Audi 100 1988 2.5 TDI
Audi 100 1988 2.5 diesel description
Sedan Audi 100 1988 2.5 TDI has been produced from January, 1990 to January, 1991. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 120 horsepower on 4250 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 1 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 450 000 and 750 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
Reliable and robust engine, keep an eye on the cooling system and the timing belt change ...
This Audi 100 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.
Audi 100 1988 2.5 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi 100 1988 2.5 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi 100 1988 2.5 TDI fuel consumption is 5.7 litres per 100km (17.5 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Audi 100 1988 - 1991 version, fuel consumption in city - 7.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1400 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1500 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 6.4 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi 100 fuel consumption.

Audi 100 1988 2.5 TDI technical data
Model: | Audi 100 2.5 TDI | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1990. January ... 1991. January | ||
Engine: | 2460 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 120 HP ON 4250 RPM | Torque: | 265 NM ON 2250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.7 (combined) 7.2 (urban) 5.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.4 l/100km (36.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.79m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 570 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 610 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1870 kg |
Audi 100 1988 2.5 TDI engine 1T
Engine reliability and common problems:
Reliable and robust engine, keep an eye on the cooling system and the timing belt change interval.Overall, this engine can last around 450,000 to 750,000 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 1988 2.5 TDI oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9.4 litres (9.9 quarts) |
Power | 120 HP ON 4250 RPM |
Torque | 265 NM ON 2250 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1989 |
Duration of production | 2 years |
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All Audi 100 sedan [1988 - 1991] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi 100 1988 1.8
Jan 1988 — Dec 1990 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 1.8 CAT
Jan 1988 — Dec 1990 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 1.8 4x4
Jan 1988 — Dec 1990 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1988 1.8 CAT 4x4
Jan 1988 — Dec 1990 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.0 Mai 1988 — Feb 1991 | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.0 Mai 1988 — Feb 1991 | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.0 D Mai 1988 — Oct 1989 | 2.0 Diesel | 69 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.0 TD Mai 1988 — Oct 1989 | 2.0 Diesel | 100 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.2 E Jan 1988 — Dec 1990 | 2.2 Petrol | 138 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.2 CAT 4x4 Jan 1988 — Dec 1990 | 2.2 Petrol | 138 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.2 Turbo
Mai 1988 — Oct 1989 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds |
2.2 Petrol | 165 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1989 2.2 Turbo
Oct 1989 — Feb 1991 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds |
2.2 Petrol | 165 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.2 Turbo Mai 1988 — Oct 1989 | 2.2 Petrol | 165 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1989 2.2 Turbo Oct 1989 — Feb 1991 | 2.2 Petrol | 165 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.2 Turbo Quattro 4x4
Mai 1988 — Oct 1989 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds |
2.2 Petrol | 165 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1989 2.2 Turbo Quattro 4x4
Oct 1989 — Feb 1991 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds |
2.2 Petrol | 165 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.3 Mai 1988 — Feb 1991 | 2.3 Petrol | 136 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.3 Mai 1988 — Feb 1991 | 2.3 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1988 2.3 Quattro 4x4 Mai 1988 — Feb 1991 | 2.3 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi 100 1989 2.4 D Oct 1989 — Jan 1991 | 2.4 Diesel | 82 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi 100 1990 2.5 TDI
Jan 1990 — Jan 1991 Most powerfull diesel version (120 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 120 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |