The Audi A6 C5 1.8 Turbo was a compact executive car produced from 1997 to 2004. The 2001 model year saw several updates and improvements.
Engine:
Type: Inline-4 cylinder turbocharged engine
Displacement: 1796cc
Power output: 180PS (177hp) at 5500rpm, with a maximum torque of 235Nm at 1500-4000rpm
Fuel injection system: Electronic fuel injection with a mass air flow sensor and an electronically controlled wastegate
Transmission:
Type: Five-speed manual transmission or four-speed automatic transmission
Gear ratios for the manual transmission:
1st gear: 3.5:1
2nd gear: 2.15:1
3rd gear: 1.44:1
4th gear: 1.00:1
5th gear: 0.86:1
The automatic transmission featured a Torque Converter and an electronically controlled lock-up clutch
Performance:
Top speed (electronically limited): 220 km/h (137 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) acceleration time: approximately 7.8 seconds with the manual transmission, 9.2 seconds with the automatic transmission
Fuel economy:
Urban cycle: around 10.4-11.1 liters per 100 kilometers (combined with a manual transmission)
Extra urban cycle: approximately 5.6-6.3 liters per 100 kilometers (with a manual transmission)
Interior and Features:
Seating capacity: 5 passengers
Cargo space:
Behind the rear seats: around 470 liters
With the rear seats folded: up to 1240 liters
Standard features included:
Power steering with speed-dependent assistance
A four-speaker, mono audio system
Central locking with remote control
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)
Optional features available for the 2001 model year included a CD player, a multi-functional on-board computer, a sunroof, a trip computer, and an anti-theft alarm system
Safety Features:
Driver's airbag
Passenger airbag
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)
Isofix child seat mounting points for the rear seats
Dimensions:
Length: 4654 mm (183.6 inches)
Width: 1815 mm (71.5 inches)
Height: 1451 mm (57.2 inches)
Wheelbase: 2743 mm (108 inches)
The Audi A6 C5 1.8 Turbo was a front-wheel drive executive car that emphasized comfort, fuel efficiency, and a strong turbocharged engine.