Turbo Replacement Cost S6?

[MWMM3]

How much does it cost to replace the turbos should they both fail on the S6 (2016)? Are there any other parts that are costly with this vehicle? What other parts break down and what is the average cost?

[MWMM3]

Am I better off with an A6 Comp?

[digdah]

How much searching have you done on the forum?

[nate.the.great]

Am I better off with an A6 Comp?

if you're already this worried, then yes you are. get a 3.0T where all you have to do is replace the water pump and thermostat from time to time; AND you have the ZF transmission. go stage 2, and be happy.

[karlito]

How much does it cost to replace the turbos should they both fail on the S6 (2016)? Are there any other parts that are costly with this vehicle? What other parts break down and what is the average cost?

You can get turbos for fairly cheap. If you want to go stage 3 you're looking at nearly 10K for parts/tune + installation. For clarity that would be Turbos, filter/gaskets, downpipe, intake. Outside of the turbos there really isn't a major issue with this platform.

[infinitereality]

Also consider you may need to replace front suspension at some point, depending on mileage. I didn't realize this, but have since read some where the bushings are good to ~40k. I made it to 63k before the front lower forward control arm bushing blew out. Parts are around $1k if you upgrade to adjustable uppers, little less for non-adjustable. Adjustable is to keep the alignment in spec after lowering.

[Valpo A7]

Cost depends on if you are gonna turn a wrench or write a check.

A replacement set of aftermarket turbo's will run you easily $2K in parts.

[15 Phantom S6]

Not sure if you are referring to upgrade to RS7 turbos, hybrid turbos or stock ones but another cost no one has mentioned yet is the cost of the stage 3 ecu and tcu software tuning.. If you go APR, it's not cheap... Obviously not an issue if you are referring to just replace with stock units..

[97B518TQM]

The most important thing here is are you taking the car to the stealership or are you doing it yourself or are you taking it to an independent shop and so on. If you go the dealership they will have to use all original brand new turbos with the manifolds and so you can expect at least a $6-8k bill easily. If you take it to a different shop then you will save on the labor rate some and if they are open to it you can source your own turbo cores and just get the SRM cores, which even if you don't want to go full stage 3 can be still used just fine with stock tune, you just won't get their full potential as the ECU will regulate their boost/output to meet the specified mixture from the stock tune. Labor and parts will probably run you $4k going that route. And if you do it yourself and you just swap the cores with some SRM cores and minimal other part replacement then you are looking at around $2200 for parts including replacement gaskets and whatnot. The absolute cheapest route you can go is buying someone's used good turbos that they are selling because they are going to stage 3. They you can expect to pay about $1000 for parts. That will be the minimum to get you on the road if your turbos blow, ASSUMING nothing else gets damaged when they blow. Hope this helps.

I have said this to several people in the past and will say it again. If you are one of those people that runs to the dealer for every little issue with your car then this is NOT the car for you without full warranty. If you are comfortable taking apart cars, tightening bolts to spec and you already have a nice full toolbox then you should be fine if you go in with the right expectations. These cars are reliable once the possible turbos failure is remedied by doing the preventative thing. Doing that yourself is about $500 in parts. Taking it to the dealership is a lot more. Most people I know would not comfortable doing it themselves though as it is a fairly involved process but still nothing like pulling an engine out and rebuilding it down to the bare block. It's just a puzzle, a very expensive puzzle. :)

[ry0t05]

This kind of stuff is certainly all over the C7 forum, but I still think summary threads like this are nice every once in awhile.

