Audi 80 1988-92
Notes: This was
an entry-level sedan, one of the first with the Quattro option (all-wheel
drive). The original model had
antilock brakes as an option, and a driver’s side airbag.
AM/FM cassette and a “chip in the key” anti-theft circuit was also
standard. A sports package is
another option, as is a manual sunroof.
In 1991, the 108-horsepower engine was dropped, replaced by a
130-horsepower engine. Fog lamps
and all-season tires became standard, with the Quattro version also gaining
antilock brakes, a sports suspension, and sports seats as standard.
In 1992, antilock brakes became standard on all models, and the optional
sunroof became an automatic one.
Negative points are the acceleration, which is sluggish even in the
130-horsepower version, and trunk space, which is skimpy.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
108 hp I-4 |
$6813 |
G, A |
237 kg |
1.32 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
130 hp I-5 |
$6946 |
G, A |
237 kg |
1.38 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
108 hp I-4 |
458/44 |
127/12 |
60 |
48 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
130 hp I-5 |
520/50 |
145/14 |
60 |
58 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Audi 90/Cabriolet
1993-98
Notes: This is a
"near-luxury" car, not quite as well appointed as full luxury cars, but better
than standard vehicles. With a
standard transmission, the Cabriolet is very responsive and smooth; with the
automatic transmission, the 172-horsepower V-6 engine is drained of the ability
to deliver quick bursts of power.
The automatic transmission also tends to shift abruptly and tends to hold onto
gears too long. The Cabriolet's
ride tends to be a bit rough in urban environments, with bumps such as tar
strips and even small potholes causing noisy bumps.
The interior of the vehicle is quality, using fine materials and good
dashboard and control layouts. The
Audi, built in Germany, suffered in sales from competitors such as Acura,
Infiniti, Lexus, and Nissan, and is a bit harder to find that those companies'
cars, and, due to the fine materials used in its construction, is also more
expensive than those cars. The
Cabriolet comes in a 4-door sedan and a 2-door convertible model.
Twilight 2000
Notes: Vehicles beyond the 1995 model year are not available.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
4-Door Sedan |
$7455 |
G, A |
325 kg |
1.45 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
2-Door Convertible |
$7455 |
G, A |
153 kg |
1.58 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
4-Door Sedan |
643/62 |
178/17 |
66 |
73 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
2-Door Convertible |
593/57 |
165/16 |
66 |
73 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Audi 100 Series
1992-97
Notes: This is
one of the lowest priced vehicles in the Audi line, and though, since it is an
Audi, it is better appointed than most economy sedans, you get what you pay for
compared to other Audis. The
engines are smaller than those equipping other Audis; the 172-horsepower V-6
gives adequate performance, while the turbocharged 227-horsepower I-5 gives
snappy performance. Both engines
are degraded if automatic transmission is used; in addition, the automatic
transmission can get "stuck" in a high gear if the high gear is used for a long
period. Room is ample for 4
occupants; a fifth can be carried, but the back seat can get a bit cramped if
all the passengers are adults. The
wagon version has a folding third seat, but this is best used by children.
The dashboard and most of the controls are well-placed, but the climate
controls are placed low, and the symbols for their functions describe their
functions poorly and much experimentation must usually be made to figure out
which position does what.
Twilight 2000
Notes: Vehicles beyond the 1995 model year are not available.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
Turbo I-5 Sedan |
$6983 |
G, A |
365 kg |
1.55 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
V-6 Sedan |
$6643 |
G, A |
365 kg |
1.37 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Turbo I-5 Wagon |
$7820 |
G, A |
515 kg |
1.62 tons |
1+6 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
V-6 Wagon |
$7480 |
G, A |
515 kg |
1.44 tons |
1+6 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
Turbo I-5 Sedan |
786/76 |
218/21 |
80 |
101 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
V-6 Sedan |
678/65 |
188/18 |
80 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Turbo I-5 Wagon |
753/73 |
209/20 |
80 |
101 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
V-6 Wagon |
647/62 |
180/17 |
80 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Audi 4000S/Coupe 1985-87
Notes: This is a
premium sedan that offers a large amount of luxuries (for the period).
Versions include a 4-door sedan, a 2-door sedan, and a 2-door fastback
coupe. They have Quattro all-wheel
drive, and manual or automatic transmission.
The model began with a choice of a 102-horsepower I-4 or a 115-horsepower
I-5, but a 130-horsepower I-5 was added in 1987.
