Audi A6 (4B,C5) 1.8 T (180 hp) quattro

Gasoline engine with 180 hp (132 kW) and 173 lb-ft (235 Nm), built 1997–2001, sedan body, all-wheel drive (4x4). The Audi A6 (4B,C5) has 10 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power180 hp (132 kW)
Torque173 lb-ft (235 Nm)
0–62 mph8.5 s
Top speed141 mph (227 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.8 T (180 hp) quattro
Engine codeAJL
Displacement1.8 L (1,781 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder5
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio9-5
Bore81 mm
Stroke86.4 mm
Engine oil capacity3.7 qt (3.5 l)

Performance

Power180 hp (132 kW) @ 5500 rpm
Torque173 lb-ft (235 Nm) @ 1950 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)8.5 s
Top speed141 mph (227 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City19 mpg (12.4 l/100 km)
Highway28 mpg (8.5 l/100 km)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length188.8 in (4,796 mm)
Width71.3 in (1,810 mm)
Height57.2 in (1,453 mm)
Curb weight3,263 lb (1,480 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,542 lb (2,060 kg)
Drag coefficient0.29

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
Gears6
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionIndependent multi-link
Rear suspensionSemi-independent, coil spring
Tires205/60 R15
WheelsR15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on an Audi A6 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 A6 (4B,C5) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.8 (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 (125 hp) AutomaticGasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 T (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.8 T (150 hp) TiptronicGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.8 T (150 hp) quattroGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.8 T (180 hp)Gasoline180 hp (132 kW)
1.9 TDI (110 hp)Diesel110 hp (81 kW)
1.9 TDI (110 hp) AutomaticDiesel110 hp (81 kW)
2.4 V6 30V (136 hp)Gasoline136 hp (100 kW)
2.4 V6 30V (165 hp)Gasoline165 hp (121 kW)
2.4 V6 30V (165 hp) TiptronicGasoline165 hp (121 kW)
2.4 V6 30V (165 hp) quattroGasoline165 hp (121 kW)
2.4 V6 30V (165 hp) quattro TiptronicGasoline165 hp (121 kW)
2.5 TDI V6 (150 hp)Diesel150 hp (110 kW)
2.5 TDI V6 (150 hp) TiptronicDiesel150 hp (110 kW)
2.5 TDI V6 (150 hp) quattroDiesel150 hp (110 kW)
2.5 TDI V6 (150 hp) quattro TiptronicDiesel150 hp (110 kW)
2.7 T V6 (230 hp) TiptronicGasoline230 hp (169 kW)
2.7 T V6 (230 hp) quattroGasoline230 hp (169 kW)
2.7 T V6 (230 hp) quattro TiptronicGasoline230 hp (169 kW)
2.8 V6 30V (193 hp)Gasoline193 hp (142 kW)
2.8 V6 30V (193 hp) TiptronicGasoline193 hp (142 kW)
2.8 V6 30V (193 hp) quattroGasoline193 hp (142 kW)
2.8 V6 30V (193 hp) quattro TiptronicGasoline193 hp (142 kW)
4.2 V8 40V (300 hp) quattro TiptronicGasoline300 hp (221 kW)
2.5 TDI V6 (180 hp) quattroDiesel180 hp (132 kW)
2.5 TDI V6 (180 hp) quattro TiptronicDiesel180 hp (132 kW)
2.5 TDI V6 (180 hp) TiptronicDiesel180 hp (132 kW)
2.7 T V6 (250 hp) quattroGasoline250 hp (184 kW)
2.7 T V6 (250 hp) quattro TiptronicGasoline250 hp (184 kW)

← All Audi A6 (4B,C5) engines

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