Carsieve Audi A4 B8 facelift 3.0 TDI, 204 PS, automatic (2012–2015)
- Power
- 204 PS (150 kW)
- Engine codes
- CLA
- Gearbox
- automatic
- Production years
- 2012–2015
- Running cost per month
- €486
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €8,200
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Audi A4 B8 (2007-2015): known problems and buying guide
Check oil use and piston repair proof first, then the timing chain and gearbox.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multitronic sensors and control unit | Multitronic CVT, front-wheel drive | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Diesel EGR valve and DPF | Diesel | About 150,000 km (EGR) | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Water pump and thermostat | Petrol and diesel | 50,000-100,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Suspension wear | All | 70,000-150,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- In a multitronic, jerking or a flashing gear display is a warning sign.
- Ask for proof of EGR cleaning or replacement.
- Ask for the diesel particulate filter (DPF) history. A car used only on short trips may have a clogged filter.
- Check the coolant level and look for coolant under the water pump.
- Listen for knocks over bumps on a rough road.
Running costs
| Operational | €166 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €147 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €173 |
| Total per month | €486 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €90 |
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
- 59
- 25th percentile
- €6,400
- Median price
- €8,200
- 75th percentile
- €9,700
- Median mileage
- 256,553 km
- Median first registration
- 2013
- Dealer share
- 28.8%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3 | – | – |
| 2014 | 16 | €9,200 | 215,000 km |
| 2013 | 19 | €8,200 | 242,000 km |
| 2012 | 21 | €7,900 | 267,080 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 | 59 | €8,200 | €6,400 – €9,700 | 256,553 km |
| Oct 2026 | 59 | €8,200 | €6,400 – €9,700 | 256,553 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 6 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 3.0 TDI Attraction multitronic | 204 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2012–2015 | €500 |
| A4 3.0 TDI Ambiente multitronic | 204 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2012–2015 | €500 |
| A4 3.0 TDI Ambition multitronic | 204 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2012–2015 | €500 |
| A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Attraction multitronic | 204 PS | Estate | 5 | 2012–2015 | €471 |
| A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Ambiente multitronic | 204 PS | Estate | 5 | 2012–2015 | €471 |
| A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Ambition multitronic | 204 PS | Estate | 5 | 2012–2015 | €473 |