CAUTION Turbo Chaos

2.7 TDI

Audi · 2.7 TDI V6 (BPP/CANB/CANA)

2004–2011

0 / 100
CAUTION

"C6 A6, B7 A4. Chain driven BUT chain at rear (expensive). Injector failures. DPF. EGR. Better than 2.5 TDI (no cam wear) but still expensive to maintain."

Layout V6
Displacement 2698 cc
Power 163–190 hp
Type Diesel
Known Issues 2
Total Risk Cost €2,000–€5,500

Mileage Risk Timeline

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Known Issues 2

◆ CRITICAL

Timing chain at rear of engine

€1,500–€4,000 100,000 km–180,000 km
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Detection

Rattle, timing codes

Details

V6 chain at rear. Expensive.

Greece Note

Αλυσίδα πίσω V6 — €1,500-4,000.

▲ HIGH

Injector failure

€500–€1,500 100,000 km–200,000 km
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Detection

Rough idle, smoke

Details

6 CR injectors.

Greece Note

Μπεκ V6 — €500-1,500.

Models with 2.7 TDI 1

Other Audi Engines

Tuning Potential

220hp Stage 1

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi 2.7 TDI reliable?

The Audi 2.7 TDI scores 60/100 with a verdict of CAUTION. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €2,000 and €5,500.

What are the common problems with the 2.7 TDI?

The most common issues are:

  • Timing chain at rear of engine — critical, repair cost €1,500–€4,000, 100,000 km–180,000 km
  • Injector failure — high, repair cost €500–€1,500, 100,000 km–200,000 km
What cars use the Audi 2.7 TDI?

The 2.7 TDI is found in:

  • A6 (2004–2011)
How much does it cost to repair the 2.7 TDI?

Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €2,000 to €5,500. The most expensive issue is typically .

What years was the 2.7 TDI produced?

The Audi 2.7 TDI was produced from 2004 to 2011. It is a 2698cc V6 diesel engine.

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