Audi Engine Codes Database

Complete Audi Engines Database (1965–2026)

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Covers Audi petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric powertrains used across UK and European models - from early five-cylinder units to modern EA888 TFSI, EA288 TDI, and e-tron electric systems. Each engine code includes specifications, compatible vehicles, and emissions data, sourced from official Audi AG, Volkswagen Group and EU records.

Engine Variants
Models Covered
of Engineering
Compliance Data

Data sourced from Audi AG ELSA, Volkswagen Group Powertrain Documentation, VCA Type Approval Database, and EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007.

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Engine CodeFuel TypeSeries
Petrol10
Diesel1b
Petrol1t
Diesel1y
Diesel1z
Petrol21
Diesel2b
Petrol6a
Petrol7a
Petrol8910
Petrol8920
Petrol8921
PetrolAAD-Series
DieselAAH-Series
PetrolAAS-Series
DieselAAZ-Series
PetrolABC-Series
PetrolABH-Series
PetrolABK-Series
DieselABM-Series
PetrolABT-Series
PetrolABY-Series
PetrolABZ-Series
DieselACE-Series
PetrolACK-Series
PetrolADA-Series
PetrolADP-Series
DieselADR-Series
DieselADU-Series
PetrolAEB-Series
PetrolAEC-Series
PetrolAEH-Series
PetrolAEL-Series
DieselAEM-Series
PetrolAEW-Series
PetrolAFB-Series
PetrolAFC-Series
PetrolAFF-Series
DieselAFN-Series
PetrolAGA-Series
PetrolAGB-Series
PetrolAGN-Series
PetrolAGR-Series
PetrolAGU-Series
DieselAHA-Series
PetrolAHC-Series
PetrolAHF-Series
PetrolAHH-Series
PetrolAHK-Series
PetrolAHL-Series
DieselAHU-Series
PetrolAJG-Series
DieselAJK-Series
DieselAJL-Series
PetrolAJM-Series
PetrolAJP-Series
PetrolAJQ-Series
DieselAKC-Series
PetrolAKE-Series
PetrolAKF-Series
PetrolAKG-Series
PetrolAKH-Series
PetrolAKJ-Series
PetrolAKL-Series
PetrolAKN-Series
DieselALF-Series
DieselALG-Series
DieselALH-Series
PetrolALT-Series
PetrolALW-Series
PetrolALZ-Series
PetrolAMF-Series
PetrolAMK-Series
PetrolAML-Series
PetrolAMM-Series
PetrolAMX-Series
PetrolANA-Series
PetrolANB-Series
PetrolANK-Series
PetrolANY-Series
PetrolAPF-Series
PetrolAPG-Series
DieselAPP-Series
PetrolAPR-Series
PetrolAPS-Series
PetrolAPT-Series
PetrolAPU-Series
PetrolAPX-Series
DieselAPY-Series
DieselAPZ-Series
DieselAQA-Series
DieselAQD-Series
PetrolAQE-Series
PetrolAQF-Series
PetrolAQG-Series
PetrolAQH-Series
PetrolAQJ-Series
PetrolARE-Series
PetrolARG-Series
PetrolARH-Series
PetrolARJ-Series
PetrolARK-Series
PetrolARM-Series
PetrolARN-Series
PetrolARS-Series
PetrolART-Series
PetrolARU-Series
PetrolARX-Series
PetrolARY-Series
PetrolARZ-Series
PetrolASB-Series
PetrolASE-Series
PetrolASG-Series
PetrolASJ-Series
PetrolASM-Series
PetrolASN-Series
PetrolASV-Series
PetrolASZ-Series
PetrolATC-Series
PetrolATD-Series
PetrolATJ-Series
PetrolATL-Series
PetrolATQ-Series
PetrolATW-Series
PetrolAUA-Series
PetrolAUK-Series
PetrolAUM-Series
PetrolAUQ-Series
PetrolAUW-Series
PetrolAUX-Series
