Common rail engine/DPF

[theskyfox]

Hi Guys,
Can anyone tell me when Audi introduced Common rail engines and DPFs onto the A3 line of cars? Im interested as I have a sister who is looking to buy one..and wants the newest Common rail line of engines.

-Andrew

[redsearich]

Late 2008 was when they updated the A3 with the CR common rail diesel engines. They also gave a face lift to the front and rear end and introduced DRLs daytime running lights. I would guess that makes the earliest plate a 58 but other members might correct me on that .

[Guest 2]

The TDIe had a PD 1.9Tdi as I have a March 2009 TDIe Sport 1.9 PD.

2009 onwards of 2.0 TDI and 1.6TDI are all common rail.

[djgilson]

See here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audi_a3 for further info, broken down by engine code and date.

[Jasonz]

The first are on a 58plate. On autotrader you can tell by glancing at the economy stats or road tax grouping - although make sure the car you buy is that type though.

[Jasonz]

When did Audi introduce the double din radio in the a3?

I would quite like one with sat nav (not many have them), and for £500 you can simply replace the stereo for the sat nav module.

[Guest 2]

2007-ish, you'll need a gps aerial and coding.

If you wish to discuss further please search or create a new thread not to take this one off topic ;)