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Engine-group and variant data from Wikipedia's discontinued diesel list. These are Volkswagen Group records, including other Group marques; a listed application is not automatically a Volkswagen fitment.
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3.3 V8 32v TDI CR 165kW
Source fieldEngine dataidentificationparts code prefix: 057.A; ID code: AKFengine configuration & engine displacement90° V8 engine , Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) turbodiesel ; 3,328 cc (203.1 cu in); bore x stroke : 78.3 mm × 86.4 mm (3.08 in × 3.40 in), stroke ratio : 0.91:1 – undersquare/long-stroke, 416.0 cc per cylinder, compression ratio : 18.5:1, up to 160 bar (2,320 psi) cylinder pressure,cylinder block & crankcasecast iron; cast aluminium alloycylinder heads & valvetraincast aluminium alloy; 32 valves; timing beltaspirationturbochargers; intercoolerfuel system & engine managementCR; Common rail; Bosch CP3 high-pressure pump is used d; Bosch EDC15 engine management computer; timing beltDIN-rated power & torque output165 kW (224 PS; 221 bhp) at 4,000 rpm ; 480 N⋅m (354 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–3,000 rpmapplicationAudi D2 A8 quattro (12/99-09/02)
4.0 (Technically – 3.9 L) V8 32v TDI CR 202kW
Source fieldEngine dataidentificationparts code prefix: 057.B, ID code: ASEengine configuration & engine displacement90° V8 engine , Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) turbodiesel ; 3,937 cc (240.3 cu in), bore x stroke : 81.0 mm × 95.5 mm (3.19 in × 3.76 in), stroke ratio : 0.85:1 – undersquare/long-stroke, 492.1 cc per cylinder, 88 mm (3.46 in) cylinder spacing, compression ratio : 17.5:1, water-cooled alternatorcylinder block & crankcasecast ironcylinder heads & valvetraincast aluminium alloy; 32 valvesaspirationturbochargers; intercoolersfuel system & engine managementCR; common rail; Bosch solenoid-valve injectors with se; Bosch EDC16 electronic engine controlDIN-rated power & torque output202 kW (275 PS; 271 bhp); 650 N⋅m (479 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–2,500 rpmapplicationAudi D3 A8 4.0 TDI quattro (05/03-07/05)
Volkswagen Group engine directory
Additional mechanical and system detailsThe source may discuss several variants in each section. These are reported components and systems, not a guarantee that every item applies to every code.3.3 V8 32v TDI CR 165kWSource fieldAdditional hardware and system detailscylinder block & crankcasecast iron; aluminium alloycylinder heads & valvetrainaluminium alloy; valves per cylinder: four; total valves: 32; double overhead camshaft; timing-belt drive; hydraulic valve-clearance adjustmentaspirationvariable-geometry turbocharger; twin turbochargers; turbocharged; intercooled; pressure stated: 2.2 barfuel system & engine managementcommon rail mentioned; solenoid control or injectors; pressure stated: 1350bar; management or injection designation: Bosch CP3; management or injection designation: Bosch EDC15exhaust systemexhaust-gas recirculation4.0 (Technically – 3.9 L) V8 32v TDI CR 202kWSource fieldAdditional hardware and system detailscylinder block & crankcasecast iron; specified connecting rods: fracture-split connecting rods; main bearings: fivecylinder heads & valvetrainaluminium alloy; valves per cylinder: four; total valves: 32; double overhead camshaft; hydraulic valve-clearance adjustmentaspirationvariable-geometry turbocharger; turbocharged; intercooled; pressure stated: 2.2 barfuel system & engine managementcommon rail mentioned; solenoid control or injectors; pressure stated: 1,600 bar; management or injection designation: Bosch EDC16exhaust systemexhaust-gas recirculationData adapted from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0. Production dates and fitments reflect that revision; verify the exact engine code, market and vehicle before applying a specification.
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Wikipedia: List of discontinued Volkswagen Group diesel engines. Wikipedia contributors; CC BY-SA 4.0. Source revision oldid 1383037953; accessed 2026-11-10.
