EA113 2.0T
Audi · 2.0L Turbo I4
2005–2009
"Pioneer turbo four. Cast-iron block, great tuning base. Oil use is "feature not bug.""
Mileage Risk Timeline
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Known Issues 3
HPFP cam follower wear
▸HPFP noise, fuel pressure fault codes, engine stumble
HPFP driven by cam follower on exhaust cam. Follower wears rapidly without regular inspection. €20 part but can destroy camshaft if ignored.
Inspect every 20k km. If worn: €50-300 including labour. The single most important check on any EA113.
Intake carbon buildup
▸Rough idle, power loss, hesitation
Cast-iron block DI engine. Carbon builds on intake valves.
Walnut blast at 60-80k km. Well-known service at any VAG Greek workshop.
Oil consumption by design
▸Oil level drops between services, slight blue tint to exhaust
EA113 is designed to consume some oil. VW/Audi spec allows 1L per 2,000 km (controversial). Normal for this engine.
Check oil every 3,000 km. Budget extra oil between services. This is not a defect by Audi standards.
Models with EA113 2.0T 12
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Tuning Potential
350hp+ Stage 2
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Audi EA113 2.0T reliable?
The Audi EA113 2.0T scores 55/100 with a verdict of CAUTION. It has 3 documented issues with total repair costs between €350 and €1,500.
What are the common problems with the EA113 2.0T?
The most common issues are:
- HPFP cam follower wear — critical, repair cost €50–€300, 30,000 km–80,000 km
- Intake carbon buildup — moderate, repair cost €300–€700, 60,000 km–120,000 km
- Oil consumption by design — moderate, repair cost €0–€500, 0 km–∞
What cars use the Audi EA113 2.0T?
How much does it cost to repair the EA113 2.0T?
Total potential repair costs for all 3 known issues range from €350 to €1,500. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the EA113 2.0T produced?
The Audi EA113 2.0T was produced from 2005 to 2009. It is a 1984cc I4 petrol turbo engine.
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