For people that have footed the bill to replace blown turbos at either Audi or an independent shop, please chime in with your costs. Greatly appreciated

[Szaid001]

The most important thing here is are you taking the car to the stealership or are you doing it yourself or are you taking it to an independent shop and so on. If you go the dealership they will have to use all original brand new turbos with the manifolds and so you can expect at least a $6-8k bill easily. If you take it to a different shop then you will save on the labor rate some and if they are open to it you can source your own turbo cores and just get the SRM cores, which even if you don't want to go full stage 3 can be still used just fine with stock tune, you just won't get their full potential as the ECU will regulate their boost/output to meet the specified mixture from the stock tune. Labor and parts will probably run you $4k going that route. And if you do it yourself and you just swap the cores with some SRM cores and minimal other part replacement then you are looking at around $2200 for parts including replacement gaskets and whatnot. The absolute cheapest route you can go is buying someone's used good turbos that they are selling because they are going to stage 3. They you can expect to pay about $1000 for parts. That will be the minimum to get you on the road if your turbos blow, ASSUMING nothing else gets damaged when they blow. Hope this helps.

I have said this to several people in the past and will say it again. If you are one of those people that runs to the dealer for every little issue with your car then this is NOT the car for you without full warranty. If you are comfortable taking apart cars, tightening bolts to spec and you already have a nice full toolbox then you should be fine if you go in with the right expectations. These cars are reliable once the possible turbos failure is remedied by doing the preventative thing. Doing that yourself is about $500 in parts. Taking it to the dealership is a lot more. Most people I know would not comfortable doing it themselves though as it is a fairly involved process but still nothing like pulling an engine out and rebuilding it down to the bare block. It's just a puzzle, a very expensive puzzle. :)

You nailed it bro. take it to Indy shop, pay the bills and enjoy the car. Not all turbos blow bro, but if they did, just get it taken care off, otherwise, go drive a Camry or civic. My take is to enjoy life, have fun.

[MWMM3]

Not much but I've heard that it costs around $4k (RS7 turbos???) but I've also heard that it costs around $10k....

[wwhan]

Not much but I've heard that it costs around $4k (RS7 turbos???) but I've also heard that it costs around $10k....

There are options. It depends on what you choose, at a dealer, the turbo and exhaust manifold are changed, which is more expensive (especially list).

Turbocharger 079-145-722-B RS7; RIGHT
List $3,100.00
online $2,495.50

Turbocharger 079-145-721-B RS7; LEFT
List $3,100.00
online $2,495.50

At $10k, then that would probably include parts & labor at an Audi dealer.

The SRM CHRA is just the turbine, parts are much cheaper: 4.0TFSI OEM RS7 CHRA Turbo Upgrade CHRAs $1595.00 or about $2338.00 with the basic parts added.

[parkstr8]

I keep checking back to see if the new owner of my S6 has blown the turbos yet. lol

But to answer your questions...its all here: https://www.audizine.com/forum/showt...own-Turbo-Poll

[cooltj50]

The most important thing here is are you taking the car to the stealership or are you doing it yourself or are you taking it to an independent shop and so on. If you go the dealership they will have to use all original brand new turbos with the manifolds and so you can expect at least a $6-8k bill easily. If you take it to a different shop then you will save on the labor rate some and if they are open to it you can source your own turbo cores and just get the SRM cores, which even if you don't want to go full stage 3 can be still used just fine with stock tune, you just won't get their full potential as the ECU will regulate their boost/output to meet the specified mixture from the stock tune. Labor and parts will probably run you $4k going that route. And if you do it yourself and you just swap the cores with some SRM cores and minimal other part replacement then you are looking at around $2200 for parts including replacement gaskets and whatnot. The absolute cheapest route you can go is buying someone's used good turbos that they are selling because they are going to stage 3. They you can expect to pay about $1000 for parts. That will be the minimum to get you on the road if your turbos blow, ASSUMING nothing else gets damaged when they blow. Hope this helps.