PetrolAVB-Series
PetrolAVF-Series
PetrolAVG-Series
PetrolAVJ-Series
PetrolAVP-Series
PetrolAVU-Series
PetrolAVV-Series
PetrolAWA-Series
DieselAWN-Series
DieselAWT-Series
DieselAWX-Series
PetrolAXR-Series
PetrolAYM-Series
PetrolAYS-Series
PetrolAZA-Series
PetrolAZB-Series
PetrolAZC-Series
DieselAZR-Series
DieselAZV-Series
PetrolBAD-Series
PetrolBAM-Series
PetrolBAR-Series
DieselBAS-Series
DieselBAT-Series
DieselBAU-Series
PetrolBBD-Series
PetrolBBJ-Series
PetrolBBK-Series
DieselBBY-Series
DieselBCS-Series
DieselBCY-Series
DieselBCZ-Series
PetrolBDG-Series
PetrolBDH-Series
DieselBDV-Series
DieselBDW-Series
DieselBDX-Series
PetrolBEA-Series
DieselBES-Series
PetrolBEX-Series
PetrolBFB-Series
PetrolBFC-Series
PetrolBFL-Series
PetrolBFM-Series
DieselBFQ-Series
DieselBFV-Series
PetrolBGB-Series
PetrolBHC-Series
PetrolBHE-Series
PetrolBHF-Series
PetrolBHK-Series
PetrolBHT-Series
DieselBHZ-Series
DieselBKE-Series
DieselBKH-Series
DieselBKN-Series
PetrolBLB-Series
PetrolBLS-Series
DieselBMK-Series
PetrolBNA-Series
PetrolBNG-Series
PetrolBNK-Series
PetrolBNS-Series
PetrolBPG-Series
DieselBPJ-Series
DieselBPK-Series
DieselBPP-Series
DieselBPW-Series
DieselBRB-Series
DieselBRC-Series
DieselBRD-Series
DieselBRE-Series
DieselBRF-Series
DieselBRV-Series
DieselBSE-Series
DieselBSG-Series
DieselBSM-Series
DieselBTR-Series
PetrolBUB-Series
PetrolBUG-Series
PetrolBUH-Series
PetrolBUJ-Series
PetrolBUL-Series
PetrolBUN-Series
PetrolBUY-Series
PetrolBVA-Series
DieselBVF-Series
DieselBVG-Series
DieselBVJ-Series
DieselBVN-Series
DieselBVP-Series
DieselBVR-Series
PetrolBWA-Series
PetrolBWE-Series
PetrolBWT-Series
PetrolBXA-Series
DieselBYH-Series
DieselBYK-Series
DieselBZB-Series
DieselBZC-Series
PetrolCABA-Series
PetrolCABB-Series
DieselCABD-Series
PetrolCAEA-Series
PetrolCAEB-Series
PetrolCAGA-Series
PetrolCAGB-Series
PetrolCAGC-Series
PetrolCAHA-Series
PetrolCAHB-Series
PetrolCAJA-Series
PetrolCAKA-Series
PetrolCALA-Series
PetrolCALB-Series
PetrolCAMA-Series
PetrolCAMB-Series
PetrolCANA-Series
PetrolCANB-Series
PetrolCANC-Series
PetrolCAND-Series
PetrolCAPA-Series
PetrolCASA-Series
PetrolCASB-Series
PetrolCAUA-Series
DieselCAVD-Series
DieselCAWB-Series
PetrolCAXA-Series
PetrolCAXC-Series
DieselCAYB-Series
DieselCAYC-Series
PetrolCBAA-Series
PetrolCBAB-Series
DieselCBBB-Series
DieselCBRA-Series
DieselCBZA-Series
DieselCBZB-Series
PetrolCCBA-Series
DieselCCDA-Series
PetrolCCEA-Series
PetrolCCFA-Series
PetrolCCFC-Series
PetrolCCGA-Series
PetrolCCLA-Series
PetrolCCMA-Series
PetrolCCTA-Series
DieselCCWA-Series
DieselCCWB-Series
DieselCCZA-Series
DieselCCZC-Series
PetrolCDAA-Series
PetrolCDBA-Series
DieselCDFA-Series
PetrolCDHA-Series
PetrolCDHB-Series
DieselCDLA-Series
DieselCDLB-Series
DieselCDLC-Series
DieselCDLH-Series
DieselCDNB-Series
DieselCDNC-Series
DieselCDSB-Series
DieselCDTA-Series
DieselCDTB-Series
DieselCDTC-Series
DieselCDUC-Series
DieselCDUD-Series
DieselCDYA-Series
DieselCDYB-Series
