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DNUE 2.0 TFSI 300hp

Engine code DNUE is a petrol, rated at 300 hp. It was fitted to 3 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with DNUE

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiS38V (2013–2020)300 hp
VWGolfMk7 / 5G (2012–2020)300 hp
VWT-RocA1 (2017–2024)300 hp

Which ECU it runs

DNUE is controlled by a Continental Simos 18.1 / 18.10 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 EA888 1.8 and 2.0 TSI 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 DNUE?

DNUE was fitted to the Audi S3 8V (2013–2020), the VW Golf Mk7 / 5G (2012–2020), the VW T-Roc A1 (2017–2024).

What is engine code DNUE?

DNUE is a 2.0 TFSI 300hp (petrol).

Which ECU does DNUE use?

DNUE runs a Continental Simos 18.1 / 18.10 engine control unit.