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Audi A6 C5 (1997–2005) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 2 1997 - 2005 C5 Sedan
Audi A6
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Audi A6 C5 overview

The Audi A6 (C5) is the 2nd generation of the A6, built from 1997 to 2005. It is offered as a Sedan with 16 engines (diesel, petrol), from 110 HP to 300 HP. The 1.8 T (150 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.4 s, reaches a top speed of 217 km/h and is 4796 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Audi A6 have?

The Audi A6 (C5) has 110 HP to 300 HP, depending on the engine: 1.9 Tdi (110 HP), 1.8 20v (125 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (125 HP), 2.4 V6 (136 HP), 2.5 Tdi (150 HP), 1.8 T (150 HP), 1.8 Turbo (150 HP), 2.5 Tdi (163 HP), 2.4 V6 (165 HP), 2.5 Tdi (180 HP), 1.8 Turbo (180 HP), 2.8 Fsi (193 HP), 2.8 V6 (193 HP), 2.7 Biturbo (230 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 16 engines: 1.9 Tdi (110 HP, diesel), 1.8 20v (125 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (125 HP, petrol), 2.4 V6 (136 HP, petrol), 2.5 Tdi (150 HP, diesel), 1.8 T (150 HP, petrol), 1.8 Turbo (150 HP, petrol), 2.5 Tdi (163 HP, diesel), 2.4 V6 (165 HP, petrol), 2.5 Tdi (180 HP, diesel), 1.8 Turbo (180 HP, petrol), 2.8 Fsi (193 HP, petrol), 2.8 V6 (193 HP, petrol), 2.7 Biturbo (230 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 4796 mm long, 1810 mm wide, 1453 mm tall, with a 2760 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Audi A6?

The Audi A6 1.8 T (150 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.4 s and has a top speed of 217 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Audi A6 4BC5
Year 1997–2001
Platform VW C Platform / C5
Variant 1.8 T (150 Hp)
Body type sedan
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 4
Emission standard Euro 3

Power & torque

Power 150 HP
Power @ max rpm 5700 rpm
Torque 210 Nm
Torque @ min rpm 1750 rpm
Torque @ max rpm 4600 rpm

Performance

Top speed 217 km/h
0–100 km/h 9.4 s
0–62 mph 9.4 s

Engine

Engine code AWC
Displacement 1781 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 81.0 mm
Stroke 86.4 mm
Compression ratio 9.5
Valves per cylinder 5
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Turbocharger Intercooler
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 4.5 L
Coolant 5.0 L
Engine layout Front Longitudinal

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Front Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type manual
Gears 5
Gearbox code 012
Gearbox manufacturer audi

Dimensions

Length 4796 mm
Width 1810 mm
Height 1453 mm
Wheelbase 2760 mm
Front track 1540 mm
Rear track 1569 mm
Boot space 0 – 551 L
Turning circle 11.7 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1390 kg
Max weight 1970 kg
Max load 580 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 8.2 L/100km
Fuel urban 10.7 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 6.6 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 197 g/km
Fuel tank 70.0 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 205/55 R16
Wheel rims 7J x 16
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 9.3 kg/Hp, 107.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 6.6 kg/Nm, 151.1 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 100 kg

Other

Start Of Production 1997
End Of Production 2001

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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