Audi A6 1997 1.9 TDI
Audi A6 1997 1.9 diesel description
Sedan Audi A6 1997 1.9 TDI has been produced from January, 2001 to June, 2001. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 285 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has a fuel injection system with unit injectors and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
The engine is very demanding when it comes to oil quality and using poor quality lubricants ...
This Audi A6 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 3.6 litres.
Audi A6 1997 1.9 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi A6 1997 1.9 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 196 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Audi A6 1997 1.9 TDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.6 litres per 100km (17.9 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Audi A6 1997 - 2001 version, city fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1240 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1520 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A6 fuel consumption.
Audi A6 safety
During safety testing Audi A6 has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Audi A6 is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Audi A6 got two stars.
Audi A6 1997 1.9 TDI technical data
| Model: | Audi A6 1.9 TDI | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2001. January ... 2001. June | ||
| Engine: | 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 150 g/km |
| Power: | 115 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 285 NM ON 1900 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 196 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.6 (combined) 7.3 (urban) 4.6 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 6 l/100km (39.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.80m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 551 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2020 kg | ||
Audi A6 1997 1.9 TDI engine AJM
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine is very demanding when it comes to oil quality and using poor quality lubricants will significantly reduce engine life.Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 1896 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 95.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 18 : 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 | Unit injector |
| Audi A6 1997 1.9 TDI oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 3.6 litres (3.8 quarts) |
| Power | 115 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 NM ON 1900 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 3 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Golf Audi A4 Volkswagen Bora |
All Audi A6 sedan [1997 - 2001] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Audi A6 1997 1.8 5V
Aug 1997 — Jan 2001 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 1.8 5V Aug 1997 — Jan 2001 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
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Audi A6 1997 1.8 5V Turbo
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 1.8 5V Turbo Apr 1997 — Jan 2001 | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
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Audi A6 2001 1.8 5V Turbo
Jan 2001 — Jun 2001 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 1.8 5V Turbo Quattro 4x4 | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Audi A6 1997 1.9 TDI
Apr 1997 — Jan 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 1.9 TDI Apr 1997 — Jan 2001 | 1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
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Audi A6 2001 1.9 TDI
Jan 2001 — Jun 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.4 5V | 2.4 Petrol | 165 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.4 5V Apr 1997 — Jan 2001 | 2.4 Petrol | 165 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2001 2.4 5V Jan 2001 — Jun 2001 | 2.4 Petrol | 165 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.4 5V Quattro 4x4 | 2.4 Petrol | 165 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.4 5V Quattro 4x4 | 2.4 Petrol | 165 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.5 TDI Sep 1997 — Jun 2001 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.5 TDI Sep 1997 — Jun 2001 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.5 TDI Quattro 4x4 Sep 1997 — Jun 2001 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.5 TDI Quattro 4x4 Sep 1997 — Jun 2001 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2000 2.5 TDI Jan 2000 — Jun 2001 | 2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2000 2.5 TDI Quattro 4x4 Jan 2000 — Jun 2001 | 2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2000 2.5 TDI Quattro 4x4 Jan 2000 — Jun 2001 | 2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 1999 2.7 5V Turbo Jan 1999 — Jan 2001 | 2.7 Petrol | 230 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1999 2.7 5V Turbo Jan 1999 — Jan 2001 | 2.7 Petrol | 230 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1999 2.7 5V Turbo Quattro 4x4 Jan 1999 — Jun 2001 | 2.7 Petrol | 230 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 1999 2.7 5V Turbo Quattro 4x4 Jan 1999 — Jun 2001 | 2.7 Petrol | 230 HP | 12.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.8 5V | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.8 5V Apr 1997 — Jan 2000 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2000 2.8 5V Jan 2000 — Jun 2001 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.8 5V Quattro 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 1997 2.8 5V Quattro 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Audi A6 1999 4.2 V8 Quattro 4x4
Apr 1999 — Jun 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds |
4.2 Petrol | 300 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |