Audi A6 4F,C6 facelift 2008 3.0 TFSI V6 (290 Hp) quattro Tiptronic


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)

4F,C6 facelift 2008 Overview:

Audi A6 (4F,C6 facelift 2008). With 420 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1725 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.9 s). The top speed reaches 250 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 (190 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 8.2 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 6.2 L/100 km for its class.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 565 Liters.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Meets EURO 5 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 (C8): October, 2020 - ).

General:
Brand:Audi
Model:A6
Generation:4F,C6 facelift 2008
Modification (Engine):3.0 TFSI V6 (290 Hp) quattro Tiptronic
Start of production:September, 2008
End of production:2011
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:290 Hp @ 4850-6800 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:96.8 Hp/l [24mm less]
Torque:420 Nm @ 2500-4850 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:CAJA More details about the engine CAJA
Engine displacement:2995
Number of cylinders:6
Engine configuration:V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Direct injection
Engine aspiration:Supercharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:6.5 l
Coolant:9.6 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:84.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:89 mm mm
Compression ratio:10.3:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:13.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:7.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:9.4 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 5
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:5.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:5.9 sec
Maximum speed:250 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:5.9 kg/Hp, 168.1 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4.1 kg/Nm, 243.5 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:5.6 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1725
Max. weight:2305
Max. roof load:100 kg
Max load:580
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:546 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):1900 kg
Fuel tank capacity:80 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:750 kg
Permitted towbar download:85 kg
Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%):2100 kg
Size:
Length:4927 mm mm [24mm less]
Width:1855 mm mm [47mm less]
Height:1459 mm mm [38mm less]
Wheelbase:2843 mm mm [82mm less]
Width including mirrors:2030 mm
Front track:1612 mm
Rear (Back) track:1618 mm
Front overhang:994 mm
Rear overhang:1090 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears6
Transmission typeAutomatic
Gearbox typeTiptronic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size225/50 R17
Wheel rims size7.5J x 16
Front suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
Rear suspensionIndependent on trapezoidal lever

Behind the wheel of the Audi A6. How does it handle on the road?