Audi A6 2004 3.0 i V6
Audi A6 2004 3.0 petrol description
Sedan Audi A6 2004 3.0 i V6 has been produced from 2004 to 2008. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 290 Nm (Newton metres) on 3200 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 30-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 340 000 to 570 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This engine is known for several recurring issues, most notably the short lifespan of ignition coils, which frequently fail and ...
This Audi A6 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
Audi A6 2004 3.0 i V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox.
Audi A6 2004 3.0 i V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Audi A6 2004 3.0 i V6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.6 litres per 100km (9.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
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 i V6 technical data
| Model: | Audi A6 3.0 i V6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2004. January ... 2008. January | ||
| Engine: | 2976 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 218 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 290 NM ON 3200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 240 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.6 (combined) 13.9 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.92m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 546 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2150 kg | ||
Audi A6 2004 3.0 i V6 engine BBJ
Engine reliability and common problems:
This engine is known for several recurring issues, most notably the short lifespan of ignition coils, which frequently fail and cause the engine to misfire. This issue is typically accompanied by a Check Engine light. Upgraded coils are often used to mitigate this problem and extend their durability. Additionally, the engine's variable valve timing mechanisms (phasors) are unreliable, with failures commonly occurring before 100,000 km.The engine is prone to minor but frequent issues, particularly with sensors and crankcase ventilation. Overheating is another critical vulnerability, as poor radiator maintenance and irregular coolant replacement can lead to serious problems, including cracking of the engine block. Ensuring clean radiators and adhering to coolant replacement schedules are essential to prevent overheating.
Overall, while the engine may not fail catastrophically under normal circumstances, its susceptibility to small but recurring problems, combined with the risk of overheating, demands careful maintenance to ensure reliability and longevity.
Overall, this engine can last around 340,000 to 570,000 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 | 2976 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 92.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.1 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain and belt More service info |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Audi A6 2004 3.0 i V6 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 218 HP ON 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 NM ON 3200 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2000 |
| Duration of production | 8 years |
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 |