1968-1976
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What makes it iconic
The car that saved Audi. After near-bankruptcy under DKW, the 100 established Audi as a modern, engineering-led manufacturer and funded everything that followed.
History
Ludwig Kraus secretly developed the 100 without Volkswagen management's knowledge. When presented to VW chief Heinrich Nordhoff, the car was so impressive it was approved immediately. Its success financed Audi's transformation into a premium brand.
Timeline
1968Production begins
1976Production ends
Production & Heritage
Production Total827,474
DesignerLudwig Kraus
Production Period1968-1976
Estimated Value$8K-$20K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine1.8L Inline-4
Power100 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque152 Nm
0-60 mph13.5 sec
Top Speed167 km/h
Transmission4-speed manual
DrivetrainFWD
Weight1,060 kg
Drag CoefficientCd 0.42
BodySteel unibody
Engine Details
Engine CodeMC (1.8L inline-4)
Displacement1.8L (1,760 cc)
Bore x Stroke81 x 84.4 mm
Compression10.1
Valves8
Fuel SystemSingle Solex carburetor
Engine ManagementMechanical
Performance
0-100 km/h14 sec
0-60 mph13.5 sec
Top Speed167 km/h
Fuel Economy10.9 l/100km
Weight-to-Power10.6 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,580 mm
Width1,750 mm
Height1,410 mm
Wheelbase2,675 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut, coil springs
Rear SuspensionIndependent, trailing arms, coil springs
Front BrakesDiscs
Rear BrakesDrums
SteeringRack and pinion
Tires (Front)175 SR 14
Tires (Rear)165
Drivetrain
Gear Ratios1st: 3.600, 2nd: 2.125, 3rd: 1.360, 4th: 0.971, R: 3.170
Final Drive3.889
Capacity
Fuel Tank65 L
Trunk Volume500 L
Doors4
Seats5
Tags
Designed by Ludwig Kraus
From the 1960s
