Audi A6 1997 2.5 TDI Quattro
Audi A6 1997 2.5 diesel description
Sedan Audi A6 1997 2.5 TDI Quattro has been produced from January, 2000 to June, 2001. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 180 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 370 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 360 000 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
This Audi A6 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6 litres.
Audi A6 1997 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 1997 2.5 TDI Quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 223 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi A6 1997 2.5 TDI Quattro fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100km (12.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Audi is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. 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 2000 2.5 TDI AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 8.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 8.7 litres per 100 km
- Audi A6 2000 2.5 TDI Quattro AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 9.7 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 8.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 8.7 litres per 100 km
Audi A6 1997 2.5 TDI Quattro technical data
| Model: | Audi A6 2.5 TDI Quattro | ||
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| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2000. January ... 2001. June | ||
| Engine: | 2496 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 213 g/km |
| Power: | 180 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 370 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 223 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 (combined) 11.3 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km (29.8 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: | 2225 kg | ||
Audi A6 1997 2.5 TDI Quattro engine AKE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 2496 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 78.3 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 19.5 : 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. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Audi A6 1997 2.5 TDI Quattro oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6 litres (6.3 quarts) |
| Power | 180 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1999 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
| Engine also used on | Audi A4 Audi A8 |
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 |