Audi A6 4B,C5, facelift 2001 2.7 V6 (250 Hp) quattro


Audi A6:

The Audi A6 is an executive car manufactured by the German company Audi since 1994. Now in its sixth generation, the successor to the Audi 100 is manufactured in Neckarsulm, Germany, and is available in saloon and estate configurations, the latter marketed by Audi as the Avant. Audi's internal numbering treats the A6 as a continuation of the Audi 100 lineage, with the initial A6 designated as a member of the C4-series, followed by the C5, C6, C7, C8 and the C9. The related Audi A7 is essentially a Sportback version of the C7-series and C8-series A6 but is marketed under its own separate identity and model designation....(Read more on Wikipedia)

4B,C5, facelift 2001 Overview:

Audi A6 (4B,C5, facelift 2001). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1660 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.8 s). The top speed reaches 248 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (170 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 9.4 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.6 L/100 km combined.
  • • Meets EURO 4 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Allroad quattro (4B,C5): 2000 - 2005).

General:
Brand:Audi
Model:A6
Generation:4B,C5, facelift 2001
Modification (Engine):2.7 V6 (250 Hp) quattro
Start of production:2001
End of production:2004
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:250 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:93.6 Hp/l [14mm less]
Torque:350 Nm @ 1800-4500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:ARJ, BES More details about the engine ARJ, BES
Engine displacement:2671
Number of cylinders:6
Engine configuration:V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:5
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:BiTurbo, Intercooler
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:6 l
Coolant:6 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:81 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.3:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:16.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:8.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:11.6 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 3
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:6.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:6.8 sec
Maximum speed:248 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:6.6 kg/Hp, 150.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4.7 kg/Nm, 210.8 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:6.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1660
Max. weight:2210
Max. roof load:100 kg
Max load:550
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:434 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):1900 kg
Fuel tank capacity:70 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:750 kg
Permitted towbar download:85 kg
Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%):2100 kg
Size:
Length:4796 mm mm [14mm less]
Width:1810 mm mm [42mm less]
Height:1453 mm mm [98mm less]
Wheelbase:2759 mm mm [2mm more]
Front track:1540 mm
Rear (Back) track:1569 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.68 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size215/55 R16
Wheel rims size7J x 16
Front suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
Rear suspensionSemi-independent, coil spring

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