Audi A8 D3 — Reliability

D3 2003–2010 1 engine

Reliability Summary

Engine 6.0 W12 — 65/100 CAUTION
Known Issues 2

Engine in this model

CAUTION 65

6.0 W12

6.0 W12 (BHT/BSB/BTE)

Audi's naturally aspirated 6.0 W12 in the A8 D3 (2003-2010): two narrow-angle VR6 banks on one crank...

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Known Issues Across All Engines

Issue Engine Severity Onset
Timing chain tensioners and chain drive (engine-out job) 6.0 W12 critical —
Overheating sensitivity - water pump, cylinder scoring and oil consumption 6.0 W12 high —