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Audi's A5 might not be able to challenge the 3 Series on the road, but its other qualities make it hugely appealing.

   


Reviews homepage -> Audi reviews -> 2008 Audi A5 -> 3.0 TDI quattro technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 155
0-62 mph (seconds): 5.9

Urban mpg: 28.5
Extra urban mpg: 49.5
Combined mpg: 39.2
CO2 (g/km): 191


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4625
Height (mm): 1372
Width (mm): 1854
Wheelbase (mm): 2751
Front track (mm): 1590
Rear track (mm): 1577
Cargo volume (litres): 455
Gross weight (kg): 2110
Kerb weight (kg): 1610
Max. braked trailer weight (kg): 2000
Max. unbraked trailer weight (kg): 750
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 64


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: V6 turbocharged diesel engine mounted in front. Variable geometry turbocharger.

Management: Emissions controlled to Euro IV.

Cubic capacity (cc): 2967
Compression ratio: 16.80:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 83.00 x 91.40
Valve gear: Double overhead camshafts. Roller cam followers with hydraulic valve-play compensation. Four valves per cylinder.
Max. power (bhp): 237 at 4000 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 369 at 1500 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed manual. quattro permanent four-wheel drive with self-locking centre differential, ESP. Hydraulically operated single-plate dry clutch. Synchromesh on all gears.

Gear ratios:
1st: 3.667:1
2nd: 2.050:1
3rd: 1.276:1
4th: 0.882:1
5th: 0.659:1
6th: 0.558:1
Reverse: 3.330:1
Final drive ratio: 3.889:1


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: Five-link front suspension, upper and lower wishbones, tubular anti-roll bar.

Rear: Independent-wheel, trapezoidal-link rear suspension with resiliently mounted subframe, anti-roll bar.

Steering: Power assisted rack and pinion steering.

Turning circle diameter (m): 11.40

Brakes: Dual-circuit brake system with diagonal split, ABS/EBD and ESP with brake assist; tandem brake booster; front: ventilated discs / rear: discs.

Wheels: 7.5J x 17-inch cast aluminium wheels.

Tyres: 225/50 R17.







 

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