Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI

Audi A4 2005 3.1 petrol description

Cabrio Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI has been produced from November, 2005 to January, 2008. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.1 litres, which produces power of 256 horsepower on 6500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Audi A4 2005 - 2008 version and torque 330 Nm (Newton metres) on 3250 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 230 up to 390 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Audi A4 3.1 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox.
Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 11.1 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A4 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Audi A4 versions - with four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (Audi A4 2005 3.1 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI quattro MT 4x4), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Audi A4 2005 3.1 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI quattro AT 4x4) available:
  • Audi A4 2005 3.1 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI quattro MT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 6.8 seconds), but less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 10.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 11.4 litres per 100 km
  • Audi A4 2005 3.1 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI quattro AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.5 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 11.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 11.1 litres per 100 km
Audi A4 2005

Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI technical data

Model: Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2005. November ... 2008. January 
Engine: 3123 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 230 g/km
Power: 256 HP ON 6500 RPM Torque: 330 NM ON 3250 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.6 (combined) 13.8 (urban) 7.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 11.1 l/100km (21.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.57m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.39m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.1 meters
Trunk capacity: 246 litres
Gross weight: 2140 kg

Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI engine AUK

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 230,000 to 390,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 3123 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92.8 mm
Compression ratio 12.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts)
Power 256 HP ON 6500 RPM
Torque 330 NM ON 3250 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2007 onwards.

Engine also used on Audi A6

All Audi A4 cabrio [2005 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 1.8 T 1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 1.8 T

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.8 Petrol 163 HP 8.5 l/100km Automatic Front wheel
Audi A4 2007 Cabriolet 2.0 T FSI Feb 2007 — Jan 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 200 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 2.0 T FSI 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic Front wheel
Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 2.0 TDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 140 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 2006 Cabriolet 2.0 TDI Jun 2006 — Jan 2008 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic Front wheel
Audi A4 2007 Cabriolet 2.7 TDI Jan 2007 — Jan 2008 2.7 Diesel 180 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic Front wheel
Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4

Most powerfull diesel version (233 HP)

3.0 Diesel 233 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A4 2005 Cabriolet 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4

Most powerfull diesel version (233 HP)

3.0 Diesel 233 HP 8.5 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Audi A4 2005 3.1 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI 3.1 Petrol 256 HP 9.6 l/100km Automatic Front wheel
Audi A4 2005 3.1 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds

3.1 Petrol 256 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A4 2005 3.1 Cabriolet 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4 3.1 Petrol 256 HP 11.1 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Audi A4 2005 reviews
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