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DGTE 2.0 TDI 190hp

Engine code DGTE is a diesel engine of 1,968 cc, rated at 190 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 DGTE

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA38V (2012–2020)190 hp
AudiA3GY (2020–2024)190 hp
AudiA4B9 (2015–2024)190 hp
AudiA5F5 (2016–2024)190 hp
AudiA6C8 (2018–2024)190 hp
AudiQ3F3 (2018–2024)190 hp
AudiQ5FY (2016–2024)190 hp

Which ECU it runs

DGTE is controlled by a Bosch EDC17C64 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 2.0 TDI common rail 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 DGTE?

DGTE was fitted to the Audi A3 8V (2012–2020), the Audi A3 GY (2020–2024), the Audi A4 B9 (2015–2024), the Audi A5 F5 (2016–2024), the Audi A6 C8 (2018–2024), the Audi Q3 F3 (2018–2024).

What is engine code DGTE?

DGTE is a 2.0 TDI 190hp (diesel).

Which ECU does DGTE use?

DGTE runs a Bosch EDC17C64 engine control unit.