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Volkswagen emissions - are petrol engines now affected?

In August I ordered an Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI cylinder on demand 150 through a car broker. I have been quite "smug" in my decision to choose this petrol "advanced cylinder on demand technology"as the Volkswagen diesel emissions scandal unfolded. However Volkswagen have now declared that this petrol engine is also under suspicion. There is a lack of information as to what exactly are the issues. I have paid £1000 deposit and the factory ordered Audi will be ready in about 3 weeks. I would appreciate your thoughts.

Asked on 11 November 2015 by Victor

Answered by Honest John
They are re-checking that it achieved its NEDC CO2 emissions rating in realistic conditions.

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