Since 2017, the Gyěr plant has been producing the 3.0-liter Audi DCPC 3.0 TDI diesel engine, which is exclusively found in the Q5 crossover, which is highly favored in the European market. This diesel satisfies the strict Euro 6d-TEMP emission standards and is part of the EA897 EVO-2 series.
The EA897 series also includes: CJMA, CDUC, CDUD, CRCA, CRTC, CVMD, DCPC.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2017 |
| Displacement, cc | 2967 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 286 |
| Torque output, Nm | 620 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 83 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 91.4 |
| Compression ratio | 16.0 |
| Features | 2 x DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | VGT |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 8.0 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Audi Q5 2018) — city — highway — combined |
7.1 6.0 6.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~330 000 |
| Weight, kg | 190 |
The engine was installed on:
- Audi Q5 2 (FY) since 2017.
Disadvantages of the Audi DCPC engine
Only positive reviews regarding their power efficiency on specialized forums;
The CR Bosch fuel system is likely to be the most problematic.
As usual, the EGR valve and particulate filter will have numerous issues;
Since the timing has become more compact, it is unlikely that the chain resource will be longer than 200–300 thousand kilometers.