EA189 2.0 TDI vs 2.5 TFSI I5

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
2.5 TFSI I5 BUY 83/100
+28 points over EA189 2.0 TDI
0 / 100
CAUTION EA189 2.0 TDI Audi
0 / 100
BUY 2.5 TFSI I5 Audi

Specifications

EA189 2.0 TDI
2.5 TFSI I5
Brand
Audi
Audi
Verdict
CAUTION
BUY
Reliability
55
83
Years
2008--2015
2009--present
Displacement
1968 cc
2480 cc
Layout
I4
I5
Type
Diesel
Petrol Turbo
Power
136--184 hp
340--400 hp
Known Issues
0
2
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€700--€1,600

Character

EA189 2.0 TDI

"Mechanically decent diesel tainted by emissions scandal. Software fix applied. Engine itself is reliable with care."

2.5 TFSI I5

"Legendary 5-cyl. 9x Engine of the Year. Forged internals. Surprisingly reliable."

Issues Comparison

EA189 2.0 TDI 0

No documented issues.

2.5 TFSI I5 2

○ MINOR
Wastegate rattle (2015-2018 production) €300--€800 20,000 km--80,000 km
○ MINOR
Carbon buildup (DI engine) €400--€800 60,000 km--120,000 km

Models

EA189 2.0 TDI 0

No models listed.

2.5 TFSI I5 5

Ducato 250/290 2011--present TT 8J 2009--2014 Q3 8U 2013--2018 A3 8Y 2022--present TT RS 2.5 TFSI 8S 2016--2023 Coupe
Full EA189 2.0 TDI Report Full 2.5 TFSI I5 Report