Audi A4 B9 3.0 TDI, 218 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive (2016–2018)
- Power
- 218 PS (160 kW)
- Engine codes
- CSW
- Gearbox
- 7-speed dual-clutch
- Production years
- 2016–2018
- Running cost per month
- €508
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €15,999
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Audi A4 B9 (2015-2024): known problems and buying guide
Buy with care. Check the 3.0 TDI camshaft and chain, petrol oil use and the suspension before you pay.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timing chain stretch (3.0 TDI) | 3.0 TDI V6 chain drive | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Suspension wear | All, front lower arms first | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Infotainment and phone link faults | Facelift and newer B9 with MMI | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Ask whether the timing chain drive was replaced. A rattle or knock at cold start, or when the load changes, is a warning sign. A chain check needs a workshop, because the engine must be partly stripped.
- Drive over a rough road and listen for knocks from the front and rear axle. Ask for alignment and suspension work records. Inspectors often flag suspension mounts at the German HU (the statutory inspection).
- Pair a phone over Bluetooth and start Apple CarPlay during the test drive. A failed pairing or CarPlay that will not start is a warning sign. A fault memory read needs a scanner.
Running costs
| Operational | €163 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €157 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €188 |
| Total per month | €508 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €107 |
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
- 172
- 25th percentile
- €12,990
- Median price
- €15,999
- 75th percentile
- €19,000
- Median mileage
- 179,621 km
- Median first registration
- 2017
- Dealer share
- 51.7%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 38 | €16,999 | 156,300 km |
| 2017 | 63 | €15,999 | 188,000 km |
| 2016 | 71 | €14,490 | 190,000 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 | 172 | €15,999 | €12,990 – €19,000 | 179,621 km |
| Oct 2026 | 172 | €15,999 | €12,990 – €19,000 | 179,621 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 7 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 3.0 TDI quattro S tronic | 218 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2016–2018 | €511 |
| A4 3.0 TDI design quattro S tronic | 218 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2016–2018 | €511 |
| A4 3.0 TDI sport quattro S tronic | 218 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2016–2018 | €511 |
| A4 Allroad 3.0 TDI quattro S tronic | 218 PS | Estate | 5 | 2016–2018 | €518 |
| A4 Avant 3.0 TDI quattro S tronic | 218 PS | Estate | 5 | 2016–2018 | €506 |
| A4 Avant 3.0 TDI design quattro S tronic | 218 PS | Estate | 5 | 2016–2018 | €506 |
| A4 Avant 3.0 TDI sport quattro S tronic | 218 PS | Estate | 5 | 2016–2018 | €506 |