DieselCDYD-Series
PetrolCEJA-Series
DieselCEPA-Series
DieselCEPB-Series
DieselCESA-Series
PetrolCETA-Series
PetrolCEUA-Series
PetrolCEUC-Series
PetrolCFFA-Series
PetrolCFFB-Series
DieselCFGB-Series
DieselCFGC-Series
DieselCFGD-Series
DieselCFHB-Series
DieselCFHD-Series
PetrolCFKA-Series
DieselCFSA-Series
PetrolCGKA-Series
PetrolCGKB-Series
PetrolCGLB-Series
PetrolCGLC-Series
PetrolCGLD-Series
PetrolCGLE-Series
DieselCGQB-Series
DieselCGTA-Series
DieselCGWA-Series
DieselCGWB-Series
DieselCGWC-Series
DieselCGWD-Series
DieselCGXA-Series
DieselCGXB-Series
DieselCGXC-Series
PetrolCHHC-Series
PetrolCHMA-Series
PetrolCHMB-Series
PetrolCHPB-Series
PetrolCHVA-Series
DieselCHZB-Series
DieselCHZD-Series
DieselCHZE-Series
DieselCHZJ-Series
PetrolCJCA-Series
PetrolCJCB-Series
PetrolCJCC-Series
PetrolCJCD-Series
DieselCJEB-Series
DieselCJED-Series
DieselCJEE-Series
PetrolCJGA-Series
PetrolCJGC-Series
PetrolCJGD-Series
PetrolCJMA-Series
PetrolCJSA-Series
PetrolCJSB-Series
PetrolCJTB-Series
PetrolCJTC-Series
PetrolCJVA-Series
DieselCJWB-Series
DieselCJWC-Series
DieselCJXB-Series
DieselCJXC-Series
DieselCJXD-Series
DieselCJXF-Series
DieselCJXG-Series
PetrolCJZA-Series
PetrolCKRA-Series
DieselCKVB-Series
DieselCKVC-Series
DieselCKVD-Series
PetrolCLAA-Series
PetrolCLAB-Series
PetrolCLHA-Series
PetrolCLJA-Series
PetrolCLLB-Series
DieselCLZB-Series
PetrolCMEA-Series
PetrolCMFA-Series
PetrolCMFB-Series
PetrolCMGA-Series
PetrolCMGB-Series
PetrolCMHA-Series
PetrolCMPA-Series
PetrolCMUA-Series
DieselCN-Series
DieselCNAA-Series
DieselCNCB-Series
DieselCNCD-Series
DieselCNCE-Series
DieselCNDA-Series
PetrolCNHA-Series
PetrolCNHC-Series
DieselCNRB-Series
DieselCNVA-Series
DieselCNYA-Series
DieselCPMA-Series
DieselCPNB-Series
DieselCPSA-Series
DieselCPTA-Series
DieselCPVA-Series
PetrolCR-Series
DieselCRBC-Series
DieselCRBD-Series
DieselCRCA-Series
DieselCRDB-Series
DieselCREA-Series
PetrolCREC-Series
DieselCRED-Series
DieselCREG-Series
DieselCRFC-Series
DieselCRKB-Series
DieselCRLA-Series
DieselCRLB-Series
DieselCRLC-Series
DieselCRTC-Series
DieselCRTD-Series
DieselCRTE-Series
DieselCRTF-Series
DieselCRUA-Series
PetrolCSPA-Series
PetrolCSPB-Series
PetrolCSUA-Series
PetrolCSUB-Series
PetrolCSUD-Series
PetrolCSUE-Series
PetrolCSWB-Series
DieselCTBA-Series
DieselCTBB-Series
DieselCTBC-Series
DieselCTBD-Series
DieselCTCB-Series
DieselCTCC-Series
DieselCTDA-Series
DieselCTEC-Series
PetrolCTFA-Series
DieselCTGA-Series
DieselCTGE-Series
DieselCTHG-Series
PetrolCTJA-Series
DieselCTNA-Series
DieselCTPA-Series
DieselCTPB-Series
DieselCTSA-Series
DieselCTTA-Series
DieselCTUA-Series
DieselCTUB-Series
DieselCTUC-Series
DieselCTUD-Series
DieselCTVA-Series
DieselCTWA-Series
PetrolCTXA-Series
DieselCTYA-Series
DieselCULB-Series
DieselCULC-Series
DieselCUNA-Series
DieselCUSB-Series
DieselCUVB-Series
DieselCUVC-Series
DieselCUVD-Series
DieselCUWA-Series
DieselCVKB-Series
DieselCVNA-Series
DieselCVUA-Series
