From 2000 to 2005, the company assembled and installed the 3.0-liter, 30-valve Audi ASN 3.0 V6 engine on advanced versions of several well-known models, including the A4, A6, and A8. The BBJ index had a derated version of the unit for developing nations.
The EA835 series includes: ABC, AAH, ALF, BDV, ARE, ACK, ALG, BBJ, ASN.
Specifications
| Production years | 2000-2005 |
| Displacement, cc | 2976 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 220 |
| Torque output, Nm | 300 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 30v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 82.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 92.8 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chains + belt |
| Phase regulator | on all shafts |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 6.3 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Audi A6 2003) — city — highway — combined |
16.0 8.6 11.3 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Audi A4 B6 (8E) in 2000 – 2004;
- Audi A6 C5 (4B) in 2001 – 2005;
- Audi A8 D3 (4E) in 2003 – 2005.
Disadvantages of the Audi ASN engine
Although the aluminum motor is sleeved from the factory, scuffing is not a common issue;
Ignition coil failure is the most frequent cause of engine failure;
Phase regulators frequently need to be repaired or replaced after a run of roughly 100,000 km;
Oil leaks, block cracks, crumbling sleeves due to overheating, and antifreeze
Additionally, sensors malfunction and the crankcase ventilation system is frequently clogged.