Carsieve Audi A3 8P facelift 2 1.8 TFSI, 160 PS, 6-speed manual (2008–2012)
- Power
- 160 PS (118 kW)
- Engine codes
- CDA
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
- Production years
- 2008–2012
- Running cost per month
- €418
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Median price
- €5,590
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Audi A3 8P (2003-2012): known problems and buying guide
Check the coolant and oil use first. Then the cylinder heads, timing chains, DQ200 clutch and EGR valves.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil use and chain wear on EA888 petrols | 1.8 and 2.0 TFSI | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Brake hoses and springs | All | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- After a test drive, check the oil level. If oil use is high, ask for proof of an engine overhaul with revised pistons.
- Look at the brake hoses for porous spots, and check the springs. Porous hoses are reported from about 5 to 11 years old.
- Ask whether the ABS and ESP recall work was done on cars built May 2008 to May 2009.
Running costs
| Operational | €208 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €96 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €114 |
| Total per month | €418 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €57 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 158
- 25th percentile
- €4,000
- Median price
- €5,590
- 75th percentile
- €6,999
- Median mileage
- 167,227 km
- Median first registration
- 2009
- Dealer share
- 38.6%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 | – | – |
| 2013 | 2 | – | – |
| 2012 | 16 | €7,750 | 130,000 km |
| 2011 | 22 | €6,700 | 163,700 km |
| 2010 | 31 | €6,190 | 159,500 km |
| 2009 | 55 | €5,100 | 172,402 km |
| 2008 | 31 | €3,999 | 197,000 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 158 | €5,590 | €4,000 – €6,999 | 167,227 km |
| Oct 2026 | 158 | €5,590 | €4,000 – €6,999 | 167,227 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 12 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 1.8 TFSI Attraction | 160 PS | 3 | 2008 | €420 |
| A3 1.8 TFSI Ambiente | 160 PS | 3 | 2008 | €420 |
| A3 1.8 TFSI Ambition | 160 PS | 3 | 2008 | €425 |
| A3 1.8 TFSI Attraction | 160 PS | 3 | 2008–2012 | €417 |
| A3 1.8 TFSI Ambiente | 160 PS | 3 | 2008–2012 | €417 |
| A3 1.8 TFSI Ambition | 160 PS | 3 | 2008–2012 | €422 |
| A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI Attraction | 160 PS | 5 | 2008 | €420 |
| A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI Ambiente | 160 PS | 5 | 2008 | €420 |
| A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI Ambition | 160 PS | 5 | 2008 | €425 |
| A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI Attraction | 160 PS | 5 | 2008–2012 | €417 |
| A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI Ambiente | 160 PS | 5 | 2008–2012 | €417 |
| A3 Sportback 1.8 TFSI Ambition | 160 PS | 5 | 2008–2012 | €422 |