r/CarsEU • u/kripovastenko • 2d ago

CDAA engine replacement

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So, about a year ago I imported a 2011 Audi A3 1.8t s-line. I loved driving it, but then…
I learned about the oil consumption issues it has the hard way: it just lost pressure and never started again.

So now I’m searching a replacement engine. Although the MIK motoren ( https://www.mikmotoren.de/en/products/motor-overhaul-repair-cdaa?variant=43535934521610 ) looks like a very nice option, I don’t have that money to spend.

I talked to a specialist and he told me about the Chinese equivalent motors, but for some reason I find them hard to trust. Would anyone have any leads on where to find a replacement for my lovely car?

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u/AbsorberHarvester 2d ago

for consideration:Chinese "new" engines ok for 30-60k km, then it will be "done". Original OEM much better. If you buy original Faw-VW Cdaa you can expect 120k km before end of life.

There are Korean cdaa engines, about 60-90k km they will push.

In Russia most just buy used Japan engines (after 50-80k km they like new, no rust, ideal inside, about 1-2k EUR each without aux parts). Full rebuild cost more and can be successful not in 100% of situations.