BUY Maturity

EA837 3.0T SC

Audi · 3.0L SC V6

2008–2017

0 / 100
BUY

"Most reliable S-model Audi ever. Supercharged = instant. Known issues cheap. 200k+ km."

Layout V6
Displacement 2995 cc
Power 272–354 hp
Type Petrol Supercharged
Known Issues 3
Total Risk Cost €1,000–€2,200

Mileage Risk Timeline

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Known Issues 3

● MODERATE

PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure

€200–€500 60,000 km–130,000 km
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Detection

Oil consumption, rough idle, oil in intake

Details

PCV valve fails and allows oil into intake system. Common and well-documented.

Greece Note

Cheap fix, easy DIY. €200-500 including labour. Check at every service.

● MODERATE

Thermostat housing failure

€300–€700 60,000 km–130,000 km
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Detection

Coolant loss, engine running cold or overheating

Details

Plastic thermostat housing fails. Very well documented on all EA837 cars. Replace with improved part.

Greece Note

Most common EA837 repair at Greek Audi workshops. Budget €300-700. Do not wait until failure.

● MODERATE

Water pump failure

€500–€1,000 80,000 km–150,000 km
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Detection

Coolant warning, overheating, no heater

Details

Electric water pump. Same failure mode as EA888 Gen 3. Predictable.

Greece Note

Replace at 100k km if not done. Greek summer heat makes this critical.

Models with EA837 3.0T SC 8

Audi A5 S5
2009–2016 CAKA 333 hp petrol
Audi A4 S4
2009–2015 CAKA 333 hp petrol
Audi Q5 SQ5
2013–2017 CGQB/CTUD 354 hp petrol
Audi A8 3.0 TFSI
2010–2017 CGWA/CREC 310 hp petrol
Audi A6 3.0 TFSI
2008–2011 CGWB/CGXB 290 hp petrol
Audi A7 3.0 TFSI
2010–2018 CGWB/CREC 310 hp petrol
Audi A6 3.0 TFSI
2011–2018 CGWD/CGXB/CREC 310 hp petrol
Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI
2012–2017 CTUC/CTVA 272 hp petrol

Other Audi Engines

BUY 83

2.5 TFSI I5

2.5L Turbo I5

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BUY 82

EA888 Gen 4

2.0L Turbo I4

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BUY 80

EA888 Gen 3

2.0L Turbo I4

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BUY 80

3.0 V6 TDI

3.0L V6 Diesel

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BUY 78

EA211 1.4 TFSI

1.4L Turbo I4

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BUY 78

EA839 3.0T TT

3.0L TT V6

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Tuning Potential

500hp+ Stage 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi EA837 3.0T SC reliable?

The Audi EA837 3.0T SC scores 82/100 with a verdict of BUY. It has 3 documented issues with total repair costs between €1,000 and €2,200.

What are the common problems with the EA837 3.0T SC?

The most common issues are:

  • PCV (crankcase ventilation) valve failure — moderate, repair cost €200–€500, 60,000 km–130,000 km
  • Thermostat housing failure — moderate, repair cost €300–€700, 60,000 km–130,000 km
  • Water pump failure — moderate, repair cost €500–€1,000, 80,000 km–150,000 km
What cars use the Audi EA837 3.0T SC?

The EA837 3.0T SC is found in:

  • A5 (2009–2016)
  • A4 (2009–2015)
  • Q5 (2013–2017)
  • A8 (2010–2017)
  • A6 (2008–2011)
  • A7 (2010–2018)
  • A6 (2011–2018)
  • Q5 (2012–2017)
How much does it cost to repair the EA837 3.0T SC?

Total potential repair costs for all 3 known issues range from €1,000 to €2,200. The most expensive issue is typically .

What years was the EA837 3.0T SC produced?

The Audi EA837 3.0T SC was produced from 2008 to 2017. It is a 2995cc V6 petrol supercharged engine.

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