Audi A6 C7 A7 4G Q7 4M 3.0 TDI Quattro Bare Engine CRTE 218HP 79k, WARRANTY

Warranty and technical condition of the part

The engine is sold with a 90-day warranty.

The power unit was tested before removal and is in full working order.

Listing details

The offer applies to a bare engine.

The engine is sold without accessories (e.g. alternator, starter motor, manifolds, injectors, turbocharger, etc.).

Audi A6 C7 A7 4G Q7 4M 3.0 TDI Quattro Bare Engine CRTE 218HP 79k, WARRANTY is a used, factory-spec diesel engine block designed for Audi models with the Quattro drivetrain. This is a solution for users seeking a technically advanced, six-cylinder V6 diesel as a base for professional repair or engine replacement. By maintaining the original CRTE design, it provides a solid foundation for further service work and component installation, ensuring consistency with the factory powertrain architecture.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 059100037
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 059100037
• Substitutable numbers: 059100037, 059 100 037
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Number of cylinders: 6
• Category: Engines
• Engine code: CRTE
• Mileage: 79 000

Technical characteristics of the CRTE engine block

The offered bare engine block belongs to the Engines category and represents the family of modern 3.0 TDI units used in the Audi A6 C7, A7 4G, and Q7 4M with Quattro drive. The design, based on six cylinders in a V6 configuration, ensures high refinement, good mechanical balance, and a favorable power-to-weight ratio. The use of Diesel fuel allows for high torque with moderate fuel consumption, which is particularly important in heavier all-wheel-drive models.

The engine with the CRTE code is designed as a 218 HP unit, which in practice translates into dynamic acceleration, efficient overtaking, and comfortable highway driving. The bare engine block serves as a base for transferring components from the previous unit, allowing for the preservation of the vehicle's equipment configuration and compatibility with existing electronics and the drivetrain.

Application in Audi models with Quattro drive

The 3.0 TDI CRTE engine is intended for installation in popular high-end Audi models, such as the A6 C7, A7 4G, and the Q7 4M SUV. Combined with the Quattro system, it creates a high-traction powertrain suitable for both city driving and long-distance travel. Using this unit as a bare engine block allows for:

• restoring the factory engine performance characteristics in a given Audi model,
• maintaining compatibility with the original cooling system, intake, and exhaust (after transferring components),
• reducing costs compared to purchasing a complete engine with all accessories.

Thanks to this solution, a workshop or private user can flexibly select and transfer additional elements (turbo, injectors, auxiliary equipment) from the previous unit, adjusting the scope of work to the budget and technical requirements.

Benefits of choosing a 3.0 TDI bare engine block

Choosing the CRTE bare engine block as a repair or replacement base offers a number of practical advantages. Key among them are:

• Possibility of individual component configuration – using existing components from the damaged engine allows for cost reduction and the retention of known, proven parts.
• Consistency with Audi's factory architecture – the original V6 TDI design is adapted to the specific requirements of the A6, A7, and Q7 models, which facilitates installation and integration with vehicle electronics.
• Reasonable mileage for a diesel unit – the declared mileage is essential information when planning further operation and potential preventive maintenance.
• Service flexibility – the bare engine block is a good starting point for both standard replacement and deeper renovation of the powertrain.

Intended for informed users and workshops

This 3.0 TDI Quattro engine block is particularly recommended for workshops specializing in the Audi brand and for users planning a professional powertrain repair instead of temporary solutions. It enables:

• comprehensive engine rebuilding while maintaining original performance parameters,
• control over the scope of replaced elements and the quality of parts used,
• preparing the car for further, intensive use in city and highway conditions.

Due to the nature of the product as a bare engine block, installation in a specialized service center is recommended to ensure proper transfer of components, timing setup, and engine control unit configuration in accordance with CRTE unit requirements.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as blocks, cylinder heads, or complete power units, check out the available parts in the Audi Engines category.

Technical support and engine selection

When choosing a used engine block, it is worth paying attention to the specifics of a given generation of diesel units, their typical issues, and the costs of potential repairs. For comparison with other popular diesel designs and a better understanding of how different solutions affect durability and service budget, comparative material regarding BMW units may be helpful – you can find it in the article BMW N47 vs M57 / M57N / M57N2 – ranking of legendary diesels.

If you are interested in the broader context of modern engine failure rates and want to better plan your repair budget, it is also worth reading the guide on problematic units in the E90 series, available in the blog post Faulty BMW E90 engines: check what can ruin your budget. This will allow you to consciously assess how beneficial an investment in a properly selected 3.0 TDI block for an Audi can be.