I have said this to several people in the past and will say it again. If you are one of those people that runs to the dealer for every little issue with your car then this is NOT the car for you without full warranty. If you are comfortable taking apart cars, tightening bolts to spec and you already have a nice full toolbox then you should be fine if you go in with the right expectations. These cars are reliable once the possible turbos failure is remedied by doing the preventative thing. Doing that yourself is about $500 in parts. Taking it to the dealership is a lot more. Most people I know would not comfortable doing it themselves though as it is a fairly involved process but still nothing like pulling an engine out and rebuilding it down to the bare block. It's just a puzzle, a very expensive puzzle. :)

Hello, I am new to the 4.0T and I think I have the dreaded blown turbo problem. I plan on replacing them myself, but I have a question. Can I upgrade my 2013 S6 with RS7 turbos using the same parts (example being manifold) i would remove from the S6 turbos? Also, are these the correct part numbers, 079145721B and 073145722B, to order for the RS7 turbos to replace the S6 turbos? Thanks for any help you can provide.

[daytona rs7]

Hello, I am new to the 4.0T and I think I have the dreaded blown turbo problem. I plan on replacing them myself, but I have a question. Can I upgrade my 2013 S6 with RS7 turbos using the same parts (example being manifold) i would remove from the S6 turbos? Also, are these the correct part numbers, 079145721B and 073145722B, to order for the RS7 turbos to replace the S6 turbos? Thanks for any help you can provide.

trying not to sound like a dick here, but if you are incapable of finding OEM part numbers for something as simple and thoroughly discussed as the turbo(s), do not do the work yourself.
there are many options (aftermarket assemblies, aftermarket cores, OEM, RS7 turbo upgrades, etc).
here is a link to OEM https://www.audiusaparts.com/v-2017-...and-components

If you chose anything besides OEM S6 size turbos, your going down a rabbit hole of other required supporting mods. all of which has been thoroughly discussed on this forum.

the point if the thread in the link is different, but its kind of the "norm" if you upsize the turbos to RS7 you can expect to have to do the same. cooling modification and maybe even e85 (or a blend of) to keep temps down are important for the S6 when going bigger turbos.
https://www.audizine.com/forum/showt...ist-and-advice

don't forget all your gaskets, PVC valve, oil screen removal/replacement, etc. when replacing the turbos.

[09S5]

Thanks for the advice.

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[Freemann]

After my turbos were blown. I have replaced mine with a Chinese turbo cartridge (turbine). $750 for the pair. They are in now for almost 40.000 miles. Still no issues or play in them.
While I was in there I replaced PCV valve, oil screen, solenoid and oil temp.

[mmurphys7]

The most important thing here is are you taking the car to the stealership or are you doing it yourself or are you taking it to an independent shop and so on. If you go the dealership they will have to use all original brand new turbos with the manifolds and so you can expect at least a $6-8k bill easily. If you take it to a different shop then you will save on the labor rate some and if they are open to it you can source your own turbo cores and just get the SRM cores, which even if you don't want to go full stage 3 can be still used just fine with stock tune, you just won't get their full potential as the ECU will regulate their boost/output to meet the specified mixture from the stock tune. Labor and parts will probably run you $4k going that route. And if you do it yourself and you just swap the cores with some SRM cores and minimal other part replacement then you are looking at around $2200 for parts including replacement gaskets and whatnot. The absolute cheapest route you can go is buying someone's used good turbos that they are selling because they are going to stage 3. They you can expect to pay about $1000 for parts. That will be the minimum to get you on the road if your turbos blow, ASSUMING nothing else gets damaged when they blow. Hope this helps.

I have said this to several people in the past and will say it again. If you are one of those people that runs to the dealer for every little issue with your car then this is NOT the car for you without full warranty. If you are comfortable taking apart cars, tightening bolts to spec and you already have a nice full toolbox then you should be fine if you go in with the right expectations. These cars are reliable once the possible turbos failure is remedied by doing the preventative thing. Doing that yourself is about $500 in parts. Taking it to the dealership is a lot more. Most people I know would not comfortable doing it themselves though as it is a fairly involved process but still nothing like pulling an engine out and rebuilding it down to the bare block. It's just a puzzle, a very expensive puzzle. :)

Doing the preventative thing? Please expand on this. By chance are you referring the the service bulletin on C7.5 S7 turbos? I believe this is related to the oil screen.

Has anyone had success getting the dealer to do this work under warranty before failure?

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