Audi 100

Audi 100
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The Audi 100 and Audi 200 are primarily mid-size/executive cars manufactured and marketed by the Audi division of the Volkswagen Group. The car was made from 1968 to 1997 across four generations (C1โ€“C4), with a two-door model available in the first and second generation (C1-C2), and a five-door model available in the last three generations (C2โ€“C4).They also made an 100 Avant in the 1970s.

Technical data
ManufacturerAudi
ProductionFrom 1968
Body typeSedan

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Audi 100 (from registration data). 5 variants.

Engine variants for Audi 100
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
2.3 l ยท 5-cylPetrolAutomaticโ€“13.1 l/100 km1989โ€“1990
2.3 l ยท 5-cylPetrolManualโ€“12.4 l/100 km1989
2.3 l ยท 5-cylPetrolAutomaticโ€“13.1 l/100 km1990โ€“1991
2.8 l ยท 6-cylPetrolAutomaticโ€“12.7 l/100 km1992โ€“1994
2.8 l ยท 6-cylPetrolManualโ€“12.4 l/100 km1992โ€“1994

Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.

Other Audi models

Similar Sedan models

Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 77% of Audi 100s pass their MOT test first time, based on 207 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data โ€” not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Audi 100 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Audi recalls.