The engines are economical but sluggish, and the 4000S can be plagued by
electrical problems. In addition,
spare parts can be expensive.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
$7583 |
G, A |
249 kg |
1.13 tons |
1+1 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
115 hp I-4 2-Door Coupe |
$7668 |
G, A |
249 kg |
1.14 tons |
1+1 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
130 hp I-5 2-Door Coupe |
$7858 |
G, A |
249 kg |
1.2 tons |
1+1 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
102 hp I-4 2-Door Sedan |
$7333 |
G, A |
267 kg |
1.02 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
115 hp I-5 2-Door Sedan |
$7418 |
G, A |
267 kg |
1.03 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
130 hp I-5 2-Door Sedan |
$7608 |
G, A |
267 kg |
1.08 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
102 hp I-5 4-Door Sedan |
$7333 |
G, A |
267 kg |
1.06 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
115 hp I-5 4-Door Sedan |
$7418 |
G, A |
267 kg |
1.07 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
130 hp I-5 4-Door Sedan |
$7608 |
G, A |
267 kg |
1.13 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
102 hp I-4 2-Door Coupe |
498/49 |
138/13 |
60 |
45 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
115 hp I-4 2-Door Coupe |
554/53 |
154/15 |
60 |
51 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
130 hp I-5 2-Door Coupe |
592/57 |
165/16 |
60 |
58 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
102 hp I-4 2-Door Sedan |
548/53 |
152/15 |
60 |
45 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
115 hp I-5 2-Door Sedan |
610/59 |
169/16 |
60 |
51 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
130 hp I-5 2-Door Sedan |
653/63 |
181/18 |
60 |
58 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
102 hp I-5 4-Door Sedan |
528/51 |
147/14 |
60 |
45 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
115 hp I-5 4-Door Sedan |
588/57 |
163/16 |
60 |
51 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
130 hp I-5 4-Door Sedan |
626/60 |
174/17 |
60 |
58 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Audi 5000S/100/200 1985-91
Notes: When the
1985 Audi 5000S appeared, it was the world’s most aerodynamic sedan (for the
time). A sedan version came first,
with a 110-horsepower engine, and a 140-horsepower turbocharged I-5 appearing
later in the model year. A wagon
version also arrived later in the model year.
In 1986, a larger, more powerful 162-horsepower turbocharged I-5 engine
was added, along with a version with Quattro all-wheel drive and antilock
brakes. In 1987, a 130-hosepower
I-5 replaced the anemic 110-horsepower engine as the base engine.
In 1989, the “5000S” name was dropped and the standard-engine version was
called the 100, and those with turbocharged engines called the 200.
In 1990, a driver’s side airbag was added, and in 1991, 217-horsepower
turbocharged I-5 was added to the 200 series.
The trunk of these vehicle is spacious, but acceleration with standard
engines is sluggish. Turbocharged
engines can have sudden acceleration when shifted from Park into Drive or
Reverse.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
110 hp I-5 Sedan |
$6820 |
G, A |
349 kg |
1.29 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
130 hp I-5 Sedan |
$6945 |
G, A |
349 kg |
1.35 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
140 hp I-5 Sedan |
$7005 |
G, A |
349 kg |
1.36 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
162 hp I-5 Sedan |
$7163 |
G, A |
349 kg |
1.37 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
217 hp I-5 Sedan |
$7513 |
G, A |
349 kg |
1.45 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
110-hp I-5 Wagon |
$6910 |
G, A |
800 kg |
1.38 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
130 hp I-5 Wagon |
$7035 |
G, A |
800 kg |
1.44 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
140 hp I-5 Wagon |
$7095 |
G, A |
800 kg |
1.45 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
162 hp I-5 Wagon |
$7253 |
G, A |
800 kg |
1.47 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
217 hp I-5 Wagon |
$7603 |
G, A |
800 kg |
1.55 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
110 hp I-5 Sedan |
473/46 |
131/13 |
80 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
130 hp I-5 Sedan |
530/51 |
147/14 |
80 |
58 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
140 hp I-5 Sedan |
561/54 |
156/15 |
80 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
162 hp I-5 Sedan |
638/61 |
177/17 |
80 |
72 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
217 hp I-5 Sedan |
804/77 |
224/22 |
80 |
97 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
110-hp I-5 Wagon |
444/43 |
124/12 |
80 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
130 hp I-5 Wagon |
500/48 |
138/13 |
80 |
58 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
140 hp I-5 Wagon |
529/51 |
147/14 |
80 |
62 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
162 hp I-5 Wagon |
598/58 |
166/16 |
80 |
72 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
217 hp I-5 Wagon |
755/73 |
209/20 |
80 |
97 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Audi A4 1996-01
Notes: This is an
evolutionary upgrade of the Cabriolet.
