Audi A3 (8P, facelift 2008) 1.6 TDI (90 hp)

Diesel engine with 90 hp (66 kW) and 170 lb-ft (230 Nm), built 2009–2012, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. The Audi A3 (8P, facelift 2008) has 8 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power90 hp (66 kW)
Torque170 lb-ft (230 Nm)
0–62 mph12.9 s
Top speed112 mph (180 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.6 TDI (90 hp)
Engine codeCAYB
Displacement1.6 L (1,598 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio16-5
Bore79.5 mm
Stroke80.5 mm
Engine oil capacity5.0 qt (4.7 l)

Performance

Power90 hp (66 kW) @ 4200 rpm
Torque170 lb-ft (230 Nm) @ 1500-2500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)12.9 s
Top speed112 mph (180 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
Highway52 mpg (4.5 l/100 km)
Emission standardEuro 4
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length166.9 in (4,238 mm)
Width69.5 in (1,765 mm)
Height55.9 in (1,421 mm)
Curb weight2,822 lb (1,280 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,057 lb (1,840 kg)
Cargo volume12.4 cu ft (350 l)
Drag coefficient0.33

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires205/55 R16; 225/45 R17
Wheels7.5J x 17; 6.5J x 16
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on an Audi A3 with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Audi A3 (8P, facelift 2008) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.4 TFSI (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.4 TFSI (125 hp) S tronicGasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.6 (102 hp)Gasoline102 hp (75 kW)
1.6 (102 hp) S tronicGasoline102 hp (75 kW)
1.8 TFSI (160 hp)Gasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.8 TFSI (160 hp) S tronicGasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.8 TFSI (160 hp) quattroGasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.9 TDI (105 hp) DPFDiesel105 hp (77 kW)
1.9 TDI (105 hp) S tronic DPFDiesel105 hp (77 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) DPFDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) S tronic DPFDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) quattroDiesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) quattro DPFDiesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TFSI (200 hp)Gasoline200 hp (147 kW)
2.0 TFSI (200 hp) S tronicGasoline200 hp (147 kW)
2.0 TFSI (200 hp) quattro S tronicGasoline200 hp (147 kW)
3.2 V6 (250 hp) quattro S tronicGasoline250 hp (184 kW)
1.2 TFSI (105 hp) S tronic start/stopGasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.2 TFSI (105 hp) start/stopGasoline105 hp (77 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp)Diesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) S tronicDiesel170 hp (125 kW)
1.4 TFSI (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.4 TFSI (125 hp) S tronicGasoline125 hp (92 kW)

← All Audi A3 (8P, facelift 2008) engines

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