Carsieve Audi A3 8V facelift 2.0 TDI, 150 PS, 6-speed dual-clutch (2016–2018)
- Power
- 150 PS (110 kW)
- Engine codes
- DCY, DFG
- Gearbox
- 6-speed dual-clutch
- Production years
- 2016–2018
- Running cost per month
- €425
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €15,990
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Audi A3 8V (2012-2020): known problems and buying guide
Check oil use on 1.2 and 1.4 TFSI, the quattro coupling pump and S tronic judder before you buy.
- Engine guide VW 2.0 TDI (EA288) diesel: problems, costs and what to check
Coolant leaks, EGR and AdBlue faults are the main risks. Buy with a cold-start check, a coolant pressure test and a full scan.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry S tronic judder and clutch wear | 7-speed dry S tronic (DQ200) | About 60,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Rear brakes worn or rusted | All | Not stated | Not stated | Generation guide |
| Infotainment MMI faults | Early cars | Not stated | Not stated | Generation guide |
| EGR cooler and valve faults | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 80,000-240,000 km | 150-1,300 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Water pump failure | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 80,000-150,000 km | 300-1,200 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Intake manifold coolant leak | Passat B8, Tiguan II and other EA288 cars | 100,000-200,000 km | 600-1,400 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| AdBlue and NOx sensor faults | EA288 with SCR, from about 2018 | 80,000-120,000 km | 400-1,200 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| DPF clogging | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 60,000-180,000 km | 150-1,800 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Turbocharger failure | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 150,000-250,000 km | 900-2,000 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Oil pump drive failure | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 150,000-250,000 km | 300-600 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- On a 7-speed dry S tronic, test pull-away from a stop and in traffic. Bad result: judder or jerks. Ask for clutch history.
- Look at the rear discs and backing plates for rust, and ask about brake wear at the last inspection. Bad result: heavy rust or worn brakes.
- Test the infotainment system on the test drive and ask whether the software update was done. Bad result: faults that return after the update.
- Check by VIN that the front seat belt recall was done. Bad result: the campaign is still open.
From the engine guide
- Turbo (needs a scanner). Read boost faults and check the vanes. Bad: power loss, whistle or smoke.
- DPF (needs a scanner). Read soot and ash loading. Bad: frequent regeneration or high oil level.
- Intake manifold (pressure test). Pressure-test the cooling system. Bad: coolant loss with no puddle, worse under load.
- EGR cooler (pressure test). Cap the cooler hoses and repeat the test. Bad: it holds only with the cooler bypassed.
- AdBlue and NOx (needs a scanner). Read NOx sensor and dosing faults. Bad: an emissions warning, a restart countdown or crystallised AdBlue.
- Water pump and heater. Start cold; heater must blow hot. Bad: weak heat, wandering gauge, dried coolant.
- Oil pump drive (needs a scanner). Listen for a rattle at idle and check for oil-pressure codes. Bad: a red oil-pressure warning.
- Belt and pump invoices. Ask for dated belt, pump and thermostat invoices. No record means budget for a belt job.
- Recall check. Enter the VIN in the official recall check. Bad: an open 23Z7 campaign on a T6.
Running costs
| Operational | €146 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €121 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €158 |
| Total per month | €425 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €83 |
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
- 268
- 25th percentile
- €13,900
- Median price
- €15,990
- 75th percentile
- €17,900
- Median mileage
- 140,451 km
- Median first registration
- 2018
- Dealer share
- 60.8%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | – | – |
| 2020 | 45 | €17,400 | 123,000 km |
| 2019 | 75 | €16,500 | 125,000 km |
| 2018 | 58 | €16,558 | 129,902 km |
| 2017 | 53 | €15,450 | 155,000 km |
| 2016 | 35 | €12,490 | 195,000 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 | 268 | €15,990 | €13,900 – €17,900 | 140,451 km |
| Oct 2026 | 268 | €15,990 | €13,900 – €17,900 | 140,451 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 9 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 2.0 TDI S tronic | 150 PS | Hatchback | 3 | 2016–2017 | €417 |
| A3 2.0 TDI sport S tronic | 150 PS | Hatchback | 3 | 2016–2017 | €425 |
| A3 2.0 TDI design S tronic | 150 PS | Hatchback | 3 | 2016–2017 | €425 |
| A3 Limousine 2.0 TDI S tronic | 150 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2016–2018 | €432 |
| A3 Limousine 2.0 TDI sport S tronic | 150 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2016–2018 | €440 |
| A3 Limousine 2.0 TDI design S tronic | 150 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2016–2018 | €440 |
| A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI S tronic | 150 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2016–2018 | €414 |
| A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI sport S tronic | 150 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2016–2018 | €422 |
| A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI design S tronic | 150 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2016–2018 | €422 |