The Audi CZVA is a 1,968 cc, inline-four turbo-diesel engine produced between 2015 and 2021. It belongs to the Volkswagen Group’s EA288 engine family, featuring common rail direct injection, a variable geometry turbocharger (VGT), and a cast-iron block with an aluminium head. In standard tune, it delivers 110 kW (150 PS) with peak torque of 340 Nm available from 1,750 rpm, providing strong low-end pull ideal for daily driving and towing.
Fitted to models including the Audi A3 (8V), A4 (B9), and Q3 (8U), the CZVA was engineered for transverse front-wheel-drive applications requiring responsive torque and high fuel efficiency. It meets Euro 6 emissions standards through a close-coupled diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC), diesel particulate filter (DPF), and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) with AdBlue injection, ensuring compliance without sacrificing performance in mainstream models.
One documented service update involves revised high-pressure fuel pump calibration to reduce noise and wear, addressed in Audi Technical Service Bulletin 2017-18-03. Early production units exhibited elevated fuel pump wear under sustained high-load conditions. From 2018, Audi implemented updated injection timing maps and revised injector nozzle geometry, improving long-term durability and reducing particulate emissions.
All CZVA models comply with Euro 6b (2015–2018) and Euro 6d-TEMP (2019–2021) depending on market (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/6789).
The Audi CZVA is a 1,968 cc inline-four turbo-diesel engine engineered for transverse applications (2015–2021). It combines common rail injection with a variable geometry turbocharger to deliver responsive low-end torque and highway efficiency. Designed to meet Euro 6 standards, it balances performance with emissions compliance in front-wheel-drive platforms.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,968 cc | |
| Fuel type | Diesel | |
| Configuration | Inline-4, DOHC, 16-valve | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged with variable geometry turbo (VGT) | |
| Bore × stroke | 81.0 mm × 95.5 mm | |
| Power output | 110 kW (150 PS) @ 3,250–4,200 rpm | |
| Torque | 340 Nm @ 1,750–3,000 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Bosch CRS 2-20 common rail (up to 2,000 bar) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6b (2015–2018); Euro 6d-TEMP (2019–2021) | |
| Compression ratio | 16.5:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water-cooled | |
| Turbocharger | Garrett variable geometry turbo (VNT) with integrated EGR | |
| Timing system | Chain-driven (maintenance-free design) | |
| Oil type | Audi Longlife Diesel VW 507.00 (SAE 0W-30) | |
| Dry weight | 168 kg |
The VGT turbo provides strong low-RPM torque ideal for urban and motorway driving but requires regular longer runs to maintain DPF regeneration cycles and prevent clogging. Audi Longlife Diesel VW 507.00 (0W-30) oil is essential due to its low-SAPS formulation, protecting the SCR system and turbo bearings. Extended idling and short trips increase soot loading; drivers should complete 20-minute highway drives monthly. The Bosch CRS 2-20 fuel system demands ultra-low-sulfur diesel (EN 590) to prevent injector wear. From 2018, revised injection maps per Audi TSB 2017-18-03 improve fuel pump longevity and emissions performance.
Oil Specs: Requires Audi Longlife Diesel VW 507.00 (0W-30) specification (Audi TSB 2017-18-03). Compatible with ACEA C2/C3.
Emissions: Euro 6b applies to 2015–2018 models (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/6789). Euro 6d-TEMP compliance confirmed for 2019+ units.
Power Ratings: Measured under SAE J1349 standards. Output achieved with EN 590 diesel (Audi TIS Doc. A28801).
Audi Technical Information System (TIS): Docs A28801, TSB 2017-18-03
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/6789)
SAE International: J1349 Engine Power Certification Standards
The Audi CZVA was used across Audi's 8V/B9 platforms with transverse mounting and shared within the Volkswagen Group for compact and mid-size applications. This engine received platform-specific adaptations-shorter exhaust manifolds in the A3 and revised cooling circuits in the Q3-and from 2019 the Euro 6d-TEMP revision introduced updated SCR calibration and ECU software, creating interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped vertically on the right-side cylinder block near the oil filter housing (Audi TIS A28801). The 8th VIN digit indicates engine family ('C' for EA288 diesel). Pre-2018 models have silver valve covers with exposed camshafts; post-2018 units use black covers with integrated breather. Critical differentiation from EA288 2.0 TDI 190 PS: CZVA uses a single-stage VGT turbo, while higher-output variants use a two-stage system. Service parts require production date verification - fuel injectors for pre-2018 models are not compatible with post-2018 revisions due to nozzle redesign (Audi TSB 2017-18-03).
The CZVA's primary reliability risk is DPF clogging in urban-driven vehicles, with elevated incidence in stop-start city use. Internal Audi quality reports from 2019 indicated a notable share of pre-2019 engines requiring DPF cleaning before 100,000 km, while UK DVSA records show increased emissions-related failures in SCR-equipped post-2019 models. Frequent short trips and delayed oil changes increase soot and thermal stress, making driving pattern and service interval adherence critical.
Analysis derived from Audi technical bulletins (2015-2021) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2018-2023). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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