Audi A3 Turbo Replacement

Three generations of A3 come through our workshop, from the 8L with its 1.8T and 1.9 TDI to the 8V running the 1.0, 1.4 and 1.8 TFSI. We supply turbos for all of them as reconditioned, remanufactured, new or new OEM units.

Stocked units are dispatched quickly, with delivery in as little as 24 hours and a 1 to 2 year unlimited mileage warranty on every one.

Shop Audi A3 Turbos by Fuel Type

With more than 40 turbos listed, the A3 range is one of the largest on our site. Most are for the 1.9 and 2.0 TDI, so most diesel owners will find their unit in the Diesel tab.

If the A3 turbo you need is not shown, send us the part number and we will check availability. Our Audi turbo page covers the rest of the range.

Audi A3 Turbos for Drivers, Garages and Motor Factors

Technical Support

Our technicians can help you match an A3 turbo to the right generation and engine.

24 Hour Delivery Available

Stocked A3 units reach most mainland UK addresses quickly.

1-2 Years Warranty

Every A3 turbo comes with 1 or 2 years of cover and no mileage cap.

Quality Service

Quotes include the unit and delivery, with nothing extra later.

Audi A3 Turbo by Generation

Audi gives each A3 generation its own code, 8L, 8P or 8V, which you can confirm from the logbook or the service book. Find your generation and engine below, along with the turbo codes that go with it.

GenerationEngineEngine CodesTurbo Codes
8L (1996 to 2003)1.8TAGU, AJQ, APP, AQA, ARX, ARY, ARZ, AUM, AUQ5303-988-0011, 5303-988-0035, 5303-988-0052, 5303-988-0058
8L (1996 to 2003)1.9 TDIAGR, AHF, ALH, ARL, ASV, ASZ, ATD, AUY, AXR454195-0001, 454232-5011S, 768329-5001S, 768331-5002S, 713672-5006S, 713673-5006S, 712078-5001S, 716860-5004S, 720855-5006S, 716216-0001, 716213-0001, 721021-5006S, 5439-988-0017, 722730-5003S, 5439-988-0018
8P (2003 to 2012)1.4 TFSICAXA49373-01005
8P (2003 to 2012)1.8 TFSIBYT, BZB, CDHA5303-988-0134, 5303-988-0141
8P (2003 to 2012)2.0 TFSIAXX, CAWB, CCZA, CCZB5303-988-0086, 5303-988-0290
8P (2003 to 2012)1.6 TDICAYB, CAYC775517-5001S
8P (2003 to 2012)1.9 TDIBJB, BKC, BLS, BXE751851-5003S, 5439-988-0022, 5439-988-0072
8P (2003 to 2012)2.0 TDIAZV, BKD, BMM, BMN, CBAA, CBAB, CBBB, CFFB, CFGB, CFHC724930-5009S, 757042-5015S, 5303-988-0132, 5303-988-0205, 5303-988-0207, 5440-988-0021, 785448-5005S
8V (2012 to 2020)1.0 TFSICHZB, CHZC, DKLA, DKRF1633-988-0022
8V (2012 to 2020)1.4 TFSICHPA, CMBA, CPTA, CPVA, CXSA, CZCA, CZDA, CZEA49180-01275, 49180-01405, 9V205
8V (2012 to 2020)1.8 TFSICJSA, CJSB06K145701T
8V (2012 to 2020)1.6 TDICLHA813860-5001S
8V (2012 to 2020)2.0 TDICKFC, CRBC, CRLB, DFEA030TC11002000

Audi A3 Turbo Replacement Cost

Expect an Audi A3 turbo replacement to cost from £200 to beyond £1,200.

For most A3 owners, going for a reconditioned turbo brings the bill down without giving anything up on testing or warranty.

Audi A3 Turbo Options Explained

Here is how the four types of replacement differ for an A3.

Reconditioned Exchange

Your old turbo is exchanged for a rebuilt one, which suits most 8L and 8P cars.

Remanufactured

Every internal part is renewed, which makes sense on an 8V A3 with plenty of life left.

New

A new aftermarket unit with no core to return.

New OEM

The factory-specification part, often picked for later 8V models.

Every option is available as a replacement turbo for the A3 generations in the table.

Ordering an Audi A3 Turbo

1. Check the Generation

8L, 8P or 8V, as shown in your logbook.

2. Note the Turbo Number

Read it from the turbo plate, or give us your registration.

3. Confirm and Order

We check the match and send you a price and delivery date.

4. Exchange the Old Unit

On exchange orders, the old turbo comes back for rebuilding.


Why A3 Drivers Trust Essex Turbos

Many A3s are former company cars that have covered big motorway miles on the 2.0 TDI, and their turbos tend to wear at the bearings and variable vanes. Our Workshop Technicians strip each one, replace the worn parts and test the rebuilt unit before it goes out.

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Excellent service. Rebuilt my k04 turbo with an uprated thrust bearing which is capable of 350bhp as the original one had shot to bits. Thanks again.
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Great product and no waiting as available to collect immediately
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We have been using Essex Turbochargers for many years buying new or having turbos reconditioned when needed. They are always helpful, professional and very reasonably priced considering the quality of work. thanks again Signature Car Sales
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Was recomended to buy turbo from here so glad i was. . Correct turbo as well next day delivered fitted day after car drives like dream. Essexturbos was probably the name that was mentioned wen i was looking and they proved to be excellent in all aspects. Very pleased.
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Used Essex turbos twice now both times the staff are so helpful,parts turn up when they should,constant email confirmation of whats happening and never an issue with the parts that turn up i can not thank them enough for all the assistance we have had from this well organised company.This is the only place i will get turbos from now and will be advising anyone that needs turbos etc to use Essex turbos
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An absolute pleasure dealing with Karen from beginning to end. Great product and amazing service. Well worth the money spent.
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Used Essex turbos a good number of times and cannot fault the company, fast delivery, and very good communication every time. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Regards Vagwerke performance ltd
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Used Essex turbos multiple times and always happy with service and cost! Will always recommend them
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Essex Turbos refurbished the turbo for my 2.0 TDI CBB engine for £450-500. They were consistently very friendly over the phone and in person. One of the engineers visually inspected a turbo I had bought and had an issue with free of charge - a deconstruction and a written report is £150, but would not have helped me in this situation. I have had no problems with the refurbished turbo, but if I did, they have a good complaints process to which they would inspect how it broke and decide whether it was their fault or not. I very much trust their honesty if it came to this. They dealt extremely well with a phone call they received from the other turbo company I dealt with threatening to sue them. I would definitely come back if I get future turbo-related problems.
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Absolutely amazing service from these guys , was really stuck to find any turbo for a vehicle I was repairing, they sauced new parts to rebuild the old unit , and have really helped me out I’d a very difficult situation, will definitely be using them again , brilliant customer service and more than just helpful , keep up the good work 👍👍👍
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Speak to Us About an Audi A3 Turbo

Tell us the registration or the turbo number, and we can confirm which unit your A3 needs. Our pages for the Audi S3 turbo and Audi A1 turbo cover the A3’s sporty and smaller siblings, and every model is listed on our Audi turbo page.

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Answers on Audi A3 Turbos

Most units are priced from £200 to £1,200, depending on the generation, the engine and whether you choose new or reconditioned.

The 8L was built from 1996 to 2003, the 8P from 2003 to 2012 and the 8V from 2012 to 2020. Your logbook date and the model code on the data sticker confirm it.

Yes. The three-cylinder 1.0 TFSI uses a small turbo, and we list a replacement unit for it.

Oil in the intake or exhaust can come from worn turbo seals, but a blocked crankcase breather or oil return pipe causes the same symptom. Have those checked first, as a new turbo will leak too if the cause is elsewhere.