DieselCVUB-Series
DieselCVUC-Series
DieselCWGD-Series
DieselCWUB-Series
DieselCWUC-Series
DieselCWZA-Series
PetrolCXMA-Series
PetrolCXSA-Series
PetrolCXSB-Series
PetrolCXXB-Series
DieselCYGA-Series
DieselCYJB-Series
DieselCYLA-Series
DieselCYMC-Series
DieselCYNB-Series
DieselCYPA-Series
DieselCYPB-Series
DieselCYRB-Series
DieselCYRC-Series
DieselCYVB-Series
PetrolCZAC-Series
PetrolCZCA-Series
PetrolCZCC-Series
DieselCZDA-Series
DieselCZDB-Series
DieselCZDD-Series
DieselCZEA-Series
DieselCZGA-Series
DieselCZGB-Series
PetrolCZHA-Series
PetrolCZJA-Series
DieselCZPB-Series
DieselCZSE-Series
DieselCZVA-Series
DieselCZVB-Series
DieselCZVC-Series
DieselCZVD-Series
DieselCZVE-Series
DieselCZVF-Series
DieselCZZA-Series
DieselCZZB-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolDADA-Series
PetrolDAJB-Series
PetrolDAXB-Series
PetrolDAXC-Series
PetrolDAYB-Series
PetrolDAZA-Series
DieselDBBA-Series
DieselDBGA-Series
DieselDBKA-Series
DieselDBPA-Series
DieselDCYA-Series
DieselDD-Series
DieselDDCA-Series
DieselDDCB-Series
DieselDDDA-Series
DieselDDTA-Series
DieselDDVC-Series
DieselDDYA-Series
PetrolDE-Series
PetrolDECA-Series
PetrolDEHA-Series
PetrolDEJA-Series
PetrolDESA-Series
PetrolDETA-Series
PetrolDETB-Series
PetrolDEUA-Series
PetrolDEUB-Series
DieselDFHA-Series
DieselDFTA-Series
DieselDFTB-Series
DieselDFTC-Series
DieselDFUA-Series
DieselDFVA-Series
DieselDGCA-Series
DieselDJHA-Series
DieselDJHB-Series
PetrolDKAA-Series
PetrolDKAB-Series
PetrolDKLD-Series
PetrolDKRF-Series
PetrolDKTA-Series
PetrolDKYA-Series
PetrolDKZA-Series
DieselDLJA-Series
DieselDNUE-Series
DieselDNWA-Series
DieselDR-Series
DieselDRJA-Series
PetrolDS-Series
PetrolDSPA-Series
DieselDT-Series
DieselDZ-Series
DieselDZCB-Series
DieselEABA-Series
DieselEACB-Series
PetrolEP-Series
PetrolEPBA-Series
PetrolFY-Series
PetrolGV-Series
PetrolHP-Series
PetrolHX-Series
PetrolHY-Series
PetrolJK-Series
PetrolJN-Series
PetrolJS-Series
PetrolJU-Series
PetrolJV-Series
PetrolJY-Series
PetrolKG-Series
PetrolKH-Series
PetrolKK-Series
PetrolKP-Series
PetrolKU-Series
PetrolKV-Series
PetrolKX-Series
PetrolKZ-Series
PetrolMBPETROL-Series
PetrolMC-Series
PetrolMU-Series
PetrolNC-Series
PetrolNE-Series
PetrolNF-Series
PetrolNG-Series
PetrolNM-Series
PetrolNP-Series
PetrolPM-Series
PetrolPP-Series
PetrolPT-Series
PetrolPV-Series
PetrolPX-Series
PetrolRN-Series
PetrolRRPETROL-Series
PetrolRS-Series
PetrolRU-Series
PetrolSA-Series
PetrolSD-Series
PetrolSE-Series
PetrolSF-Series
PetrolSH-Series
PetrolSK-Series
PetrolSL-Series
PetrolWA-Series
PetrolWB-Series
PetrolWC-Series
PetrolWH-Series
PetrolWJ-Series
PetrolWR-Series
PetrolWU-Series
PetrolYJ-Series
PetrolYM-Series
PetrolYN-Series
PetrolYP-Series
PetrolYS-Series
PetrolYV-Series
PetrolYZ-Series
PetrolZA-Series
PetrolZB-Series
PetrolZC-Series
PetrolZF-Series
PetrolZG-Series
PetrolZJ-Series
PetrolZPPETROL-Series
PetrolZU-Series
PetrolZV-Series
PetrolZX-Series
PetrolZZ-Series

