Specifications: Audi A8 (D2, 4D, facelift 1998) 2.5 TDI V6 (180 Hp) 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002

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Audi A8 (D2, 4D, facelift 1998) 2.5 TDI V6 (180 Hp) – Full specifications
General information
Brand Audi
Model A8
Generation A8 (D2, 4D, facelift 1998)
Modification (Engine) 2.5 TDI V6 (180 Hp)
Start of production 1999 year
End of production 2002 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body type Sedan
Seats 5
Doors 4
Performance specs
Fuel consumption (economy) – urban (NEDC) 10.3 l/100 km
22.8 US mpg
27.4 UK mpg
9.7 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) – extra urban (NEDC) 5.4 l/100 km
43.6 US mpg
52.3 UK mpg
18.5 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) – combined (NEDC) 7.2 l/100 km
32.7 US mpg
39.2 UK mpg
13.9 km/l
CO2 emissions (NEDC) 193 g/km
Fuel Type Diesel
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h 8.8 sec
Acceleration 0 – 62 mph 8.8 sec
Acceleration 0 – 60 mph (Calculated by Auto-Data.net) 8.4 sec
Maximum speed 227 km/h
141.05 mph
Emission standard Euro 3
Weight-to-power ratio 9.1 kg/Hp, 110.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 4.4 kg/Nm, 227 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 180 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power per litre 72.1 Hp/l
Torque 370 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm.
272.9 lb.-ft. @ 1500-2500 rpm.
Engine layout Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model/Code AKE
Engine displacement 2496 cm3
152.32 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 6
Engine configuration V-engine
Cylinder Bore 78.3 mm
3.08 in.
Piston Stroke 86.4 mm
3.4 in.
Compression ratio 18.5:1
Number of valves per cylinder 4
Fuel injection system Direct injection
Engine aspiration Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain DOHC
Engine oil capacity 5.9 l
6.23 US qt | 5.19 UK qt
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Coolant 10 l
10.57 US qt | 8.8 UK qt

Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1630 kg
3593.53 lbs.
Max. weight 2230 kg
4916.31 lbs.
Max load 600 kg
1322.77 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space – minimum 525 l
18.54 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 90 l
23.78 US gal | 19.8 UK gal
Max. roof load 100 kg
220.46 lbs.
Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%) 1900 kg
4188.78 lbs.
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%) 1700 kg
3747.86 lbs.
Permitted trailer load without brakes 750 kg
1653.47 lbs.
Permitted towbar download 95 kg
209.44 lbs.
Dimensions
Length 5034 mm
198.19 in.
Width 1880 mm
74.02 in.
Width including mirrors 1973 mm
77.68 in.
Height 1438 mm
56.61 in.
Wheelbase 2882 mm
113.46 in.
Front track 1599 mm
62.95 in.
Rear (Back) track 1591 mm
62.64 in.
Drag coefficient (Cd) 0.29
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 12.3 m
40.35 ft.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Front wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox 6 gears, manual transmission
Front suspension Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspension Independent on trapezoidal lever, Transverse stabilizer
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Ventilated discs
Assisting systems ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tires size 225/60 R16
Wheel rims size 7J x 16

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