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C7 Sedan · Avant
Audi A6 · Sedan · Avant · 2011–2018
Aluminium-heavy C7 with the supercharged V6 and TFSI V8.
Production run
2011–2018
Engines covered
5
Avg. part price
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19902026
Interactive systems map
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Systems map
Where it goes wrong
Each numbered hotspot counts the documented failure points in that area. Select one to see the specifics for this chassis and engine.
Failure points by system
Engine3
Cooling3
Intake4
Fuel1
Exhaust2
Documented issues per engine
5EA888
53.0T
44.0 TFSI
52.0 TDI
53.0 TDI
Known weak points
What breaks on the C7
Gen1/2 oil consumption (piston rings)Diagnose →Timing chain tensioner (Gen2)Diagnose →Supercharger coupler wearDiagnose →Thermostat failureDiagnose →Turbo oil lines and coolant pipes in the veeDiagnose →Carbon buildupDiagnose →PD injector loom and cam wear (PD era)Diagnose →DPF cloggingDiagnose →Swirl flap motorDiagnose →EGR coolerDiagnose →
Guides & playbooks
C7 playbooks
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