Does the Audi Q8 burn engine oil?
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Audi Q8 burning engine oil is an individual case, not a common situation. When a vehicle experiences engine oil burning: The engine's valve guide wears unevenly and the valve oil seal ages, creating gaps that allow engine oil to enter the combustion chamber and burn. Causes of engine oil burning in cars: Front and rear crankshaft oil seals aging, excessive piston clearance, clogged air filter, leaking valve oil seals, and insufficient sealing. Consequences of engine oil burning: This leads to incomplete combustion of gases in the engine's combustion chamber, resulting in increased carbon deposits, reduced vehicle power performance, sluggish acceleration, increased fuel consumption, and more severe exhaust emissions that may even exceed standards. It also increases the owner's financial burden. The engine piston rings can become stuck due to carbon deposits, losing their oil-scraping function and worsening the oil burning. Additionally, engine lubrication becomes insufficient due to oil burning, potentially causing engine damage, severe cases may lead to cylinder scoring or complete engine failure.
I've been driving my Audi Q8 for just over a year, but I've already noticed that the oil consumption is a bit high. After the last service, the oil dipstick dropped to the lower mark after only 6,000 kilometers. My friend's older Q7 is even more extreme, needing to top up half a liter almost every 1,000 kilometers. The dealership says it's normal consumption, but I feel German cars are really not as worry-free as Japanese cars in this regard. I recommend new car owners to frequently check their oil levels and always keep a bottle of genuine oil in the trunk, especially if you often drive on highways.