Most of the problems of the Cabriolet's automatic transmission power
problems have been fixed in the A4, with smooth gearshifts and ability to
quickly shift to change power levels.
The engine has also been improved, and three alternate engines have been
introduced, a turbocharged 4-cylinder, a higher-power dual overhead cam
6-cylinder, and a powerful supercharged V-6.
Road noise has been improved, though the tires themselves do contribute
to noise. However, the power
steering is a little too over-assisted, leading to somewhat sloppy steering, and
the power brakes are a bit touchy and require getting used to.
The A4 comes in sedan and wagon versions, both with 4 doors; a sport
package is available for both models, which consists of minor body styling
differences, an upgrade in the sound system, and a better suspension.
When in wagon configuration, the A4 is known as the Avant.
Twilight 2000
Notes: This vehicle is not available.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
170 hp I-4 Sedan |
$7908 |
G, A |
315 kg |
1.4 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
170 hp I-4 Wagon |
$7973 |
G, A |
405 kg |
1.49 tons |
1+6 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
172 hp V-6 Sedan |
$7918 |
G, A |
315 kg |
1.4 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
172 hp V-6 Wagon |
$7983 |
G, A |
405 kg |
1.49 tons |
1+6 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
190 hp V-6 Sedan |
$8033 |
G, A |
315 kg |
1.46 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
190 hp V-6 Wagon |
$8098 |
G, A |
405 kg |
1.55 tons |
1+6 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
250 hp V-6 Sedan |
$8401 |
G, A |
315 kg |
1.54 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
170 hp I-4 Sedan |
660/64 |
183/18 |
62 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
170 hp I-4 Wagon |
622/60 |
173/17 |
62 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
172 hp V-6 Sedan |
665/64 |
185/18 |
62 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
172 hp V-6 Wagon |
626/61 |
174/17 |
62 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
190 hp V-6 Sedan |
705/68 |
196/19 |
62 |
85 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
190 hp V-6 Wagon |
664/64 |
185/18 |
62 |
85 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
250 hp V-6 Sedan |
867/83 |
241/23 |
62 |
111 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Audi A4 2004-05
Notes: This
premium compact car returned to the Audi lineup for the 2004 model year.
This version of the A4 comes in sedan, Avant wagon, and Cabriolet
convertible versions. All-wheel
drive is standard on Avants and optional on sedans and Cabriolets.
Sedans and convertibles with the V-6 engines have continuously-variable
transmission; others have a choice between conventional manual or automatic
transmissions. All A4’s have
standard antilock brakes, front airbags, side head curtain airbags (except on
the Cabriolet version, which has an automatic pop-up roll bar), and an
AM/FM/cassette/CD player. Options
include a navigation system and CD changer; options for the 2005 model include
satellite radio. The car is
described as a joy to drive, but the legroom in the front and headroom and
legroom in the rear can be challenging for tall people.
Twilight 2000
Notes: This vehicle does not exist.
Vehicle |
Price* |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
170 hp I-4 Sedan |
$8008 |
G, A |
322 kg |
1.48 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
170 hp I-4 Wagon |
$8098 |
G, A |
1.42 tons |
1.59 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
170 hp I-4 Convertible |
$8258 |
G, A |
240 kg |
1.65 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
220 hp V-6 Sedan |
$8318 |
G, A |
322 kg |
1.56 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
220 hp V-6 Wagon |
$8408 |
G, A |
1.42 tons |
1.68 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
220 hp V-6 Convertible |
$8568 |
G, A |
240 kg |
1.74 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
340 hp V-6 Sedan |
$9068 |
G, A |
322 kg |
1.78 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
340 hp V-6 Wagon |
$9158 |
G, A |
1.42 tons |
1.92 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
340 hp V-6 Convertible |
$9318 |
G, A |
240 kg |
1.99 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
170 hp I-4 Sedan |
626/60 |
174/17 |
70 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
170 hp I-4 Wagon |
585/56 |
163/16 |
70 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
170 hp I-4 Convertible |
566/54 |
157/15 |
70 |
76 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
220 hp V-6 Sedan |
759/73 |
211/20 |
70 |
98 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
220 hp V-6 Wagon |
708/68 |
197/19 |
70 |
98 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
220 hp V-6 Convertible |
684/66 |
190/18 |
70 |
98 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
340 hp V-6 Sedan |
1018/98 |
283/27 |
70 |
152 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
340 hp V-6 Wagon |
946/91 |
263/25 |
70 |
152 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
340 hp V-6 Convertible |
915/88 |
254/24 |
70 |
152 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
*Add $5,000 for a
navigation system; add $175 for satellite radio.
