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Technical data

This 2.5 TDI MT quattro (179 hp) engine was fitted in the 4B/C5 Sedan, which was produced by Audi from 1997 to 2004. In addition to this engine, 41 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Body

Body typeSedan
Seats5
Width1810mm
Length4796mm
Height1452mm
Wheelbase2760mm
Front track1540mm
Min. boot capacity551litre
Rear track1569mm
Kerb weight1675kg
Gross weight2225kg
Displacement550kg
Max. boot capacity551litre
Front/rear axle load1205/1170kg
Permitted road-train weight4325kg

Engine

Engine typeDiesel
Displacement2496cm3
Engine power179bhp
RPM at max powerto 4 000RPM
Maximum torque370Nm
Injection typeDirect injection
Forced inductionTurbocharger
Cylinder layoutV-type
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder4
RPM at max torque1500up to 2 500 RPM
IntercoolerYes
Bore78.3mm
Stroke86.4mm

Power & fuel consumption

FuelDiesel
Top speed223km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)8.9second
City fuel consumption per 100 km11.2litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km6.3litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km8litre
Fuel tank capacity70litre
Cruising rangefrom 630 to 1 110km
Emission standardEURO III

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Multi wishbone, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionTrailing arms, Dampers, Helical springs, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Drive wheelsAll-wheel drive (AWD)
Number of gears6
Turning circle11.68m

Real-world consumption (est.)

City12.9 litres / 100km
Highway7.2 litres / 100km
Average9.2 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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