Audi · Hatchback · 2012–2020
Audi A3 8V Schrägheck
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
2.8 / 5.0 · Based on 26 engine variants Most Fun Engine
400 PS
2.5L TFSI I5 Benzin
400 hp five-cylinder — finally enough power for the sound
Legendary! Most Reliable Engine
150 PS
1.4L TFSI Benzin
6 weaknesses
Good Choice Problem Engine
200 PS
2.0L TFSI Benzin
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The Audi A3 8V Schrägheck is available with 8 engine variants — from 86 to 407 hp.
1.6L TDI Engine Change
2012 2015
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2013 2020
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2.0L TDI Engine Change
2012 2020
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2012 2016
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2013 2020
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
1.2L TFSI
2014 2020
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
1.4L TFSI Engine Change
2012 2016
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2012 2016
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2012 2020
Good Choice 6 weaknesses
2.0L TFSI
2012 2016
Be Careful 9 weaknesses
RS3 Engine Change
2015 2016
Be Careful 11 weaknesses
2017 2020
Be Careful 14 weaknesses
2019 2020
Be Careful 12 weaknesses
S3 Engine Change
2012 2016
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2013 2016
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
2013 2016
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
2016 2020
Be Careful 9 weaknesses
2016 2020
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
1.4L TFSI g-tron
2013 2018
Good Choice 6 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| S tronic Clutch Judder The 7-speed S tronic gearbox tends to judder and shudder at low speeds. The cause is clutch pack wear, rarely a faulty mechatronics unit. Oil change every 60,000 km is mandatory. Symptoms: Juddering when pulling away in 1st and 2nd gear and in stop-and-go traffic, occasional rpm fluctuations from 80,000 km | High |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the Audi A3 8V Schrägheck have? +
The Audi A3 8V as Schrägheck has 188 known weaknesses, 5 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Good Choice: CZEA (1.4L TFSI), CPWA (1.4L TFSI g-tron).
Is the Audi A3 8V Schrägheck worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Audi A3 8V Schrägheck — 5 of 26 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee