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1.8L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, 4x4
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$64,700â€
Audi A4 Base (1998) price & specs
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Overview
The 1998 Audi A4 Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Station Wagon that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Audi A4 is regarded as a Medium Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $64,700 before on-road costs.
This Audi A4 is powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine that has 132 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 235 Nm of torque (at 2000 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission.
The Audi A4 measures 1415mm (55.7 inches) in height, 4479mm (176.3 inches) in length, 1733mm (68.2 inches) in width with a 2622mm (103.2 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1365kg (3009.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The A4 Base comes standard with 205/55 R16 front tyres and 205/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
67.4 - 99.62 kW/t
64.98 kW/t
143.31 kW/t
Boot Space
390 - 440 litres
390 litres
465 litres
Price
$47,950 - $83,500
$47,950
$155,100
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,479 mm
1,733 mm
1,415 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,479 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,733 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,622 mm |
| Load Capacity | 535 mm |
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Intercooler Compressor: yes
Number of Compressors: 1
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 81
Engine (cc): 1781
Compression Ratio: 9.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.8
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 5
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 86.4
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Additional Fuel Types
Fuel Types: Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 16.4
Capacity (L): 62
Clock
Type: Analogue
Computer
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Instrument Cluster
Type: Partial Digital
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Oil Temperature
Type: Gauge
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.8
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 180
Maximum Power (kW): 132
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 174
Maximum Torque (Nm): 235
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: ABS
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Body Colour
Size of Body Side Molding: Narrow
Body Style
Body Type: Station Wagon
Local Body Type: Station Wagon
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Length to Back of Rear Station Wagons (in): 63.6
Length to Back of Rear Station Wagons: 1615
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 44.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1250
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (cu ft): 26.5
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (L): 750
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 390
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59
Front Track (mm): 1498
Overall Height (in): 55.7
Overall Height (mm): 1415
Overall Length (in): 176.3
Overall Length (mm): 4479
Overall Width (in): 68.2
Overall Width (mm): 1733
Rear Track (in): 58.2
Rear Track (mm): 1479
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.5
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11130
Wheelbase (in): 103.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2622
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.1
Front Headroom (mm): 969
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 960
Front Hip Room (in): 56.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1431
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1402
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Metallic
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof One Touch Opening: yes
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1450
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3197
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 680
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1499
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1900
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4189
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1365
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3009
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: net
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Number of Door Switches: 4
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Door Panel Trim
Material: Partial Cloth
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Luxury Trim
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Driver Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Rotational Adjustment: yes
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seats Rotational Adjustment: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Pre Tensioners: yes
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Lidded
Floor Type: Full
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: Variable
Push Button Heater Controls: yes
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Power Locks
Includes Fuel Filler Door: yes
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Sunroof: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: Remote
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