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Audi A6 C5 (1997–2005) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 2 1997 - 2005 C5 Station Wagon Estate Crossover
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 Station Wagon Estate Crossover with 16 engines (diesel, petrol), from 110 HP to 300 HP. The 2.7 T V6 (250 Hp) quattro accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 s, reaches a top speed of 236 km/h and is 4810 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 4810 mm long, 1852 mm wide, 1551 mm tall, with a 2757 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Audi A6?

The Audi A6 2.7 T V6 (250 Hp) quattro goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 s and has a top speed of 236 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Audi A6 Allroad quattro 4BC5
Year 2000–2005
Platform VW C Platform / C5
Variant 2.7 T V6 (250 Hp) quattro
Body type Station Wagon Estate Crossover
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 5
Emission standard Euro 3

Power & torque

Power 250 HP
Power @ max rpm 5800 rpm
Torque 350 Nm
Torque @ min rpm 1800 rpm
Torque @ max rpm 4500 rpm

Performance

Top speed 236 km/h
0–100 km/h 7.4 s
0–62 mph 7.4 s

Engine

Engine code ARE
Displacement 2671 cc
Cylinders 6
Configuration V Engine
Bore 81.0 mm
Stroke 86.4 mm
Compression ratio 9.3
Valves per cylinder 5
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration turbocharger
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 6.0 L
Coolant 6.0 L
Engine layout Front Longitudinal

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive All wheel drive (4x4)
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Gearbox type manual
Gears 6
Gearbox code 01e
Gearbox manufacturer audi

Dimensions

Length 4810 mm
Width 1852 mm
Height 1551 mm
Wheelbase 2757 mm
Front track 1591 mm
Rear track 1580 mm
Boot space 455 – 1590 L
Turning circle 11.7 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1795 kg
Max weight 2425 kg
Max load 630 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 12.8 L/100km
Fuel urban 18.0 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 9.8 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 307 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 225/55 R17
Wheel rims 7.5 J x 17
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 7.2 kg/Hp, 139.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 5.1 kg/Nm, 195 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 100 kg

Other

Start Of Production 2000
End Of Production 2005

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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