1997-2005 A6 OverviewAudi A6 Overview (1997 - 2005)
C5 - 4B
Tech Specs Summary
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- 119 - 174 mph
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- 4.4 - 12.8 seconds
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- 108 - 473 BHP
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- 19.3 - 49.6 mpg
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- 1,320 - 1,955 kg
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- 455 - 1,590 L (SUV)
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- 424 - 551 L (Saloon)
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- 455 - 1,590 L (Estate)
This generation of the Audi A6 (C5 - 4B) was produced by the German manufacturer Audi between 1997 - 2005. It's a front engined car with either all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive and came as a suv, saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 108 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 473 BHP 4.2 L V8 Bi-Turbo petrol engine. It has double wishbone suspension front and rear. However, some models have torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the A6 is the Audi RS6 plus which scores 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 473 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 254 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 174 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Audi A6 Avant 1.9 TDI is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 763 miles and can store 455-1,590 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,600 kg.
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