Audi A4 B5, Typ 8D 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic


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 Overview:

Audi A4 (B5, Typ 8D). With 202 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1260 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.8 s). The top speed reaches 175 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 (90 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 13.3 sec).
  • • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 5.1 L/100 km.
  • • Standard trunk space (440 L) suitable for daily needs.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
  • • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Avant (B9 8W, facelift 2018): February, 2019 - May, 2019).

General:
Brand:Audi
Model:A4
Generation:B5, Typ 8D
Modification (Engine):1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:January, 1995
End of production:1999
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:90 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:47.5 Hp/l [259mm less]
Torque:202 Nm @ 1900 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:1Z, AHU, AHH More details about the engine 1Z, AHU, AHH
Engine displacement:1896
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Direct injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:3.5 l
Coolant:6.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:79.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:95.5 mm mm
Compression ratio:19.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:5.1 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:14.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:14.8 sec
Maximum speed:175 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:14 kg/Hp, 71.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.2 kg/Nm, 160.3 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:14.1 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1260
Max. weight:1805
Max load:545
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:440 l
Fuel tank capacity:62 l
Size:
Length:4479 mm mm [259mm less]
Width:1733 mm mm [109mm less]
Height:1415 mm mm [20mm less]
Wheelbase:2617 mm mm [203mm less]
Front track:1498 mm
Rear (Back) track:1479 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.1 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesDisc [above average]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size195/65 R15
Wheel rims size15
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionSuspension with traction connecting levers

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