Audi 100 Avant (C3, Typ 44, 44Q, facelift 1988) 2.2 Turbo CAT (165 hp) quattro

Gasoline engine with 165 hp (121 kW) and 177 lb-ft (240 Nm), built 1988–1990, station wagon body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power165 hp (121 kW)
Torque177 lb-ft (240 Nm)
0–62 mph8.2 s
Top speed132 mph (212 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.2 Turbo CAT (165 hp) quattro
Displacement2.2 L (2,226 cm³)
Cylinders5
Cylinder layoutInline
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio7-8
Bore81 mm
Stroke86.4 mm

Performance

Power165 hp (121 kW) @ 5500 rpm
Torque177 lb-ft (240 Nm) @ 3000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)8.2 s
Top speed132 mph (212 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
Highway21 mpg (11.4 l/100 km)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length188.7 in (4,793 mm)
Width71.4 in (1,814 mm)
Height55.9 in (1,421 mm)
Curb weight3,197 lb (1,450 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,409 lb (2,000 kg)
Cargo volume22.7 cu ft (644 l)
Drag coefficient0.34

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
Gears5
Tires205/60 R15
WheelsR15

What to check on an Audi 100 with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Audi 100 Avant (C3, Typ 44, 44Q, facelift 1988) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.8 (90 hp) quattroGasoline90 hp (66 kW)
1.8 CAT (90 hp) quattroGasoline90 hp (66 kW)
2.0 D (70 hp)Diesel70 hp (51 kW)
2.0 E CAT (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 E CAT (115 hp) AutomaticGasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 TD (100 hp)Diesel100 hp (74 kW)
2.0 TD (87 hp)Diesel87 hp (64 kW)
2.2 Turbo CAT (165 hp)Gasoline165 hp (121 kW)
2.3 (136 hp)Gasoline136 hp (100 kW)
2.3 (136 hp) quattroGasoline136 hp (100 kW)
2.3 CAT (136 hp)Gasoline136 hp (100 kW)
2.2 (138 hp) quattroGasoline138 hp (101 kW)
2.2 CAT (138 hp)Gasoline138 hp (101 kW)
2.3 (133 hp)Gasoline133 hp (98 kW)
2.4 D (82 hp)Diesel82 hp (60 kW)
2.5 TDI (120 hp)Diesel120 hp (88 kW)

← All Audi 100 Avant (C3, Typ 44, 44Q, facelift 1988) engines

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