The Engines Of B6 Audi A4

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The Engines Of B6 Audi A4

The second generation of the Audi A4, internally known as Typ 8E or B6, was introduced in late 2000. It was based on the all-new B6 platform by Volkswagen platform. The Audi A4 engine range was also thoroughly revised. The main addition was the Audi A4 2.4 V6 engine in petrol variants. The B6 generation was the first to be equipped with the Fuel Stratification Injection (FSI) technology in Audi’s engines. The permanent (Quattro) all wheel drive system was also introduced to the 1.9litre TDI and 2.5litre V6 TDI diesel engines.

The body of the Audi A4 also received some tweaks and was inspired by the C5 Audi A6.Apart from the 1.6litre version all of the other engines received increase in their power output or displacement upgrade. The 1.8litre 20 valve Turbo was now offered in two additional variants i.e. with 148 bhp and a 178 bhp. A more powerful 2.0 litre engine replaced the naturally aspirated 1.8 litre unit, while the 2.8 litre V6 engine was succeeded by an all-aluminium alloy 3.0litre powertrain. All of these units still boasted a five valves per cylinder design. The most capable ...
... of these units could generate 217 bhp and 221 lb- ft of torque.

On the road the Audi A4 B6 generation was great but not perfect. The suspension was aluminium four link at the front and was mated with the low un-sprung weight of alloys as a a standard on all versions. This helped in minimizing the effects of the front-wheel drive and returns a great handling and responsive steering. The quality of the ride is great but there was still a feel of front wheel drive vices. The B6 Audi A4 also increased the driver’s confidence with its excellent braking, the car could be gently put to a stop from 120mph without any effort.

The B6 Audi A4 2.0 engine has a great engine note and performs great between 4,000 and 5,000 rpm. It proves a practical alternative to the Mercedes C200 or BMW 318i. on the motorway the ride is so quiet and you can barely hear the wind or road noises. The facts that the engine is hanging at the front and the front wheel drive show when going on a twisty road or corners. However, the 1.8 Quattro with 150bhp does not have such an issue thanks to the permanent all-wheel drive system. Overall the best option for the B6 Audi A4 was the 2.4 V6 engine with a top speed of 140mph and 0-62mph value of 8.8 seconds. It returned the fuel economy of 32mpg with carbon emissions of 228g/km.

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