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Reviews homepage -> Audi reviews -> 2006 Audi A6 -> 3.0 TDI technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 143
0-62 mph (seconds): 7.8

Urban mpg: 23.9
Extra urban mpg: 40.4
Combined mpg: 32.1
CO2 (g/km): 232


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4934
Height (mm): 1519
Width (mm): 1862
Wheelbase (mm): 2833
Front track (mm): 1596
Rear track (mm): 1587
Cargo volume (litres): 565
Gross weight (kg): 2510
Kerb weight (kg): 1880
Max. braked trailer weight (kg): 2100
Max. unbraked trailer weight (kg): 750
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 80


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: V6 diesel engine mounted transversely in front. Variable geometry turbocharger with intercooler, swirl and tangential intake ports.

Management: Oxidising catalytic converter, water-cooled exhaust gas recirculation, a coated maintenance-free diesel particulate filter helping attain EU4 certification.

Cubic capacity (cc): 2967
Compression ratio: 17.00:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 83.00 x 91.40
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder. Roller cam followers with hydraulic valve-play compensation.
Max. power (bhp): 230 at 4000 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 332 at 1400 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed Tiptronic automatic gearbox fitted as an option to test car. Permanent four-wheel drive with self-locking centre differential, electronic stabilisation program ESP, ASR traction control, electronic differential lock EDL.

Gear ratios:
1st: 4.171:1
2nd: 2.340:1
3rd: 1.521:1
4th: 1.143:1
5th: 0.867:1
6th: 0.691:1
Reverse: 3.403:1
Final drive: 3.309


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: Four-link front suspension, upper and lower wishbones, anti-roll bar, adaptive air suspension.

Rear: Trapezoidal-link rear suspension, anti-roll bar, adaptive air suspension.

Steering: Maintenance-free rack-and-pinion steering with speed-dependent power assistance (servotronic).

Turning circle diameter (m): 11.90

Brakes: Dual-circuit brake system with diagonal split, ABS/EBD, hydraulic brake assist, brake servo, disc brakes at front and rear: ventilated at front.

Wheels: 8J x 17-inch alloy wheels.

Tyres: 225/55 R17.







 

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