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How to Find Your Audi Engine Code

The engine code is essential for ordering parts, diagnosing issues, and verifying compatibility. It is not the same as the VIN or chassis number. This guide shows exactly where to find it - by model and engine type - using official Audi and DVLA sources

Engine Code

Engine Code

A unique identifier stamped on the engine block or cover used for parts and service.

VIN

VIN

The vehicle identification number that holds encoded vehicle and engine information.

Chassis Number

Chassis Number

The chassis or frame number used for registration and legal identification.

Audi A4 B9 (2015–Present)

Audi A4 B9 (2015–Present)

EA888 Engine

Locate the engine code on a white adhesive label affixed to the front timing cover, driver's side, near the oil filler. Clean the area before reading. Difficulty: Simple.

Audi A3 8V (2012–2020)

Audi A3 8V (2012–2020)

EA288 Engine

Engine code stamped into the aluminium block near the exhaust manifold or on a white label near the oil filler cap. Requires removing the acoustic engine cover for clear visibility. Difficulty: Moderate.

Audi Q7 4L (2015–Present)

Audi Q7 4L (2015–Present)

3.0 TDI V6

Code is cast into the rear timing cover on the passenger side of the engine bay. A mirror and torch are often required due to tight packaging. Difficulty: Moderate.

Audi e-tron (2018–Present)

Audi e-tron (2018–Present)

Electric Powertrain

Electric motor identifier on inverter housing; battery pack code on high-voltage component label. Requires professional access due to high-voltage components. Difficulty: Complex.

Engine code locations per Audi AG ELSA Document A00.5501.00.00. V5C field definitions from DVLA Guide to Vehicle Registration. VIN structure compliant with EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007, Article 7.

Audi Engine Technology Specifications and Reliability Data

A technical breakdown of Audi's core engine systems including TFSI turbocharging, TDI common rail, valvelift system, timing architectures and modular EA design with documented reliability impacts. All data sourced from Audi AG ELSA, VW Group documentation and EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007

Overview

TFSI is Audi's branding for turbocharged petrol engines combining direct fuel injection, turbocharging, and valvelift technology. Introduced in 2004, it delivers high specific output, rapid transient response, and Euro 6 compliance across four-cylinder to V8 configurations.

How it Works

Utilises high-pressure direct injection (up to 200 bar) with turbocharging and intercooling. The valvelift system (AVS) varies intake valve lift for improved efficiency. Integrated exhaust manifolds within cylinder heads reduce warm-up time and emissions.

TFSI Architecture Diagram
Evolution
Gen 1

EA113 2.0 TFSI (2004)

200 HP, chain-driven, early carbon buildup issues

Gen 2

EA888 2.0 TFSI (2008)

211 HP, improved injection, timing chain tensioner updates

Gen 3

EA888 2.0 TFSI (2015)

252 HP, B-cycle operation, improved thermal management

Gen 4

EA888 evo4 2.0 TFSI (2020)

265 HP, Miller cycle, 48V mild hybrid integration

Sources
Audi AG ELSA Document SI-2019-044 – EA888 Timing Chain
Volkswagen Group Powertrain Technical Brief TFSI-2020-001
Affected Engines
EA113 2.0 TFSIEA888 2.0 TFSI Gen 1/2/3/43.0 TFSI V64.0 TFSI V8
COMMON ISSUES
  • Intake valve carbon buildup

    Direct injection prevents fuel washing; requires walnut blasting at 80,000+ miles

  • Timing chain tensioner wear (Gen 1/2)

    Pre-2012 EA888 engines; updated tensioners in Gen 3+

  • HPFP sensitivity

    Requires strict adherence to VW 504.00 oil specification

Audi Engine Production Facts Manufacturing Output and Partnerships

Authoritative data on Audi's global engine production, plant operations, and Volkswagen Group partnerships. All figures sourced from Audi AG Annual Reports, Sustainability Reports, and EU industrial compliance records.

Major Engine Production Plants

Audi manufactures engines at three primary facilities within the Volkswagen Group network, each specialising in specific families.

