Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro
Audi A6 1994 2.5 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro has been produced from July, 1995 to August, 1997. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 140 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 290 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 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 400 000 and 670 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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Quite reliable engine if not overheated. Occasionally, the high pressure fuel pump can cause ...
This Audi A6 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI 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, which operates at speeds up to 40 km/h (25 mph) and applies braking to spinning wheels, with the effect of locking the front and rear differentials.
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 201 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro fuel consumption is 7 litres per 100km (14.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Audi A6 1994 - 1997 versions, city fuel economy - 9.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1140 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1420 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Audi is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Audi A6 fuel consumption.
- Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 6.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 6.8 litres per 100 km
- Audi A6 1996 Avant 2.5 TDI AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.2 seconds later (in 11.4 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.1 litres per 100 km

Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro technical data
Model: | Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1995. July ... 1997. August | ||
Engine: | 2461 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 140 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 290 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 201 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.0 (combined) 9.4 (urban) 5.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.5 l/100km (31.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.80m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2160 kg |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro engine AEL
Engine reliability and common problems:
Quite reliable engine if not overheated. Occasionally, the high pressure fuel pump can cause problems.Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 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. More service info |
Timing belt change interval | 100,000 km |
Fuel system | Injection |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) More service info |
Power | 140 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1994 |
Duration of production | 3 years |
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All Audi A6 estate car [1994 - 1997] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi A6 1995 Avant 1.8 5V Nov 1995 — Aug 1997 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1996 Avant 1.8 5V Jan 1996 — Aug 1997 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1995 Avant 1.8 5V Quattro 4x4 Nov 1995 — Aug 1997 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.0
Sep 1994 — Nov 1995 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.0 Sep 1994 — Nov 1995 | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.3 Sep 1994 — Jul 1995 | 2.3 Petrol | 133 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.3 Sep 1994 — Jul 1995 | 2.3 Petrol | 133 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI | 2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI | 2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI | 2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.5 TDI | 2.5 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1996 Avant 2.5 TDI Apr 1996 — Aug 1997 | 2.5 Diesel | 140 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1995 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro 4x4 Jul 1995 — Aug 1997 | 2.5 Diesel | 140 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.6 | 2.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.6 | 2.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.6 Quattro 4x4 | 2.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.6 Quattro 4x4 | 2.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 Quattro 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 Quattro 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Audi A6 1995 Avant 2.8 5V Nov 1995 — Aug 1997 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1995 Avant 2.8 5V Nov 1995 — Aug 1997 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A6 1995 Avant 2.8 5V Quattro 4x4
Nov 1995 — Aug 1997 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi A6 1995 Avant 2.8 5V Quattro 4x4 Nov 1995 — Aug 1997 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |