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CGWB 3.0 TFSI 300hp SC

Engine code CGWB is a petrol engine of 2,995 cc, rated at 300 hp.

Cars fitted with CGWB

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA7C7 (2010–2018)300 hp

Which ECU it runs

CGWB is controlled by a Continental Simos 8.5 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 3.0 TFSI supercharged V6 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 CGWB?

CGWB was fitted to the Audi A7 C7 (2010–2018).

What is engine code CGWB?

CGWB is a 3.0 TFSI 300hp SC (petrol).

Which ECU does CGWB use?

CGWB runs a Continental Simos 8.5 engine control unit.