The 1995 Audi A4 2.6 Quattro represents the absolute beginning of the B5 generation, launching Audi into the modern luxury era. Unlike the 1999 facelift model, this 1995 variant is an early pre-facelift production model powered by the smooth, low-revving 2.6-litre V6 engine paired with permanent mechanical Quattro all-wheel drive.
The 2.6L V6 Engine (ABC Engine Code)
The 2.6-litre V6 engine is an old-school, robust powerplant that prioritises smooth power delivery over high-revving performance.
- Valvetrain: 12-valve design (2 valves per cylinder), which is simpler than the 30-valve V6 engines introduced later in the B5’s lifecycle.
- Power Output: 150 PS (148 hp / 110 kW) at 5,500 RPM. [1, 2]
- Torque: 225 Nm (166 lb-ft) at 3,500 RPM.
- Performance: 0–60 mph takes around 8.8 to 9.1 seconds, with a top speed of roughly 136 mph (218 km/h).
- Character: It is not a fast car by modern standards, but it delivers effortless, linear highway cruising with a pleasant, subtle V6 growl.
1995 Pre-Facelift Distinctions
