1	9.8 1	9.8 1	9.8 1	9.8 1
Timing type	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC
Max. power (kW / hp / rpm)	169/230/5500	173/235/5500	177/240/5700	195/265/6000	200/272/6000
Max. torque (Nm / rpm)	300/2200	300/2200	300/2200	350/2500	350/2500

Note: *** Only on Golf V GTI Edition limited edition of 30; **** Only in Golf VI GTI Edition, limited edition of 35; ***** The Leon Cuprze; ****** In Golf R - the manufacturer indicates the power of 271 hp.

Spare parts cost ($) *

Details	Dealer	Analogs
oil filter / air	9/25	from 7/20
spark plug
turbocharger	1100	from 800
thermostat
water pump
coils (pcs.)
dual-mass flywheel

* For 2.0 TFSI / 200 HP (2006).

Application

Engines are most widely used in the following vehicles:

Audi A3 (2003-2012), Skoda Octavia II (2004-2013), Audi A5 (since 2008), Volkswagen Golf (2003-2008), Seat Leon (2005-2012), Volkswagen Passat (2006-2010).