AUDI
Audi Cabriolet B3 (1991–1997) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.9 TDI | 5 | 90 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.0 E | 5 | 115 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.3 E | 5 | 133 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.6 V6 Automatic | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.8 V6 E Automatic | 5 | 174 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Audi Cabriolet B3 overview
The Audi Cabriolet (B3) is the 1st generation of the Cabriolet, built from 1991 to 1997. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 5 engines (diesel, petrol), from 90 HP to 174 HP. The 2.8 V6 E (174 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.8 s, reaches a top speed of 218 km/h and is 4366 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Audi Cabriolet have?
The Audi Cabriolet (B3) has 90 HP to 174 HP, depending on the engine: 1.9 Ea113 (90 HP), 2.0 Cih (115 HP), 2.3 I5 (133 HP), 2.6 V6 (150 HP), 2.8 V6 (174 HP).
What engines are available for the Audi Cabriolet?
The Audi Cabriolet is available with 5 engines: 1.9 Ea113 (90 HP, diesel), 2.0 Cih (115 HP, petrol), 2.3 I5 (133 HP, petrol), 2.6 V6 (150 HP, petrol), 2.8 V6 (174 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Audi Cabriolet?
The Audi Cabriolet is 4366 mm long, 1716 mm wide, 1379 mm tall, with a 2556 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Audi Cabriolet?
The Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 E (174 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.8 s and has a top speed of 218 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Audi Cabriolet B3 8G |
|---|---|
| Year | 1992–1996 |
| Platform | VW B Platform / B3 |
| Variant | 2.8 V6 E (174 Hp) |
| Body type | cabriolet |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 174 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 218 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 9.8 s |
| 0–62 mph | 9.8 s |
Engine
| Engine code | AAH |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2771 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 82.5 mm |
| Stroke | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | ohc |
| Oil capacity | 5.0 L |
| Coolant | 8.0 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 | 4366 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1716 mm |
| Height | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2556 mm |
| Front track | 1453 mm |
| Rear track | 1447 mm |
| Boot space | 230 L |
| Turning circle | 11.1 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1455 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1855 kg |
| Max load | 400 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 10.9 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 70.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson With Coil Spring And Anti Roll Bar |
|---|---|
| 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 | 205/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims | 7J x 15 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 8.4 kg/Hp, 119.6 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 5.8 kg/Nm, 171.8 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1992 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1996 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.