Audi 100 1990 2.5 TDI
Audi 100 1990 2.5 diesel description
Sedan Audi 100 1990 2.5 TDI has been produced from August, 1991 to October, 1994. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 265 Nm (Newton metres) on 2250 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 10-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 490 000 and 820 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
Very reliable engine if not overheated. Occasionally, the high pressure fuel pump can cause ...
This Audi 100 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.
Audi 100 1990 2.5 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi 100 1990 2.5 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi 100 1990 2.5 TDI fuel consumption is 6.3 litres per 100km (15.9 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Audi 100 1990 - 1994 version, city fuel economy - 7.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1260 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1660 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 6.7 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi 100 fuel consumption.

Audi 100 1990 2.5 TDI technical data
Model: | Audi 100 2.5 TDI | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1991. August ... 1994. October | ||
Engine: | 2460 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 115 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 265 NM ON 2250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 195 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.3 (combined) 7.5 (urban) 4.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.7 l/100km (35.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.79m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 510 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1975 kg |
Audi 100 1990 2.5 TDI engine AAT
Engine reliability and common problems:
Very reliable engine if not overheated. Occasionally, the high pressure fuel pump can cause problems.Overall, this engine can last around 490,000 to 820,000 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 | 2460 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 5 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 95.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 20.5 : 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 100 1990 2.5 TDI oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) |
Power | 115 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 NM ON 2250 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1991 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
Engine also used on | Audi A6 |
All Audi 100 sedan [1990 - 1994] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi 100 1991 2.0 Jan 1991 — Oct 1993 | 2.0 Petrol | 101 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1990 2.0 | 2.0 Petrol | 101 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1990 2.0 E 4x4 Jan 1990 — Dec 1992 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1990 2.0 E 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1992 2.0
Jan 1992 — Oct 1994 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1992 2.0 Jan 1992 — Oct 1994 | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1992 2.0 E 16V Jan 1992 — Dec 1994 | 2.0 Petrol | 137 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1991 2.2 S4 4x4 Aug 1991 — Oct 1994 | 2.2 Petrol | 230 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1992 2.2 S4 4x4 Aug 1992 — Oct 1994 | 2.2 Petrol | 230 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1991 2.3 Jan 1991 — Oct 1994 | 2.3 Petrol | 133 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1991 2.3 Jan 1991 — Oct 1993 | 2.3 Petrol | 133 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1991 2.3 Quattro 4x4 Jan 1991 — Aug 1992 | 2.3 Petrol | 133 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1991 2.4 D Aug 1991 — Oct 1994 | 2.4 Diesel | 82 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1991 2.5 TDI
Aug 1991 — Oct 1994 Most powerfull diesel version (115 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1993 2.5 TDI
Sep 1993 — Oct 1994 Most powerfull diesel version (115 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1992 2.6 Aug 1992 — Oct 1994 | 2.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1992 2.6 Aug 1992 — Oct 1994 | 2.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1992 2.6 Quattro 4x4 Aug 1992 — Oct 1994 | 2.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1992 2.6 Quattro 4x4 Aug 1992 — Oct 1994 | 2.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1991 2.8 Jan 1991 — Oct 1994 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1991 2.8 Jan 1991 — Oct 1994 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1991 2.8 Quattro 4x4 Jan 1991 — Oct 1994 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 10.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1991 2.8 Quattro 4x4 Jan 1991 — Oct 1994 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1993 S4 4.2 4x4
Aug 1993 — Oct 1994 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds |
4.2 Petrol | 280 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |