A Five-Cylinder TraditionAudi has long been involved in motorsports, with its latest major push coming in Formula 1. But one of its most significant chapters dates back to early rally racing, where the automaker championed key innovations such as the Quattro all-wheel-drive system and a turbocharged five-cylinder engine. That distinctive layout has endured over the years, and one modern iteration is the 2.5-liter turbocharged DAZA engine pulled from a 2017 Audi RS3.Deutsche Auto Parts obtained the engine to assess how well it holds up after more than 140,000 miles. According to the shop, cars equipped with the 2.5T engine are not usually driven long enough to reveal their long-term reliability, as some end up as garage queens while others are heavily abused at the track. This teardown not only highlighted potential issues owners may encounter with the engine but also served another purpose: one builder was hoping to …
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Author: Rex Sanchez
