Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 Quattro
Audi A6 1994 2.8 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 Quattro has been produced from September, 1994 to August, 1997. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.8 litres, which produces power of 174 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 245 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 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
This engine, especially at higher mileages, often tends to consume oil, and the timing belt ...
This Audi A6 2.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 Quattro has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and manual gearbox with 5 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 2.8 Quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 213 km/h.
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 Quattro fuel consumption is 11.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 15.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 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 2.8 MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 10.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 10.2 litres per 100 km
- Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.2 seconds later (in 10.5 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 11.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 10.8 litres per 100 km
- Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 Quattro AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2.3 seconds later (in 11.6 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 12.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 11.6 litres per 100 km
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 Quattro technical data
| Model: | Audi A6 Avant 2.8 Quattro | ||
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| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 1994. September ... 1997. August | ||
| Engine: | 2771 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 174 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 245 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 213 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.4 (combined) 15.6 (urban) 8.9 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 12.2 l/100km (19.3 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: | 2140 kg | ||
Audi A6 1994 Avant 2.8 Quattro engine AAH
Engine reliability and common problems:
This engine, especially at higher mileages, often tends to consume oil, and the timing belt change interval in particular should be observed.Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 | 2771 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 : 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 A6 1994 Avant 2.8 Quattro oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
| Power | 174 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1990 |
| Duration of production | 7 years |
| Engine also used on | Audi 80 Audi 100 Audi Coupe |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |