AUDI
Audi A6 C5 Facelift (2001–2005) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.8 T | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 T quattro | 6 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI Manual 5-speed | 5 | 130 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI Manual 6-speed | 6 | 130 HP | Diesel | — |
| CVT | 1.9 TDI Multitronic | 6 | 130 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.0 | 5 | 130 HP | Petrol | — |
| CVT | 2.0 Multitronic | 6 | 130 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.4 V6 quattro Tiptronic | 5 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
| CVT | 2.5 TDI V6 Multitronic | 6 | 155 HP | Diesel | — |
| CVT | 2.5 TDI V6 Multitronic | 6 | 163 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.5 TDI V6 quattro | 6 | 163 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.5 TDI V6 quattro | 6 | 180 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 2.5 TDI V6 Tiptronic | 5 | 180 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.7 V6 quattro Tiptronic | 6 | 250 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 3.0 V6 | 5 | 220 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 3.0 V6 quattro Tiptronic | 6 | 220 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 4.2 V8 40V quattro Tiptronic | 5 | 300 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Audi A6 C5 Facelift overview
The Audi A6 (C5 Facelift) is the 2nd generation of the A6, built from 2001 to 2005. It is offered as a Sedan with 14 engines (petrol, diesel), from 130 HP to 300 HP. The 4.2 V8 (300 Hp) quattro accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 s, reaches a top speed of 250 km/h and is 4833 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Audi A6 have?
The Audi A6 (C5 Facelift) has 130 HP to 300 HP, depending on the engine: 2.0 I4 (130 HP), 2.0 B20 (130 HP), 1.9 Tdi (130 HP), 1.9 Pumpe (130 HP), 1.8 Turbo (150 HP), 1.8 T (150 HP), 2.5 Tdi (155 HP), 2.5 Tdi (163 HP), 2.4 V6 (170 HP), 2.5 Tdi (180 HP), 3.0 V6 (220 HP), 3.0 Mivec (220 HP), 2.7 Biturbo (250 HP), 4.2 V8 (300 HP).
What engines are available for the Audi A6?
The Audi A6 is available with 14 engines: 2.0 I4 (130 HP, petrol), 2.0 B20 (130 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (130 HP, diesel), 1.9 Pumpe (130 HP, diesel), 1.8 Turbo (150 HP, petrol), 1.8 T (150 HP, petrol), 2.5 Tdi (155 HP, diesel), 2.5 Tdi (163 HP, diesel), 2.4 V6 (170 HP, petrol), 2.5 Tdi (180 HP, diesel), 3.0 V6 (220 HP, petrol), 3.0 Mivec (220 HP, petrol), 2.7 Biturbo (250 HP, petrol), 4.2 V8 (300 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Audi A6?
The Audi A6 is 4833 mm long, 1850 mm wide, 1453 mm tall, with a 2759 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Audi A6?
The Audi A6 4.2 V8 (300 Hp) quattro goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 s and has a top speed of 250 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Audi A6 4BC5 facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 2001–2004 |
| Platform | VW C Platform / C5 |
| Variant | 4.2 V8 (300 Hp) quattro |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Emission standard | Euro 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 300 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6200 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 3000 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 250 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6.9 s |
| 0–62 mph | 6.9 s |
Engine
| Engine code | ARS |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4172 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 84.5 mm |
| Stroke | 93.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 |
| Valves per cylinder | 5 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 L |
| Coolant | 11.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | All wheel drive (4x4) |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Gearbox type | Torque Converter |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 5hp24 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | zf |
Dimensions
| Length | 4833 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2759 mm |
| Front track | 1578 mm |
| Rear track | 1590 mm |
| Boot space | 0 – 434 L |
| Turning circle | 11.7 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1750 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2290 kg |
| Max load | 540 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 13.0 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 19.3 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 9.4 L/100km |
| CO₂ emissions | 312 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 82.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Multi Link Suspension |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Semi Independent Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 235/50 R16 |
| Wheel rims | 8J x 16 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 5.8 kg/Hp, 171.4 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4.4 kg/Nm, 228.6 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 100 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2001 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2004 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.