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DETA 3.0 TFSI 354hp

Engine code DETA is a petrol engine of 2,995 cc, rated at 354 hp. It was fitted to 7 different Audi models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with DETA

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA4B9 (2015–2024)354 hp
AudiA5F5 (2016–2024)354 hp
AudiA6C8 (2018–2024)354 hp
AudiA7C8 (2018–2024)354 hp
AudiA8D5 (2017–2024)354 hp
AudiQ74M (2015–2024)354 hp
AudiQ84M (2018–2024)354 hp

Which ECU it runs

DETA is controlled by a Bosch MG1CS011 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 DETA?

DETA was fitted to the Audi A4 B9 (2015–2024), the Audi A5 F5 (2016–2024), the Audi A6 C8 (2018–2024), the Audi A7 C8 (2018–2024), the Audi A8 D5 (2017–2024), the Audi Q7 4M (2015–2024).

What is engine code DETA?

DETA is a 3.0 TFSI 354hp (petrol).

Which ECU does DETA use?

DETA runs a Bosch MG1CS011 engine control unit.