Carsieve Audi A3 8Y Limousine 30 TDI, 116 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch (2021–2024)
- Power
- 116 PS (85 kW)
- Engine codes
- DTR
- Gearbox
- 7-speed dual-clutch
- Production years
- 2021–2024
- Running cost per month
- €452
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €22,450
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 | €161 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €122 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €169 |
| Total per month | €452 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €98 |
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
- 433
- 25th percentile
- €20,000
- Median price
- €22,450
- 75th percentile
- €23,900
- Median mileage
- 75,941 km
- Median first registration
- 2022
- Dealer share
- 98.4%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 40 | €24,590 | 46,103 km |
| 2023 | 167 | €22,680 | 75,990 km |
| 2022 | 184 | €22,275 | 69,400 km |
| 2021 | 42 | €20,900 | 105,000 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 | 433 | €22,450 | €20,000 – €23,900 | 75,941 km |
| Oct 2026 | 433 | €22,450 | €20,000 – €23,900 | 75,941 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 8 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 Limousine 30 TDI S tronic | 116 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2021–2024 | €449 |
| A3 Limousine 30 TDI advanced S tronic | 116 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2021–2024 | €457 |
| A3 Limousine 30 TDI S line S tronic | 116 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2021–2024 | €457 |
| A3 Limousine 30 TDI edition one S tronic | 116 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2021 | €464 |
| A3 Sportback 30 TDI S tronic | 116 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2021–2024 | €442 |
| A3 Sportback 30 TDI advanced S tronic | 116 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2021–2024 | €450 |
| A3 Sportback 30 TDI S line S tronic | 116 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2021–2024 | €450 |
| A3 Sportback 30 TDI edition one S tronic | 116 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2021 | €460 |