Produced between 2000 and 2002, the Audi AKF or A8 3.3 TDI 3.3-liter diesel engine was only fitted to the first generation of the A8 sedan in modified versions following its redesign. The other V8 diesel models had a chain system; this is the only one with a timing belt.
The EA898 series also includes: AKF, ASE, BTR, CKDA, CCGA, CZAC, DHVA.
Specifications
| Production years | 2000-2002 |
| Displacement, cc | 3328 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 224 |
| Torque output, Nm | 480 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron V8 |
| Block head | aluminum 32v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 78.3 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86.4 |
| Compression ratio | 18.0 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | Garrett GTA1749V |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 6.0 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Audi A8 2001) — city — highway — combined |
13.9 7.3 9.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 220 |
The engine was installed on:
- Audi A8 D2 (4D) in 2000 – 2002.
Disadvantages of the Audi AKF engine
Rapid camshaft wear is the engine’s most well-known issue; rockers are frequently damaged, and hydraulic lifters also need to be replaced;
Second, there are fuel system malfunctions, such as injector and injection pump failures;
Keep a close eye on the timing belt’s condition because a break causes the valves to bend. Turbines, flow meters, and a shoddy cooling system are additional vulnerabilities.