Audi A6 2004 3.0 TDI quattro
Audi A6 2004 3.0 diesel description
Sedan Audi A6 2004 3.0 TDI quattro has been produced from March, 2005 to June, 2006. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 224 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 450 Nm (Newton metres) on 1400 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 300 000 to 510 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Audi A6 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.2 litres.
Audi A6 2004 3.0 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 2004 3.0 TDI quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 245 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Audi A6 2004 3.0 TDI quattro in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.9 litres per 100km (12.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1320 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A6 fuel consumption.
Audi A6 safety
During safety testing Audi A6 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Audi A6 is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Audi A6 got one star.
Audi A6 2004 3.0 TDI quattro technical data
| Model: | Audi A6 3.0 TDI quattro | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2005. March ... 2006. June | ||
| Engine: | 2967 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 212 g/km |
| Power: | 224 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 450 NM ON 1400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Maximum speed: | 245 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.0 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.5 l/100km (27.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.92m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 546 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2325 kg | ||
Audi A6 2004 3.0 TDI quattro engine BMK
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 300,000 to 510,000 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 | 2967 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 91.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 17 : 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 | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
| Audi A6 2004 3.0 TDI quattro oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 8.2 litres (8.7 quarts) |
| Power | 224 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 NM ON 1400 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2004 |
| Duration of production | 3 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Phaeton |
All Audi A6 sedan [2004 - 2008] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi A6 2005 2.0 T FSI
Aug 2005 — Oct 2008 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2005 2.0 T FSI Aug 2005 — Oct 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
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Audi A6 2004 2.0 TDI
Apr 2004 — Oct 2008 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2006 2.0 TDI Mar 2006 — Oct 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2004 2.4 Apr 2004 — Oct 2008 | 2.4 Petrol | 177 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2004 2.4 Aug 2004 — Oct 2008 | 2.4 Petrol | 177 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2005 2.4 quattro 4x4 Mar 2005 — Oct 2008 | 2.4 Petrol | 177 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2005 2.7 TDI Jan 2005 — Oct 2008 | 2.7 Diesel | 180 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2006 2.7 TDI Mar 2006 — Oct 2008 | 2.7 Diesel | 180 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2005 2.7 TDI quattro 4x4 Aug 2005 — Oct 2008 | 2.7 Diesel | 180 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2006 2.8 FSI Nov 2006 — Oct 2008 | 2.8 Petrol | 210 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2006 2.8 FSI Nov 2006 — Oct 2008 | 2.8 Petrol | 210 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2007 2.8 FSI quattro 4x4 Jun 2007 — Oct 2008 | 2.8 Petrol | 210 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2004 3.0 i V6 Jan 2004 — Jan 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2004 3.0 i V6 quattro 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jan 2008 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 12.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2005 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Mar 2005 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 225 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2004 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Apr 2004 — Jun 2006 | 3.0 Diesel | 225 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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Audi A6 2006 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4
Jun 2006 — Oct 2008 Most powerfull diesel version (233 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 233 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Audi A6 2006 3.0 TDI quattro 4x4
Jun 2006 — Oct 2008 Most powerfull diesel version (233 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 233 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2004 3.2 FSI Apr 2004 — Jun 2007 | 3.2 Petrol | 255 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2005 3.2 FSI Aug 2005 — Oct 2008 | 3.2 Petrol | 255 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
| Audi A6 2004 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4 Apr 2004 — Oct 2008 | 3.2 Petrol | 255 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A6 2004 3.2 FSI quattro 4x4 Apr 2004 — Oct 2008 | 3.2 Petrol | 255 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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Audi A6 2004 4.2 quattro 4x4
Apr 2004 — Oct 2008 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds |
4.2 Petrol | 335 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |