Audi1994-2001 A4 Overview

Audi A4 Overview (1994 - 2001)

B5 - 8D

Tech Specs Summary


112 - 155 mph

4.9 - 13.8 seconds

89 - 376 hp

19.7 - 48 mpg
lb
2,635 - 3,571 lbs

15.5 ft3 (Sedan)

13.8 - 44.1 ft3 (Wagon)
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This generation of the Audi A4 (B5 - 8D) was produced by the German manufacturer Audi between 1994 - 2001. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a sedan or wagon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 89 hp 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 376 hp 2.7 L V6 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension. However, some models have double wishbone rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Audi RS4 Avant
(2000 - 2001)
...RS4 Avant

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the A4 is the Audi RS4 Avant which scores 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 376 hp and a power/weight ratio of 9.5 lb/hp it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.9 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDI 110
(1996 - 2000)
...9 TDI 110

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDI 110 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 785 miles and can store 13.8-44.1 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.

Euro NCAP Results

1997
Adult Occupant
★★
Pedestrian
★★
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