Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.5 TDI

Audi A4 1996 2.5 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.5 TDI has been produced from January, 1998 to January, 1999. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 310 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 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Audi A4 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6 litres.

Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.5 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.5 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 212 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.5 TDI fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100km (13 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1080 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A4 fuel consumption.

Audi A4 safety

During safety testing Audi A4 has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Audi A4 is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Audi A4 got two stars.

With the same engine there are also three other Audi A4 versions - with manual gearbox (Audi A4 1998 Avant 2.5 TDI MT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (Audi A4 1998 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro MT 4x4), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Audi A4 1998 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro AT 4x4) available:
  • Audi A4 1998 Avant 2.5 TDI MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.2 seconds faster (in 9.2 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 6.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 7.0 litres per 100 km
  • Audi A4 1998 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro MT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.8 seconds faster (in 9.6 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 7.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.1 litres per 100 km
  • Audi A4 1998 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 8.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.2 litres per 100 km
Audi A4 1996

Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.5 TDI technical data

Model: Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 1998. January ... 1999. January 
Engine: 2496 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 150 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 310 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 212 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.7 (combined) 11.4 (urban) 5.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.2 l/100km (28.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.48m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.1 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 390 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1250 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1980 kg

Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.5 TDI engine AFB

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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
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 A4 1996 Avant 2.5 TDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6 litres (6.3 quarts)
Coolant capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 310 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 2 years
Engine also used on Audi A6 Audi A8

All Audi A4 estate car [1996 - 1999] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Audi A4 1997 1.6i Jan 1997 — Dec 1999

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.6 Petrol 101 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 1.8 Avant 1.6 Aug 1996 — Jan 1999

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.8 Petrol 101 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 1.8 Avant 1.6 Aug 1996 — Jan 1999 1.8 Petrol 101 HP 8.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.8 5V Mar 1996 — Jan 1999 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.8 5V Mar 1996 — Jan 1999 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.8 5V Quattro 4x4 Mar 1996 — Jan 1999 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.8 5V Turbo Mar 1996 — Jan 1999

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 150 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.8 5V Turbo Mar 1996 — Jan 1999 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.8 5V Turbo Quattro 4x4 Mar 1996 — Jan 1999 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 9.0 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.9 TDI Aug 1996 — Jan 1999

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 90 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.9 TDI Aug 1996 — Jan 1999 1.9 Diesel 90 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.9 TDI Mar 1996 — Jan 1999

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 110 HP 5.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.9 TDI Mar 1996 — Jan 1999 1.9 Diesel 110 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 1.9 TDI Quattro 4x4 Aug 1996 — Jan 1999 1.9 Diesel 110 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi A4 1997 Avant 2.4 5V Aug 1997 — Jan 1999 2.4 Petrol 165 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1997 Avant 2.4 5V Aug 1997 — Jan 1999 2.4 Petrol 165 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1997 Avant 2.4 5V Quattro 4x4 Aug 1997 — Jan 1999 2.4 Petrol 165 HP 10.3 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi A4 1998 Avant 2.5 TDI Jan 1998 — Jan 1999 2.5 Diesel 150 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A4 1998 Avant 2.5 TDI Jan 1998 — Jan 1999 2.5 Diesel 150 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1998 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro 4x4 Jan 1998 — Jan 1999 2.5 Diesel 150 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A4 1998 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro 4x4 Jan 1998 — Jan 1999 2.5 Diesel 150 HP 8.6 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.6 Mar 1996 — Aug 1997 2.6 Petrol 150 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.6 Mar 1996 — Aug 1997 2.6 Petrol 150 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.6 Quattro 4x4 Mar 1996 — Aug 1997 2.6 Petrol 150 HP 10.5 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.8 5V Aug 1996 — Jan 1999

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds

2.8 Petrol 193 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.8 5V Aug 1996 — Jan 1999 2.8 Petrol 193 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.8 5V Quattro 4x4 Aug 1996 — Jan 1999

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds

2.8 Petrol 193 HP 10.4 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi A4 1996 Avant 2.8 5V Quattro 4x4 Aug 1996 — Jan 1999 2.8 Petrol 193 HP 10.9 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Audi A4 1996 reviews
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