Further Wikipedia-sourced detailsThe following additional information is drawn from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. An open-ended date reflects the source snapshot, not confirmed current production or fitment.Additional component and system specificationsEach source section can include several variants. Components, pressures and emissions systems are reported for that section and do not automatically apply to every code; exceptions are noted where the source provides them.3.3 V8 32v TDI CR 165kWSource fieldAdditional detailscylinder heads & valvetrainValve clearance: hydraulic compensation; Camshaft drive: belt and gears in the combined arrangementaspirationTurbocharger: variable geometry is described; Turbochargers: two are described; Charge-air cooling: air-to-waterfuel system & engine managementFuel system: high-pressure pump; Injector actuation: solenoid; Pressure as stated: 1350bar; Named system: Bosch CP3; Named system: Bosch EDC15exhaust systemEGR: coolant-cooled; Emissions standard as stated: EU3dimensionslength: 717 mm; width: 842 mm; height: 688 mm4.0 (Technically – 3.9 L) V8 32v TDI CR 202kWSource fieldAdditional detailscylinder block & crankcaseConnecting rods: fracture-splitcylinder heads & valvetrainValve actuation: roller-finger followers; Valve clearance: hydraulic compensationaspirationAir metering: hot-film or hot-wire mass-airflow sensor; Turbocharger: variable geometry is described; Turbochargers: two are described; Charge-air cooling: air-to-air; Intercooler position: side-mounted; Intake: charge-motion or swirl flaps are described; Named forced-induction supplier or model: Garrett GT1749; Pressure as stated: boost of 2.2 barfuel system & engine managementInjector actuation: solenoid; Pressure as stated: 1,600 bar; Named system: Bosch EDC16exhaust systemEGR: coolant-cooled; Emissions standard as stated: Euro3dimensionslength: 516 mm; mass: 270 kgPage organisation changed
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Revision 1: Volkswagen Group discontinued diesel engines — Eight-cylinder diesels
Engine-group and variant data from Wikipedia's discontinued diesel list. These are Volkswagen Group records, including other Group marques; a listed application is not automatically a Volkswagen fitment.
View this section in the cited Wikipedia revision.
3.3 V8 32v TDI CR 165kW
| Source field | Engine data |
|---|
| identification | parts code prefix: 057.A; ID code: AKF |
| engine configuration & engine displacement | 90° V8 engine , Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) turbodiesel ; 3,328 cc (203.1 cu in); bore x stroke : 78.3 mm × 86.4 mm (3.08 in × 3.40 in), stroke ratio : 0.91:1 – undersquare/long-stroke, 416.0 cc per cylinder, compression ratio : 18.5:1, up to 160 bar (2,320 psi) cylinder pressure, |
| cylinder block & crankcase | cast iron; cast aluminium alloy |
| cylinder heads & valvetrain | cast aluminium alloy; 32 valves; timing belt |
| aspiration | turbochargers; intercooler |
| fuel system & engine management | CR; Common rail; Bosch CP3 high-pressure pump is used d; Bosch EDC15 engine management computer; timing belt |
| DIN-rated power & torque output | 165 kW (224 PS; 221 bhp) at 4,000 rpm ; 480 N⋅m (354 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–3,000 rpm |
| application | Audi D2 A8 quattro (12/99-09/02) |
4.0 (Technically – 3.9 L) V8 32v TDI CR 202kW
| Source field | Engine data |
|---|
| identification | parts code prefix: 057.B, ID code: ASE |
| engine configuration & engine displacement | 90° V8 engine , Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) turbodiesel ; 3,937 cc (240.3 cu in), bore x stroke : 81.0 mm × 95.5 mm (3.19 in × 3.76 in), stroke ratio : 0.85:1 – undersquare/long-stroke, 492.1 cc per cylinder, 88 mm (3.46 in) cylinder spacing, compression ratio : 17.5:1, water-cooled alternator |
| cylinder block & crankcase | cast iron |
| cylinder heads & valvetrain | cast aluminium alloy; 32 valves |
| aspiration | turbochargers; intercoolers |
| fuel system & engine management | CR; common rail; Bosch solenoid-valve injectors with se; Bosch EDC16 electronic engine control |
| DIN-rated power & torque output | 202 kW (275 PS; 271 bhp); 650 N⋅m (479 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–2,500 rpm |
| application | Audi D3 A8 4.0 TDI quattro (05/03-07/05) |
Volkswagen Group engine directory
Data adapted from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0. Production dates and fitments reflect that revision; verify the exact engine code, market and vehicle before applying a specification.
Sources
Curated reference notes. Applicability follows the cited sources; hardware testing by this wiki is not implied.
Revision 3: Volkswagen Group discontinued diesel engines — Eight-cylinder diesels
Engine-group and variant data from Wikipedia's discontinued diesel list. These are Volkswagen Group records, including other Group marques; a listed application is not automatically a Volkswagen fitment.
View this section in the cited Wikipedia revision.
3.3 V8 32v TDI CR 165kW
| Source field | Engine data |
|---|
| identification | parts code prefix: 057.A; ID code: AKF |
| engine configuration & engine displacement | 90° V8 engine , Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) turbodiesel ; 3,328 cc (203.1 cu in); bore x stroke : 78.3 mm × 86.4 mm (3.08 in × 3.40 in), stroke ratio : 0.91:1 – undersquare/long-stroke, 416.0 cc per cylinder, compression ratio : 18.5:1, up to 160 bar (2,320 psi) cylinder pressure, |
| cylinder block & crankcase | cast iron; cast aluminium alloy |
| cylinder heads & valvetrain | cast aluminium alloy; 32 valves; timing belt |
| aspiration | turbochargers; intercooler |
| fuel system & engine management | CR; Common rail; Bosch CP3 high-pressure pump is used d; Bosch EDC15 engine management computer; timing belt |
| DIN-rated power & torque output | 165 kW (224 PS; 221 bhp) at 4,000 rpm ; 480 N⋅m (354 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–3,000 rpm |
| application | Audi D2 A8 quattro (12/99-09/02) |
4.0 (Technically – 3.9 L) V8 32v TDI CR 202kW
| Source field | Engine data |
|---|
| identification | parts code prefix: 057.B, ID code: ASE |
| engine configuration & engine displacement | 90° V8 engine , Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) turbodiesel ; 3,937 cc (240.3 cu in), bore x stroke : 81.0 mm × 95.5 mm (3.19 in × 3.76 in), stroke ratio : 0.85:1 – undersquare/long-stroke, 492.1 cc per cylinder, 88 mm (3.46 in) cylinder spacing, compression ratio : 17.5:1, water-cooled alternator |
| cylinder block & crankcase | cast iron |
| cylinder heads & valvetrain | cast aluminium alloy; 32 valves |
| aspiration | turbochargers; intercoolers |
| fuel system & engine management | CR; common rail; Bosch solenoid-valve injectors with se; Bosch EDC16 electronic engine control |
| DIN-rated power & torque output | 202 kW (275 PS; 271 bhp); 650 N⋅m (479 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–2,500 rpm |
| application | Audi D3 A8 4.0 TDI quattro (05/03-07/05) |
Volkswagen Group engine directory
Additional mechanical and system details
The source may discuss several variants in each section. These are reported components and systems, not a guarantee that every item applies to every code.
3.3 V8 32v TDI CR 165kW
| Source field | Additional hardware and system details |
|---|
| cylinder block & crankcase | cast iron; aluminium alloy |
| cylinder heads & valvetrain | aluminium alloy; valves per cylinder: four; total valves: 32; double overhead camshaft; timing-belt drive; hydraulic valve-clearance adjustment |
| aspiration | variable-geometry turbocharger; twin turbochargers; turbocharged; intercooled; pressure stated: 2.2 bar |
| fuel system & engine management | common rail mentioned; solenoid control or injectors; pressure stated: 1350bar; management or injection designation: Bosch CP3; management or injection designation: Bosch EDC15 |
| exhaust system | exhaust-gas recirculation |
4.0 (Technically – 3.9 L) V8 32v TDI CR 202kW
| Source field | Additional hardware and system details |
|---|
| cylinder block & crankcase | cast iron; specified connecting rods: fracture-split connecting rods; main bearings: five |
| cylinder heads & valvetrain | aluminium alloy; valves per cylinder: four; total valves: 32; double overhead camshaft; hydraulic valve-clearance adjustment |
| aspiration | variable-geometry turbocharger; turbocharged; intercooled; pressure stated: 2.2 bar |
| fuel system & engine management | common rail mentioned; solenoid control or injectors; pressure stated: 1,600 bar; management or injection designation: Bosch EDC16 |
| exhaust system | exhaust-gas recirculation |
Data adapted from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0. Production dates and fitments reflect that revision; verify the exact engine code, market and vehicle before applying a specification.
Sources
Curated reference notes. Applicability follows the cited sources; hardware testing by this wiki is not implied.
Further Wikipedia-sourced details
The following additional information is drawn from the cited Wikipedia revision by Wikipedia contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. An open-ended date reflects the source snapshot, not confirmed current production or fitment.
Additional component and system specifications
Each source section can include several variants. Components, pressures and emissions systems are reported for that section and do not automatically apply to every code; exceptions are noted where the source provides them.
| Source field | Additional details |
|---|
| cylinder heads & valvetrain | Valve clearance: hydraulic compensation; Camshaft drive: belt and gears in the combined arrangement |
| aspiration | Turbocharger: variable geometry is described; Turbochargers: two are described; Charge-air cooling: air-to-water |
| fuel system & engine management | Fuel system: high-pressure pump; Injector actuation: solenoid; Pressure as stated: 1350bar; Named system: Bosch CP3; Named system: Bosch EDC15 |
| exhaust system | EGR: coolant-cooled; Emissions standard as stated: EU3 |
| dimensions | length: 717 mm; width: 842 mm; height: 688 mm |
| Source field | Additional details |
|---|
| cylinder block & crankcase | Connecting rods: fracture-split |
| cylinder heads & valvetrain | Valve actuation: roller-finger followers; Valve clearance: hydraulic compensation |
| aspiration | Air metering: hot-film or hot-wire mass-airflow sensor; Turbocharger: variable geometry is described; Turbochargers: two are described; Charge-air cooling: air-to-air; Intercooler position: side-mounted; Intake: charge-motion or swirl flaps are described; Named forced-induction supplier or model: Garrett GT1749; Pressure as stated: boost of 2.2 bar |
| fuel system & engine management | Injector actuation: solenoid; Pressure as stated: 1,600 bar; Named system: Bosch EDC16 |
| exhaust system | EGR: coolant-cooled; Emissions standard as stated: Euro3 |
| dimensions | length: 516 mm; mass: 270 kg |