Ingolstadt Plant

🇩🇪Ingolstadt Plant(Germany)

  • Audi's historic headquarters and primary engine production hub
  • Engines: EA888 TFSI, EA288 TDI, V6 TFSI/TDI
  • Capacity: ~400,000 engines annually (2023)
  • Sustainability: Carbon-neutral operations target by 2025; renewable energy procurement active
Győr Plant

Győr Plant(Hungary)

  • Largest Audi engine facility; produces EA888/EA288 for VW Group
  • Engines: EA888 2.0 TFSI, EA288 2.0 TDI, EA211 1.4 TFSI
  • Capacity: Over 1.5 million engines annually (2023)
  • Sustainability: ISO 50001 certified; 100% renewable electricity since 2020
Brussels Plant

Brussels Plant(Belgium)

  • Dedicated e-tron BEV production and battery assembly facility
  • Engines: e-tron dual-motor BEV powertrains
  • Capacity: ~100,000 BEV powertrains annually (2024)
  • Sustainability: Carbon-neutral since 2018; first Audi plant to achieve net-zero

Annual Engine Production Volume

Audi produces over 1 million powertrain units annually across VW Group plants. Note the steady decline in Diesel production due to Euro 6d and WLTP regulations, while Hybrid and Electric integration rises.

Diesel Decline (-16% since 2020)
Hybrid Growth (+7% since 2020)
Regulatory Impact: (EC) No 715/2007

Note: Diesel production has declined steadily due to Euro 6d and WLTP regulations (Regulation (EC) No 715/2007). Hybrid and plug-in hybrid integration rising per Audi's electrification strategy.

0k240k480k720k960k1,200k1,200k20201,150k20211,100k20221,050k20231,000k2024 (est.)Total Engines Produced
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid

Audi & Volkswagen Group Partnership

Strategic collaboration within Volkswagen Group since 1964. Audi shares EA888/EA288 engines with Volkswagen, Porsche, Lamborghini, and Bentley, leveraging economies of scale while maintaining brand-specific tuning.

Shared Tech

Modular EA architecture with brand-specific calibration and tuning

Production

EA888/EA288 blocks built at Győr, then tuned and integrated at brand facilities

Volkswagen Group Joint Development: EA888/EA288 and Shared Applications
  • Strategic VW Group partnership enables shared R&D costs and production scale.
  • EA888 2.0 TFSI powers Audi A4, VW Golf GTI, Porsche Macan, Bentley Continental GT.
  • Shared calibration infrastructure reduced development time by 24 months for EA888 Gen 3 launch.

Volkswagen Group Strategic Partnerships – Audi Collaboration

Powertrain Mix (2020–2024)

Shift in production reflects EU emissions policy and changing consumer demand.

Petrol60%
Diesel22%
Hybrid15%
Petrol
52–60%
Driven by EA888 TFSI family (1.4L, 2.0L, 3.0L V6)
Diesel
22–38%
Declining due to TCO, urban bans, AdBlue complexity
Hybrid (PHEV)
8–15%
Q5 55 TFSI e, A7 55 TFSI e, A8 60 TFSI e
Full Electric (BEV)
2–3%
e-tron, Q4 e-tron, Q8 e-tron (growing rapidly)

This aligns with Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (WLTP/RDE) and EU 2035 ICE phase-out roadmap.

Engine production years verified via Audi AG Production Reports, Volkswagen Group Reports, and EU type-approval records

Engine Code FAQ Common Questions Answered

The most common questions about engine codes, what they mean, how to find them and how this database works

Confirm the full engine designation using vehicle-specific manufacturer records and the engine marking. An engine serial number, a registration record and a marketed power badge are not automatically the same identifier. Match the VIN/build data and the installed engine before selecting parts or a replacement.

No. A factory-application reference and a replacement-interchange decision are different. Match the full engine designation, vehicle build data, emissions equipment, controls and relevant supplier/OEM information.

No. Records have different review states. Read the correction notice, source scope and application limits on the individual record. Missing technical fields must not be inferred from similar engine codes.

References, Disclaimers and Sources

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  • Audi AG – Product Technical Reports (PTR), Annual Reports, Sustainability Reports
  • Audi ELSA – Service Information, Repair Manuals, SI Bulletins (e.g., SI-2019-044)
  • Volkswagen Group Powertrain Technical Documentation
  • EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 – Type-approval of light-duty vehicles
  • Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 – WLTP and RDE testing procedures
  • UK DVLA Vehicle Approval and V5C Guidelines
  • VCA Type Approval Database – Audi vehicle records
DVLA: Engine Changes and MoT Compliance

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