PopularDiesel HeadAudi 2.0 TDI Cylinder Head
CAGA / CAHA / CGLB · 03L head
A3A4A5A6Q5
- Common cracking / valve-seat issues
- Q5 2.0 TDI CAH head listed R9,000 in SA
- Camshaft wear a known weak point
Typical used price
R6,500 – R11,000
Audi Cylinder Heads for Sale
Used Audi cylinder heads, 2.0 TDI, 2.0 TFSI, 1.8T 20v and 3.0 TDI V6, tested and delivered nationwide.
Searching for a used Audi cylinder head for sale in South Africa? A cracked or warped head, often from overheating, a failed gasket or a cambelt mishap, doesn’t have to mean a whole new engine. We carry tested second-hand heads across the range: the 2.0 TDI (a known cracker), the EA888 2.0 TFSI, the older 1.8T 20v, the 3.0 TDI V6 and the 1.4 TFSI.
A good used head from a low-mileage donor is the cost-effective fix when the rest of your engine is sound. Each head is checked for cracks and obvious wear before sale. Send us your VIN or engine code and we’ll match the correct casting, and let you know whether it comes bare or with cams and valves.
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Audi Cylinder Heads We Stock
Used heads by engine. The 2.0 TDI and 2.0 TFSI move fastest. Diesel heads are sold per bank on the V6.
Photos are representative of each category — you’ll receive the exact part matched to your VIN. Prices are typical South African used-market ranges; we quote each unit individually.
PopularDiesel HeadPopularPetrol HeadAudi 2.0 TFSI Cylinder Head
CDN / CAEB / BHZ · 06H / 06K head
A3A4A5Q5S3
- EA888 petrol head, carbon build-up common
- S3 8P BHZ head listed R7,000 in SA
- Cam-follower / HPFP lobe wear on early units
Typical used price
R6,000 – R10,000
Petrol Head (20v)Audi 1.8T Cylinder Head (20v)
AGU / AWT / BFB · 058 103 373
A3 8LA4 B5/B6A6 C5TT 8N
- Classic 5-valve-per-cylinder 20v head
- Listed R4,000 neg in SA
- Oil-sludge & cam wear typical faults
Typical used price
R3,500 – R6,500
Diesel Head (V6)Audi 3.0 TDI V6 Cylinder Head (per bank)
CDU / CVU / CLA · 059 103 (L/R)
A4A6A7Q7
- Sold per bank (left or right)
- Larger/heavier casting than 2.0 TDI
- Scarcer locally; mostly quote-on-request
Typical used price
R8,000 – R15,000
Petrol HeadAudi 1.4 TFSI Cylinder Head
CAXA / CZCA / CZEA · 03C / 04E
A1A3Q3A4 (1.4)
- Smaller 4-cyl petrol head, lower-cost tier
- Timing-chain-tensioner failures stress it
- Fed by abundant A1/A3 1.4 strip stock
Typical used price
R4,000 – R7,500
RS 5-Cylinder HeadAudi 2.5 TFSI 5-Cyl Cylinder Head
CEPA / DAZA · 07K / 06F head
RS3TT RSRS Q3
- Single head spanning all five cylinders
- Rare in SA, RS engines seldom broken
- Performance / collector premium
Typical used price
R12,000 – R22,000
Cylinder Heads Price Guide (South Africa)
Indicative used-market ranges by variant. Final price depends on condition, mileage and availability — request a quote for an exact figure including delivery.
| Cylinder Head | Price Range |
|---|---|
| 2.0 TDI Cylinder Head | R6,500 – R11,000 |
| 2.0 TFSI Cylinder Head | R6,000 – R10,000 |
| 1.8T Cylinder Head (20v) | R3,500 – R6,500 |
| 3.0 TDI V6 Cylinder Head (per bank) | R8,000 – R15,000 |
| 1.4 TFSI Cylinder Head | R4,000 – R7,500 |
| 2.5 TFSI 5-Cyl Cylinder Head | R12,000 – R22,000 |
Understanding the Options
Diesel Heads (TDI)
The 2.0 TDI head is one of our highest-demand parts, these are well known for cracking and valve-seat issues. The 3.0 TDI V6 head is sold per bank (left or right).
Petrol Heads (TFSI)
The EA888 2.0 TFSI and the smaller 1.4 TFSI heads. Carbon build-up and cam-follower wear are the usual reasons these get replaced.
20v & RS Heads
The classic 1.8T 20v five-valve head is the most affordable tier and abundant in older stock. The 2.5 TFSI five-cylinder head (RS3, TT RS) is the rare, performance end.
Why Buy from Audi Scrap Yard?
Tested & Inspected
Every part is checked and, where possible, test-run before it leaves the yard.
30-Day Warranty
All parts are covered by our standard 30-day warranty for peace of mind.
Delivered Nationwide
Palletised and freighted to every province in South Africa, or collect in Centurion.
When the Audi Cylinder Head Lets Go
A blown head gasket, an overheating episode or a snapped cambelt can leave a cylinder head cracked or warped — but it rarely means the whole engine is finished. The Audi 2.0 TDI is especially well known for cracking between the valve seats, which is why used heads for it are one of our most-requested parts. If your bottom end is sound, a tested second-hand head is the cost-effective fix.
Heads are specific to the engine code and casting, and on the 3.0 TDI V6 they’re sold per bank. If the head was damaged by an overheating event that also cooked the bottom end, weigh up a reconditioned short-block instead. And if the failure traces back to a turbo that pushed oil and heat into the head, price a diesel turbo at the same time so you don’t repeat the damage.
What you’ll need on reassembly
Always fit new torque-to-yield head bolts and a fresh gasket set, and renew the timing components while the head is off. Tell us your engine code — or browse Audi A4 spares — and we’ll confirm the correct casting, whether it comes bare or with cams and valves, and point you to the right gasket kit.
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Cylinder Heads Delivery Across South Africa
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Cylinder Heads — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a used Audi cylinder head cost in South Africa?
A 1.8T 20v head starts around R3,500, a 2.0 TDI or 2.0 TFSI head runs roughly R6,000–R11,000, and a 3.0 TDI V6 head (per bank) R8,000–R15,000. The rare 2.5 TFSI five-cylinder head is higher and usually quote-on-request. Each head is priced individually with delivery.
Why do Audi 2.0 TDI cylinder heads fail so often?
The 2.0 TDI is well known for cracking between the valve seats and for valve-seat recession, often after running hot or high mileage. Glow-plug thread damage is another common reason owners need a replacement head. A sound used head from a low-kilometre donor is the usual fix.
Does the head come with camshafts and valves?
It varies by unit. Some heads come complete with cams, valves and the valvetrain; others are sold bare. We’ll tell you exactly what each head includes when we quote so there are no surprises on assembly.
How do I make sure the head fits my engine?
Cylinder heads are specific to the engine code and casting number. Send us your VIN, registration or the code on your block (e.g. CAGA, CDN, BFB) and we’ll confirm the correct head, and whether it’s a left or right bank on the V6.
Should I replace the head bolts and gasket too?
Always. Head bolts are torque-to-yield and must be renewed, and a new head gasket and timing components are essential on reassembly. We can point you to the right gasket set and bolts for your engine.
Can you deliver a cylinder head nationwide?
Yes. Heads pack and courier well, and we ship from Centurion to every province in South Africa, usually within a few working days. Collection from the yard is welcome too.
Need Audi Cylinder Heads?
Send us your VIN or registration for a free quote on a tested used cylinder head, delivered nationwide across South Africa.