Audi A3 (8P) 2.0 TDI (140 hp) DSG, 2005–2008

Diesel engine with 140 hp (103 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 Nm), built 2005–2008, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. The Audi A3 (8P) has 3 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power140 hp (103 kW)
Torque236 lb-ft (320 Nm)
0–62 mph9 s
Top speed129 mph (207 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.0 TDI (140 hp) DSG
Engine codeBKD
Displacement2.0 L (1,968 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio18
Bore81 mm
Stroke95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity4.0 qt (3.8 l)

Performance

Power140 hp (103 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque236 lb-ft (320 Nm) @ 1750-2500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)9 s
Top speed129 mph (207 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
Highway41 mpg (5.7 l/100 km)
Emission standardEuro 4
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length165.9 in (4,214 mm)
Width69.5 in (1,765 mm)
Height55.9 in (1,421 mm)
Curb weight2,998 lb (1,360 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,233 lb (1,920 kg)
Cargo volume12.4 cu ft (350 l)
Drag coefficient0.33

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires205/55 R16
Wheels6.5J 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) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.6 FSI (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
1.6i (102 hp)Gasoline102 hp (75 kW)
1.6i (102 hp) TiptronicGasoline102 hp (75 kW)
1.9 TDI (105 hp)Diesel105 hp (77 kW)
2.0 FSI (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 FSI (150 hp) TiptronicGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp)Diesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) DSGDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) quattroDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TFSI (200 hp) DSGGasoline200 hp (147 kW)
2.0 TFSI (200 hp) quattroGasoline200 hp (147 kW)
3.2i V6 24V (250 hp) quattroGasoline250 hp (184 kW)
3.2i V6 24V (250 hp) quattro DSGGasoline250 hp (184 kW)
1.6 FSI (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
1.6i (102 hp)Gasoline102 hp (75 kW)
1.6i (102 hp) TiptronicGasoline102 hp (75 kW)
1.9 TDI (105 hp)Diesel105 hp (77 kW)
2.0 FSI (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 FSI (150 hp) TiptronicGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp)Diesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) quattroDiesel140 hp (103 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) quattroGasoline200 hp (147 kW)
3.2i V6 24V (250 hp) quattroGasoline250 hp (184 kW)
3.2i V6 24V (250 hp) quattro DSGGasoline250 hp (184 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp)Diesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) DSGDiesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) quattroDiesel170 hp (125 kW)
1.4 TFSI (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 TFSI (160 hp)Gasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.8 TFSI (160 hp) S-TronicGasoline160 hp (118 kW)

← All Audi A3 (8P) engines

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