Audi A4 2004 3.2 FSI
Audi A4 2004 3.1 petrol description
Sedan Audi A4 2004 3.2 FSI has been produced from November, 2004 to November, 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 - 2007 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 230 000 and 390 000 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
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 3.2 FSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox.
Audi A4 2004 3.2 FSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi A4 2004 3.2 FSI fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100km (10.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 11.1 litres per 100 km, which is 19% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A4 fuel consumption.
- Audi A4 2004 3.1 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 6.4 seconds), but less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 10.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 11.4 litres per 100 km
- Audi A4 2004 3.1 3.2 FSI quattro Automatic 4x4 AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 10.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 11.1 litres per 100 km

Audi A4 2004 3.2 FSI technical data
Model: | Audi A4 3.2 FSI | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2004. November ... 2007. November | ||
Engine: | 3123 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 223 g/km |
Power: | 256 HP ON 6500 RPM | Torque: | 330 NM ON 3250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 (combined) 13.5 (urban) 6.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.1 l/100km (21.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.59m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 720 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2040 kg |
Audi A4 2004 3.2 FSI 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 3.2 FSI oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 12 litres (12.7 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 |
All Audi A4 sedan [2004 - 2007] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi A4 2004 1.6
Nov 2004 — Jan 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 1.8 T Nov 2004 — Jan 2007 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 1.8 T Automatic Nov 2004 — Jan 2007 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 1.8 T quattro 4x4 Nov 2004 — Jan 2007 | 1.8 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 1.9 TDI
Mai 2007 — Nov 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 2.0 | 2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 2.0 Automatic | 2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 2.0 T FSI
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 2.0 T FSI Automatic | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2007 2.0 T FSI Automatic Feb 2007 — Nov 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 2.0 T FSI quattro 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 2.0 T FSI quattro Automatic 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2005 2.0 T FSI Quattro 4x4 Jul 2005 — Jan 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 2.0 TDI 140 Hp | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 2.0 TDI 140 Hp Automatic | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2006 2.0 TDI quattro 140 Hp 4x4 Jun 2006 — Feb 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2006 2.0 TDI 170 Hp Jun 2006 — Nov 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2006 2.0 TDI quattro 170 Hp 4x4 Jun 2006 — Feb 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 2.5 TDI Nov 2004 — Jun 2006 | 2.5 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 2.5 TDI Automatic Nov 2004 — Jul 2006 | 2.5 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2006 2.7 TDI Mar 2006 — Nov 2007 | 2.7 Diesel | 180 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2006 2.7 TDI Automatic Jun 2006 — Nov 2007 | 2.7 Diesel | 180 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 3.0 TDI quattro 204 Hp 4x4 Nov 2004 — Jan 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 3.0 TDI quattro 204 Hp Automatic 4x4 Nov 2004 — Jan 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2006 3.0 TDI quattro 233 Hp 4x4
Jan 2006 — Jan 2007 Most powerfull diesel version (233 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 233 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2006 3.0 TDI quattro 233 Hp Automatic 4x4
Jan 2006 — Nov 2007 Most powerfull diesel version (233 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 233 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 3.1 3.2 FSI | 3.1 Petrol | 256 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Audi A4 2004 3.1 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4
Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds |
3.1 Petrol | 256 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A4 2004 3.1 3.2 FSI quattro Automatic 4x4 Nov 2004 — Feb 2007 | 3.1 Petrol | 256 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |