Audi , A6 , C5 , 1.8 Turbo Quattro (1997-) Little Known Facts

Name: Audi, A6,C5,1.8 Turbo Quattro
Brand: Audi
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Engine code was AEB
Produced from 1997 to 2004 with a total production run of approximately 450,000 units
1.8L inline-5 turbocharged engine producing 150 hp at 5700 rpm and 140 lb-ft of torque at 3800 rpm
Quattro all-wheel-drive system
6-speed manual transmission or Tiptronic automatic transmission
Front independent suspension with MacPherson struts, coil springs, and stabilizer bar
Rear multi-link suspension with coil springs, stabilizer bar, and electronic differential lock
Brakes were vented discs all around with 11.2" front rotors and 10.5" rear rotors
Fuel tank capacity was 15.3 gallons US (58 liters)
0-60 mph acceleration took approximately 9 seconds
Top speed was electronically limited to 130 mph (210 km/h)
Front seats were available with leather, Alcantara, or fabric upholstery
Rear seats were a 2/3 split-folding design with 17 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and 63.4 cubic feet with them folded down
Trunk lid release button was on both sides of the car
Optional driver assistance systems included anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, traction control, and engine oil temperature gauge
Optional safety features included dual front airbags with side and curtain airbag options
Available exterior colors were over 25 different options including metallic and pearlescent shades
Audi's proprietary "Electronic Sound Enhancement" system was an option to enhance the exhaust note
A high-performance S4 variant existed, but not for this particular trim (shared platform though)
The car's body was made of steel with galvanized construction to combat corrosion