AUDI
Audi A6 C5 (1997–2005) 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 | 5 | 125 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 1.8 Automatic | 4 | 125 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 T | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 T quattro | 6 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 1.8 T Tiptronic | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 T | 5 | 180 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 T quattro | 5 | 180 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI Automatic | 5 | 110 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.4 V6 30V | 5 | 136 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.4 V6 30V Tiptronic | 5 | 165 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.5 TDI V6 quattro | 6 | 150 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 2.5 TDI V6 quattro Tiptronic | 5 | 150 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.5 TDI V6 Tiptronic | 6 | 150 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 T V6 Tiptronic | 6 | 230 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.8 V6 30V quattro | 5 | 193 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.8 V6 30V quattro Automatic | 5 | 193 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 overview
The Audi A6 (C5) is the 2nd generation of the A6, built from 1997 to 2005. It is offered as a Station Wagon Estate 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 9.8 s, reaches a top speed of 215 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, 1479 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 9.8 s and has a top speed of 215 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Audi A6 Avant 4BC5 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1998–2000 |
| Platform | VW C Platform / C5 |
| Variant | 1.8 T (150 Hp) |
| Body type | Station Wagon Estate |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
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 | 215 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 9.8 s |
| 0–62 mph | 9.8 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 | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2760 mm |
| Front track | 1540 mm |
| Rear track | 1569 mm |
| Boot space | 455 – 1590 L |
| Turning circle | 11.7 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1445 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2025 kg |
| Max load | 580 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 8.3 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 6.7 L/100km |
| CO₂ emissions | 199 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 | 9.6 kg/Hp, 103.8 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 6.9 kg/Nm, 145.3 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 100 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1998 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2000 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.