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Reliability Database
Audi

A3

Compact Sedan
Best Engine ✅ Recommended (3.5)
2 Generations
3 Engines Rated
968 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
2 recommended 1 avoid

Generation Timeline

2006-2013 8P
1 engine
421 complaints 🔥 3
2.0L 4-cyl ❌ Avoid (1.5)
→
2015-2020 8V
2 engines
547 complaints 🔥 4
2.5L 5-cyl ✅ Recommended (3.5)
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