Audi 2.5L TFSI RS3/TTRS DAZA and DNWA Engines

Mike Knowles • June 15, 2025

Audi DAZA vs DNWA engine in the RS3 and TTRS 2.5L TFSI

AUDI RS3 (8V) 2017-2020 ENGINE CODES – DAZA | DNWA

AUDI TTRS MK3 (8S) 2016+ ENGINE CODES – DAZA |DNWA

STOCK POWER – 395BHP 

STOCK TORQUE – 480NM


DNWA Engined cars did 0-62mph in 4.1 seconds while DAZA engines did 0-62mph in 3.8 seconds.


Audi RS3 8V: The DAZA engine is a key component of the Audi RS3 8V  known for its performance and reliability. 

Audi TTRS: The DAZA engine is also used in the Audi TTRS. 

Tuning Potential: The DAZA engine is highly tunable, allowing for significant power increases with modifications. 

Reliability: The DAZA engine has a reputation for being a reliable and robust engine. 

DNWA vs DAZA: The DNWA engine, found in later RS3 models, has a Otto Particulate Filter (OPF) in the downpipe, which can lead to slightly lower performance compared to the DAZA, especially after tuning. 

DAZA STAGE 1 : +60-80BHP +120-170nm

You should see around 455-475BHP / 600-650nm


DAZA STAGE 1 + intake : +70-95BHP +160-210nm

You should see around 465-490BHP / 640-690nm


DNWA STAGE 1 : +40-60BHP +100-150nm

You should see around 435-455BHP / 580-630nm, this is limited by the OPF.