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Audi A6 Ambiente (1998) price & specs
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Ambiente
Overview
The 1998 Audi A6 Ambiente is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Audi A6 is regarded as a Large Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $79,800 before on-road costs.
This Audi A6 is powered by a 2.4L 6-cylinder engine that has 121 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 230 Nm of torque (at 3200 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission.
The Audi A6 measures 1453mm (57.2 inches) in height, 4796mm (188.8 inches) in length, 1810mm (71.3 inches) in width with a 2760mm (108.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1525kg (3362.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The A6 Ambiente comes standard with 205/60 R15 front tyres and 205/60 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
74.23 - 91.91 kW/t
74.23 kW/t
152.05 kW/t
Boot Space
434 - 551 litres
410 litres
600 litres
Price
$74,990 - $103,650
$74,990
$194,200
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 years
2 years
3 years
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Dimensions
4,796 mm
1,810 mm
1,453 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,796 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,810 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,453 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm |
| Load Capacity | 475 mm |
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 81
Engine (cc): 2393
Compression Ratio: 10.5
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 2.4
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 5
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 77.4
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
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: 18.5
Capacity (L): 70
Clock
Type: Analogue
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Instrument Cluster
Message Display: yes
Type: Partial Digital
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 2
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Oil Temperature
Type: Gauge
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Combined (L/100km): 6.2
AS 2877 Combined (mpg): 38
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.2
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 38
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 12.4
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 19
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 12.4
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 6.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 217
Maximum Speed (mph): 135
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 165
Maximum Power (kW): 121
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 170
Maximum Torque (Nm): 230
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3200
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: 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: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
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: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Rear: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 19.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 551
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1540
Overall Height (in): 57.2
Overall Height (mm): 1453
Overall Length (in): 188.8
Overall Length (mm): 4796
Overall Width (in): 71.3
Overall Width (mm): 1810
Rear Track (in): 61.8
Rear Track (mm): 1569
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.3
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11680
Wheelbase (in): 108.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2760
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.3
Front Headroom (mm): 998
Rear Headroom (in): 37.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 963
Front Shoulder Room (in): 58.6
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1488
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 57.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1456
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
Type: Gloss
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
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Sun Visors
Location: Centre
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2000
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4409
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1525
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3362
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: 8
Load Restraint
Type: net
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Illuminated Rear Ashtray: yes
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Illuminated Rear Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Rear 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: Leather
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 Grabbers: yes
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Grabbers: yes
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 Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Integral Box: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Location: Rear
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
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 Dead Bolt: yes
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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