Audi 80 Avant (B4, Typ 8C) 1.9 TDI (90 hp)

Diesel engine with 90 hp (66 kW) and 134 lb-ft (182 Nm), built 1992–1994, station wagon body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power90 hp (66 kW)
Torque134 lb-ft (182 Nm)
0–62 mph14.6 s
Top speed106 mph (170 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.9 TDI (90 hp)
Engine code1Z
Displacement1.9 L (1,896 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio21
Bore79.5 mm
Stroke95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity3.7 qt (3.5 l)

Performance

Power90 hp (66 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque134 lb-ft (182 Nm) @ 2300 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)14.6 s
Top speed106 mph (170 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City37 mpg (6.4 l/100 km)
Highway42 mpg (5.6 l/100 km)
Fuel tank17.4 gal (66 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length176.5 in (4,482 mm)
Width66.7 in (1,695 mm)
Height55.4 in (1,408 mm)
Curb weight2,888 lb (1,310 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,101 lb (1,860 kg)
Cargo volume13.1 cu ft (370 l)
Drag coefficient0.34

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut
Rear suspensionIndependent, torsion bar
Tires195/65 R15
WheelsR15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on an Audi 80 with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • 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 80 Avant (B4, Typ 8C) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.9 TDI (75 hp)Diesel75 hp (55 kW)
2.0 E 16V (137 hp)Gasoline137 hp (101 kW)
2.0 E 16V (137 hp) AutomaticGasoline137 hp (101 kW)
2.3 E (133 hp) quattroGasoline133 hp (98 kW)
1.9 TD (75 hp)Diesel75 hp (55 kW)
2.0 (90 hp)Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)
2.0 (90 hp) AutomaticGasoline90 hp (66 kW)
2.0 E (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 E (115 hp) AutomaticGasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 E 16V (140 hp) quattroGasoline140 hp (103 kW)
2.2 S2 (230 hp) quattroGasoline230 hp (169 kW)
2.3 E (133 hp)Gasoline133 hp (98 kW)
2.3 E (133 hp) AutomaticGasoline133 hp (98 kW)
2.6 V6 (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.6 V6 (150 hp) AutomaticGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.6 V6 (150 hp) quattroGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.8 E V6 (174 hp) quattroGasoline174 hp (128 kW)
1.6 E (101 hp)Gasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.6 E (101 hp) AutomaticGasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI (90 hp) AutomaticDiesel90 hp (66 kW)
2.2 RS2 (315 hp) quattroGasoline315 hp (232 kW)
2.8 E V6 (174 hp)Gasoline174 hp (128 kW)
2.8 V6 E (174 hp) AutomaticGasoline174 hp (128 kW)
2.0 E 16V (140 hp)Gasoline140 hp (103 kW)

← All Audi 80 Avant (B4, Typ 8C) engines

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