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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 4.2 V8 (300 Hp) quattro Tiptronic accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.2 s, reaches a top speed of 240 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 4.2 V8 (300 Hp) quattro Tiptronic goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.2 s and has a top speed of 240 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Audi A6 Allroad quattro 4BC5
Year 2003–2005
Platform VW C Platform / C5
Variant 4.2 V8 (300 Hp) quattro Tiptronic
Body type Station Wagon Estate Crossover
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 5
Emission standard Euro 4

Power & torque

Power 300 HP
Power @ max rpm 6200 rpm
Torque 380 Nm
Torque @ min rpm 2700 rpm
Torque @ max rpm 4600 rpm

Performance

Top speed 240 km/h
0–100 km/h 7.2 s
0–62 mph 7.2 s

Engine

Engine code BAS
Displacement 4163 cc
Cylinders 8
Configuration V Engine
Bore 84.5 mm
Stroke 92.8 mm
Compression ratio 11
Valves per cylinder 5
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 8.5 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 4810 mm
Width 1852 mm
Height 1551 mm
Wheelbase 2757 mm
Front track 1574 mm
Rear track 1585 mm
Boot space 455 – 1590 L
Turning circle 11.7 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1860 kg
Max weight 2490 kg
Max load 630 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 13.8 L/100km
Fuel urban 20.1 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 10.2 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 331 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 Ventilated Discs
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 245/45 R18
Wheel rims 7.5J x 18
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 6.2 kg/Hp, 161.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 4.9 kg/Nm, 204.3 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 100 kg

Other

Start Of Production 2003
End Of Production 2005

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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