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BTR 4.2 TDI 326hp

Engine code BTR is a diesel engine of 4,134 cc, rated at 326 hp. It was fitted to 5 different Audi models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with BTR

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA4B7 (2004–2008)326 hp
AudiA6C6 (2004–2011)326 hp
AudiA8D2 (2000–2002)326 hp
AudiA8D3 (2002–2009)326 hp
AudiQ74L (2005–2015)326 hp

Which ECU it runs

BTR is controlled by a Bosch EDC16CP34 engine control unit.

What goes wrong with this engine

The faults this engine is genuinely known for — and the timing arrangement, which decides a great deal about running costs — are covered in 4.2 V8 FSI problems.

Where to find your engine code

The three or four letter code is stamped on the engine block and is usually printed in the service book. It is also stored electronically, so any diagnostic tool that talks to the engine control unit will read it back without you having to find the stamping.

The code matters more than the model year. Cars of the same age and badge were built with different engines, and the timing arrangement, common faults and correct parts all follow the code rather than the year.

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Common questions

What car has engine code BTR?

BTR was fitted to the Audi A4 B7 (2004–2008), the Audi A6 C6 (2004–2011), the Audi A8 D2 (2000–2002), the Audi A8 D3 (2002–2009), the Audi Q7 4L (2005–2015).

What is engine code BTR?

BTR is a 4.2 TDI 326hp (diesel).

Which ECU does BTR use?

BTR runs a Bosch EDC16CP34 engine control unit.