Audi A4 B5, Typ 8D, facelift 1999 2.5 TDI V6 (150 Hp) Tiptronic
Audi A4:
The Audi A4 is a line of luxury compact executive cars produced from 1994 to 2025 by the German car manufacturer Audi, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group. The A4 has been built in five generations and is based on the Volkswagen Group B platform. The first generation A4 succeeded the Audi 80. The automaker's internal numbering treats the A4 as a continuation of the Audi 80 lineage, with the initial A4 designated as the B5-series, followed by the B6, B7, B8, and the B9.
The B8 and B9 versions of the A4 are built on the Volkswagen Group MLB platform shared with several models and brands across the Volkswagen Group. The Audi A4 automobile layout consists of a front-engine design, with transaxle-type transmissions mounted at the rear of the engine. The cars are front-wheel drive, or on some models, "quattro" all-wheel drive. The A4 is available as a sedan and station wagon. Historically, the second and third generations of the A4 also included a convertible version. For the B8 and B9 versions, the convertible, along with a new coupé and 5-door liftback variant, was spun-off by Audi into a new nameplate called the Audi A5....(Read more on Wikipedia)
B5, Typ 8D, facelift 1999 Overview:
Audi A4 (B5, Typ 8D, facelift 1999). With 310 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.4 l/100km). With a weight of 1415 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.8 s). The top speed reaches 214 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (125 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.3 sec).
- • Standard trunk space (440 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 8.9 L/100 km combined.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Avant (B5, Typ 8D): 1997 - 1999).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | A4 |
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| Generation: | B5, Typ 8D, facelift 1999 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TDI V6 (150 Hp) Tiptronic |
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| Start of production: | 1999 |
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| End of production: | 2000 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 60.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 310 Nm @ 1500-3200 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AFB More details about the engine AFB |
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| Engine displacement: | 2496 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 78.3 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 19.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.8 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.8 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.8 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 214 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.6 kg/Nm, 219.1 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.3 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1415 |
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| Max. weight: | 1965 |
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| Max load: | 550 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 440 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4479 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1733 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1415 mm mm [2mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2617 mm mm [10mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1498 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1479 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.1 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Suspension with traction connecting levers |
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