Audi A4 2004 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro
Audi A4 2004 3.1 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Audi A4 2004 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro has been produced from November, 2004 to February, 2007. 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 2004 - 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
The engine is prone to piston ring sticking and oil consumption, often requiring replacement of the pistons with forged ...
This Audi A4 3.1 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
Audi A4 2004 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and manual gearbox with 6 gears. The vehicle features full-time Quattro IV all-wheel drive with Torsen center differential and electronic traction control that operates at speeds up to 40 km/h and applies brakes to spinning wheels, with the effect of locking the front and rear differential.
Audi A4 2004 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
Audi A4 2004 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro fuel consumption is 10.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 15.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 11.4 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A4 fuel consumption.
- Audi A4 2004 3.1 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.5 seconds later (in 7.1 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 10.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 11.1 litres per 100 km
- Audi A4 2007 3.1 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.5 seconds later (in 7.1 seconds)

Audi A4 2004 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro technical data
Model: | Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2004. November ... 2007. February | ||
Engine: | 3123 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 257 g/km |
Power: | 256 HP ON 6500 RPM | Torque: | 330 NM ON 3250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.7 (combined) 15.5 (urban) 7.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.4 l/100km (20.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.59m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 442 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2140 kg |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro engine AUK
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine is prone to piston ring sticking and oil consumption, often requiring replacement of the pistons with forged ones. Frequent oil changes can help mitigate this issue, as can occasional high-speed driving on highways to "clear out" the pistons through aggressive driving.The timing chain is another weak point, frequently stretching and causing the tensioners to fail. This design flaw leads to a characteristic rattling noise during cold starts, signaling the need for an expensive chain replacement. Additionally, the complex intake system with two sets of flaps is unreliable, and the intake valves quickly accumulate carbon deposits, reducing compression in the cylinders.
The fuel injectors are also short-lived, further aggravated by using 95-octane gasoline, which is not well-suited for this engine. Using 98-octane fuel is strongly recommended to extend the lifespan of both the injectors and the engine. Overall, this engine demands vigilant maintenance and careful fuel and oil choices to minimize common issues.
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 |
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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 2004 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro 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 |
Engine also used on | Audi A6 |
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All Audi A4 estate car [2004 - 2008] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi A4 2004 Avant 1.6
Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 1.6
Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 1.8 T Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 1.8 T Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 1.8 T quattro 4x4 Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 1.8 T quattro 4x4 Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 1.9 TDI
Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 1.9 TDI
Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 2.0 Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.0 Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 2.0 T FSI
Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.0 T FSI
Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 2.0 T FSI Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.0 T FSI Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 2.0 T FSI quattro 4x4 Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.0 T FSI quattro 4x4 Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 2.0 T FSI quattro 4x4 Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.0 T FSI quattro 4x4 Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 2.0 TDI Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.0 TDI Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2006 Avant 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Jun 2006 — Feb 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2006 Avant 2.0 TDI Jun 2006 — Feb 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.0 TDI Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2006 Avant 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Jun 2006 — Feb 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 2.5 TDI Nov 2004 — Jun 2006 | 2.5 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2006 Avant 2.7 TDI Mar 2006 — Feb 2007 | 2.7 Diesel | 180 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.7 TDI Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 2.7 Diesel | 180 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2006 Avant 2.7 TDI Jun 2006 — Feb 2007 | 2.7 Diesel | 180 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 2.7 TDI Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 2.7 Diesel | 180 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Nov 2004 — Jan 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 Avant 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Nov 2004 — Jan 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2006 Avant 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Jan 2006 — Jan 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 233 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 3.0 Diesel | 233 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2006 Avant 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Jan 2006 — Feb 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 233 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2007 Avant 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 3.0 Diesel | 233 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 3.1 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4
Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
3.1 Petrol | 256 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2007 3.1 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4
Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
3.1 Petrol | 256 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 3.1 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4 Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 | 3.1 Petrol | 256 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2007 3.1 Avant 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4 Feb 2007 — Feb 2008 | 3.1 Petrol | 256 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |