What brand is the engine of the Audi A3?

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ZoeyLynn
07/30/25 5:26am
The engine used in the Audi A3 is from the Volkswagen brand. Volkswagen engines utilize German technology and are produced domestically in China. The engine model used in the Audi A3 is the DJS, with a maximum horsepower of 150 HP, a maximum power output of 110 KW, a maximum power speed range of 5000-6000 rpm, and a maximum torque of 250 Nm. For daily maintenance of the Audi A3's engine, the following methods can be employed: Use lubricating oil of the appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, select SD--SF grade gasoline engine oil based on the additional equipment in the intake and exhaust systems and usage conditions. For diesel engines, choose CB--CD grade diesel engine oil according to mechanical load, with the selection standard not lower than the manufacturer's specified requirements. Regularly change the engine oil and oil filter. The quality of any lubricating oil will deteriorate during use. After a certain mileage, performance degradation can lead to various engine problems. To avoid malfunctions, change the oil periodically based on usage conditions and maintain an appropriate oil level. As oil passes through the fine pores of the filter, solid particles and viscous substances accumulate in the filter. If the filter becomes clogged and oil cannot pass through, it may rupture the filter or open the bypass valve, allowing contaminants to return to the lubrication areas, accelerating engine wear and increasing internal contamination. Regularly clean the crankcase. During engine operation, high-pressure unburned gases, acids, moisture, sulfur, and nitrogen oxides from the combustion chamber enter the crankcase through the gap between the piston rings and cylinder walls, mixing with metal particles from component wear to form sludge. In small amounts, it remains suspended in the oil; in large amounts, it precipitates, clogging filters and oil passages, making engine lubrication difficult and causing wear. Periodically use a radiator cleaner to flush the radiator. Removing rust and scale deposits not only ensures the engine operates properly but also extends the overall lifespan of the radiator and engine.
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