Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI
Audi A6 2001 2.5 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI has been produced from June, 2001 to December, 2004. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 180 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 370 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 210 000 to 360 000 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 A6 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6 litres.
Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 219 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.1 litres per 100km (12.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A6 fuel consumption.
- Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro MT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km
- Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 10 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 8.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 9.2 litres per 100 km
Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI technical data
| Model: | Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDI | ||
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| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2001. June ... 2004. December | ||
| Engine: | 2496 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 219 g/km |
| Power: | 180 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 370 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 219 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.1 (combined) 11.3 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.80m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.48m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 455 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2200 kg | ||
Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI engine AKE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 2496 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 78.3 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 19.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6 litres (6.3 quarts) |
| Power | 180 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1999 |
| 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 2002 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Audi A4 Audi A8 |
All Audi A6 estate car [2001 - 2004] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi A6 2001 Avant 1.8 5V Turbo
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 1.8 5V Turbo | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
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Audi A6 2001 Avant 1.8 5V Turbo Quattro 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Audi A6 2001 Avant 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Audi A6 2001 Avant 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2003 Avant 1.9 TDI Mai 2003 — Dec 2004 | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
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Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.0 5V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.4 5V | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.4 5V Quattro 4x4 | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.4 5V Quattro 4x4 | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI Jun 2001 — Mai 2002 | 2.5 Diesel | 155 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2002 Avant 2.5 TDI Mai 2002 — Dec 2004 | 2.5 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI | 2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro 4x4 | 2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro 4x4 | 2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.7 5V Turbo Quattro 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7 seconds |
2.7 Petrol | 250 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 2.7 5V Turbo Quattro 4x4 | 2.7 Petrol | 250 HP | 12.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 3.0 5V | 3.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 3.0 5V Quattro 4x4 | 3.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 Avant 3.0 5V Quattro 4x4 | 3.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Audi A6 2001 Avant 4.2 V8 Quattro 4x4
Most powerfull petrol version (300 HP) |
4.2 Petrol | 300 HP | 13.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |