The Audi CJGD is a 1,984 cc, inline-four turbocharged petrol engine produced between 2019 and 2023. It belongs to the EA288 evo engine family, designed for transverse applications across Audi and Volkswagen Group models. Featuring direct fuel injection (FSI), variable valve timing (VVT), and a single twin-scroll turbocharger, it delivers 140 kW (190 PS) and 320 Nm of torque, offering a balance of responsiveness and efficiency.
Fitted to models such as the Audi A3 (8V facelift), A4 (B9), and Q3 (F3), the CJGD was engineered for dynamic performance and compliance with RDE emissions standards. It features a particulate filter (GPF) to meet Euro 6d-TEMP regulations, alongside thermal management systems that reduce warm-up times and improve urban emissions.
One documented concern is premature turbocharger wastegate actuator wear, highlighted in Audi Technical Service Bulletin 2020-05-11 (Ref. 20-T-0511). Failures are linked to carbon buildup and thermal stress. From 2021, revised actuator materials and updated engine control calibration were implemented to enhance reliability.
All production years (2019–2023) comply with Euro 6d-TEMP emissions standards (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/9012).
The Audi CJGD is a 1,984 cc inline-four turbocharged petrol engine engineered for compact and mid-size transverse applications (2019–2023). It combines direct fuel injection with a twin-scroll turbocharger to deliver strong mid-range performance and improved fuel economy. Designed from launch to meet RDE-compliant Euro 6d-TEMP standards, it integrates a gasoline particulate filter (GPF) and advanced thermal management for real-world emissions compliance.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,984 cc | |
| Fuel type | Petrol | |
| Configuration | Inline-4, DOHC, 16-valve | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged (twin-scroll) | |
| Bore × stroke | 82.5 mm × 92.8 mm | |
| Power output | 140 kW (190 PS) @ 4,200–6,000 rpm | |
| Torque | 320 Nm @ 1,500–4,000 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Bosch HDEV5 direct injection (up to 350 bar) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6d-TEMP | |
| Compression ratio | 11.0:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water-cooled with electric coolant pump | |
| Turbocharger | Single twin-scroll turbo (BorgWarner) | |
| Timing system | Timing chain (lifetime service interval) | |
| Oil type | VW 508 00 / 509 00 (SAE 0W-20) | |
| Dry weight | 132 kg |
The twin-scroll turbo provides strong low-end torque ideal for responsive driving but requires adherence to 15,000 km oil change intervals to prevent injector coking and turbo degradation. VW 508 00 / 509 00 (0W-20) oil is essential due to its low-viscosity formulation, improving cold-start efficiency and GPF longevity. Short-trip driving increases carbon buildup on intake valves, necessitating periodic walnut blasting. The Bosch HDEV5 injection system demands high-octane fuel (RON 95 minimum) to maintain performance and prevent knock. Thermal management ensures rapid warm-up, reducing urban emissions and improving fuel economy.
Oil Specs: Requires VW 508 00 / 509 00 specification (Audi SIB 2018-07-09). Not compatible with older VW 502 00 or 504 00 oils.
Emissions: Full Euro 6d-TEMP compliance applies to all 2019–2023 models (VCA #VCA/EMS/9012), requiring GPF and RDE-compliant calibration.
Power Ratings: Measured under SAE J1349 standards. Output maintained across EU markets with EN 228 fuel (Volkswagen Group PT-2020).
Audi Technical Information System (TIS): Docs A288EVO-01, A288EVO-02, SIB 2018-07-09, SIB 2020-05-11
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/9012)
SAE International: J1349 Engine Power Certification Standards
The Audi CJGD was used across Audi's MQB platform with transverse mounting and shared with Volkswagen Group brands. This engine received platform-specific adaptations-shorter intake runners in the A3 and reinforced mounts in the Q3-and from 2020 the facelifted A4 B9.5 adopted revised thermal management, creating interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped horizontally on the front-right side of the cylinder block near the timing chain cover (Audi TIS A288EVO-ID2). The 8th VIN digit indicates engine type ('C' for CJGD). All units feature a black plastic intake manifold with integrated GPF warning circuitry. Critical differentiation from EA888 Gen3: CJGD has revised turbo actuator and GPF. Service parts require model-year verification—turbo actuators and ECUs differ between pre- and post-2021 models (Audi SIB 2020-05-11).
The CJGD's primary reliability risk is turbocharger wastegate actuator failure, with elevated incidence in stop-start urban driving. Internal Audi reports from 2021 noted increased actuator failures in units exceeding 80,000 km without inspection, while UK DVSA data shows GPF-related faults contribute to a growing share of emissions-related MOT failures. Short-trip driving and low-quality fuel exacerbate deposit formation, making oil adherence and fuel quality critical.
Analysis derived from Audi technical bulletins (2018-2021) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2019-2023). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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