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 hp
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- 16.1 - 41.3 mpg
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- 2,910 - 4,310 lbs
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- 16.1 - 56.2 ft3 (SUV)
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- 15 - 19.5 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 16.1 - 56.2 ft3 (Wagon)
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, sedan or wagon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 108 hp 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 473 hp 4.2 L V8 Bi-Turbo gasoline 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 8.69 lb/hp 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 16.1-56.2 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,527 lbs.
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