Audi A4 B5 — Reliability

B5 1997–2001 1 engine

Reliability Summary

Engine 2.4/2.8 V6 30V (EA835) — 76/100 ACCEPTABLE
Known Issues 3

Engine in this model

ACCEPTABLE 76

2.4/2.8 V6 30V (EA835)

2.4/2.8 V6 NA

Audi/VW 30-valve 2.4 and 2.8 V6 of the A4 B5, A6 C5, Passat B5 and Superb. Smooth and long-lived - 3...

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Known Issues Across All Engines

Issue Engine Severity Onset
Timing belt failure (interference engine) - valves bend 2.4/2.8 V6 30V (EA835) critical 90,000 km – 97,000 km
Oil sludge with stretched oil changes - noisy lifters and chain tensioners 2.4/2.8 V6 30V (EA835) moderate —
Coolant and oil leaks - rear coolant flange, reservoir, hoses 2.4/2.8 V6 30V (EA835) moderate 129,000 km