Carsieve Audi A3 8Y Limousine 35 TDI, 150 PS, 6-speed manual (2021–2024)
- Power
- 150 PS (110 kW)
- Engine codes
- DSR
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
- Production years
- 2021–2024
- Running cost per month
- €448
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €22,000
- 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 | €152 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €128 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €168 |
| Total per month | €448 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €105 |
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
- 77
- 25th percentile
- €19,945
- Median price
- €22,000
- 75th percentile
- €23,878
- Median mileage
- 87,500 km
- Median first registration
- 2022
- Dealer share
- 93.5%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4 | – | – |
| 2023 | 27 | €22,690 | 79,310 km |
| 2022 | 30 | €21,500 | 92,500 km |
| 2021 | 11 | €22,000 | 95,240 km |
| 2020 | 5 | €18,900 | 54,000 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 | 77 | €22,000 | €19,945 – €23,878 | 87,500 km |
| Oct 2026 | 77 | €22,000 | €19,945 – €23,878 | 87,500 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 35 TDI | 150 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2021–2024 | €448 |
| A3 Limousine 35 TDI advanced | 150 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2021–2024 | €455 |
| A3 Limousine 35 TDI S line | 150 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2021–2024 | €452 |
| A3 Limousine 35 TDI edition one | 150 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2021 | €464 |
| A3 Sportback 35 TDI | 150 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2021–2024 | €435 |
| A3 Sportback 35 TDI advanced | 150 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2021–2024 | €442 |
| A3 Sportback 35 TDI S line | 150 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2021–2024 | €442 |
| A3 Sportback 35 TDI edition one | 150 PS | Hatchback | 5 | 2021 | €451 |