Audi A6 (4A,C4) 1.9 TDI (90 hp) Automatic

Diesel engine with 90 hp (66 kW) and 149 lb-ft (202 Nm), built 1994–1997, sedan body, front-wheel drive. The Audi A6 (4A,C4) has 5 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power90 hp (66 kW)
Torque149 lb-ft (202 Nm)
0–62 mph17.5 s
Top speed110 mph (177 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.9 TDI (90 hp) Automatic
Engine code1Z
Displacement1.9 L (1,896 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio19-5
Bore79.5 mm
Stroke95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity3.7 qt (3.5 l)

Performance

Power90 hp (66 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque149 lb-ft (202 Nm) @ 1900 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)17.5 s
Top speed110 mph (177 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City29 mpg (8.2 l/100 km)
Highway39 mpg (6.1 l/100 km)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length188.9 in (4,797 mm)
Width70.2 in (1,783 mm)
Height56.3 in (1,430 mm)
Curb weight3,075 lb (1,395 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,288 lb (1,945 kg)
Drag coefficient0.32

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionSemi-independent, coil spring
Tires195/65 R15
Wheels6J x 15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on an Audi A6 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 A6 (4A,C4) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.9 TDI (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
2.0 (101 hp)Gasoline101 hp (74 kW)
2.0 (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 (115 hp) AutomaticGasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 16V (140 hp)Gasoline140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 16V (140 hp) AutomaticGasoline140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 16V (140 hp) quattroGasoline140 hp (103 kW)
2.3 (133 hp)Gasoline133 hp (98 kW)
2.3 (133 hp) quattroGasoline133 hp (98 kW)
2.5 TDI (115 hp)Diesel115 hp (85 kW)
2.5 TDI (115 hp) AutomaticDiesel115 hp (85 kW)
2.5 TDI (140 hp)Diesel140 hp (103 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)
2.6 V6 (150 hp) quattro AutomaticGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.8 V6 (174 hp)Gasoline174 hp (128 kW)
2.8 V6 (174 hp) AutomaticGasoline174 hp (128 kW)
2.8 V6 (174 hp) quattroGasoline174 hp (128 kW)
2.8 V6 (174 hp) quattro AutomaticGasoline174 hp (128 kW)
1.8 20V (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 20V (125 hp) AutomaticGasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 20V (125 hp) quattroGasoline125 hp (92 kW)
2.5 TDI (140 hp) quattroDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.8 V6 30V (193 hp)Gasoline193 hp (142 kW)
2.8 V6 30V (193 hp) AutomaticGasoline193 hp (142 kW)
2.8 V6 30V (193 hp) quattroGasoline193 hp (142 kW)
2.8 V6 30V (193 hp) quattro AutomaticGasoline193 hp (142 kW)
2.5 TDI (140 hp) AutomaticDiesel140 hp (103 kW)

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