1976-1982
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What makes it iconic
The second-generation 100 that introduced Audi's signature five-cylinder engine — a layout no other manufacturer would adopt at this scale.
History
The inline-five gave Audi a distinctive character: smoother than a four, more characterful than a six, and perfectly suited to the 100's transverse-mounted, front-drive layout. The 5E fuel-injected variant was the enthusiast's pick.
Timeline
1976Production begins
1982Production ends
Production & Heritage
Production Total889,160
DesignerHartmut Warkuß
Production Period1976-1982
Estimated Value$5K-$12K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine2.1L Inline-5
Power136 hp @ 5,700 rpm
Torque182 Nm
0-60 mph9 sec
Top Speed190 km/h
Transmission3-speed automatic
DrivetrainFWD
Weight1,190 kg
Engine Details
Engine CodeWC
Displacement2.1L (2,144 cc)
Bore x Stroke81 x 86.4 mm
Compression9.3
Valves10
Fuel SystemBosch K-Jetronic fuel injection
Engine ManagementBosch K-Jetronic
Performance
0-60 mph9 sec
Top Speed190 km/h
Fuel Economy11.3 l/100km
Weight-to-Power8.8 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,680 mm
Width1,770 mm
Height1,390 mm
Wheelbase2,680 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent, trailing arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDrums
SteeringRack and pinion
Tires175/70HR14
Capacity
Fuel Tank75 L
Trunk Volume640 L
Doors4
Seats5
Tags
Designed by Hartmut Warkuß
From the 1970s
