Audi Cabriolet: generations and engines
The Audi Cabriolet was built from 1991 to 2001 in 2 generations, with 15 engine versions in our catalog (convertible). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.

Production years1991–2001
Generations2
Engine versions15
Power90–174 hp
Body stylesConvertible
FuelGasoline, Diesel
Timeline
Audi Cabriolet generations
- 1991–1997
Audi Cabriolet (B3 8G)
Engines below - 1997–2001
Specs
Audi Cabriolet engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Audi Cabriolet (B3 8G)1991–1997 · 7 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 E (133 hp) | 1991–1994 | Gasoline | 133 hp (98 kW) | 137 lb-ft (186 Nm) | 10.8 s | 123 mph (198 km/h) | |
| 2.8 V6 E (174 hp) | 1992–1996 | Gasoline | 174 hp (128 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 9.8 s | 135 mph (218 km/h) | |
| 2.8 V6 E (174 hp) Automatic | 1992–1996 | Gasoline | 174 hp (128 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 11.1 s | 135 mph (217 km/h) | |
| 2.0 E (115 hp) | 1993–1996 | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | 122 lb-ft (165 Nm) | 12.9 s | 116 mph (187 km/h) | |
| 2.6 V6 (150 hp) | 1993–1996 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 166 lb-ft (225 Nm) | 10.2 s | 130 mph (209 km/h) | |
| 2.6 V6 (150 hp) Automatic | 1993–1996 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 166 lb-ft (225 Nm) | 11.4 s | 129 mph (207 km/h) | |
| 1.9 TDI (90 hp) | 1995–1997 | Diesel | 90 hp (66 kW) | 149 lb-ft (202 Nm) | 14.7 s | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
Before you buy
Check a used Audi Cabriolet
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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