Audi A6 1998-03
Notes: Designed
to replace the 100-series, the A6 is a premium midsize car, a “near-luxury”
vehicle. It is basically a larger
version of the A4. It comes in a
sedan and Avant wagon version.
During its first year, front-side airbags were standard, and side impact airbags
optional. The airbags were somewhat
advanced in that they would pop out with less force if a smaller person is in
the seat to try to avoid causing injuries from the airbag.
The transmission was an automatic transmission known as “Tiptronic;” the
transmission could be changed to manual if so desired.
The engine for 1998 was a 200 horsepower V-6.
Quattro all-wheel drive was an option.
The 1999 model offered only minor changes, with the addition of a
standard first-aid kit, and optional heated seats; the passenger side mirror was
also made larger. The 2000 model
year added two performance sedans with either a 250 horsepower V-6 or a
300-horsepower V-8. New standard
features included side-impact airbags, and options included a satellite
navigation system (audio prompts only).
In 2001, a wagon with an SUV-inspired variable air suspension was added,
as were power seats with memory and a cell phone with controls on the steering
wheel. In the 2002 model year, a
sports sedan, the S6, was added to the line, with a 340 hp V-8 engine.
The base 200-horsepower engine was replaced by a 220-horsepower V-6, and
On-Star assistance with optional email service was added to all models, along
with a 6-CD changer. For the 2003
model year, the limited R6 sports sedan was added to the line, powered by a
450-horsepower V-8, and having a dynamic ride control suspension.
The A6 can be a
bit noisy, especially in the area of tire noise.
The suspension is firm, but can transmit too many road bumps to the
occupants. In the wagon versions,
the rear seat is only for children, due to the cramped quarters.
Twilight 2000
Notes: This vehicle was never built.
Vehicle |
Price* |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
200 hp V-6 Sedan |
$8343 |
G, A |
413 kg |
1.59 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
200 hp V-6 Wagon |
$8343 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
1.79 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
200 hp V-6 All Road Wagon |
$8343 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
1.89 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
220 hp V-6 Sedan |
$8468 |
G, A |
413 kg |
1.6 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
220 hp V-6 Wagon |
$8468 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
1.8 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
220 hp V-6 All Road Wagon |
$8468 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
1.9 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
250 hp V-6 Sedan |
$8651 |
G, A |
413 kg |
1.67 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
300 hp V-8 Sedan |
$8969 |
G, A |
413 kg |
1.75 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
340 hp V-8 Sedan |
$9144 |
G, A |
413 kg |
1.82 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
450 hp V-8 Sedan |
$9827 |
G, A |
413 kg |
1.98 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
200 hp V-6 Sedan |
681/66 |
189/18 |
70 |
89 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
200 hp V-6 Wagon |
609/59 |
169/17 |
70 |
89 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
200 hp V-6 All Road Wagon |
579/59 |
262/17 |
70 |
89 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
220 hp V-6 Sedan |
742/71 |
206/20 |
70 |
98 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
220 hp V-6 Wagon |
664/64 |
184/18 |
70 |
98 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
220 hp V-6 All Road Wagon |
630/64 |
175/18 |
70 |
98 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
250 hp V-6 Sedan |
803/77 |
223/21 |
70 |
111 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
300 hp V-8 Sedan |
917/88 |
255/25 |
70 |
134 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
340 hp V-8 Sedan |
996/96 |
277/27 |
70 |
152 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
450 hp V-8 Sedan |
1204/116 |
335/32 |
70 |
201 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
* Add $5,000 for a
navigation system.
Audi A6 2004
Notes: All 2004
Audi A6’s have all-wheel drive as standard except for the 220-horsepower V-6
version, which has it as an option.
220-horsepower versions also have continuously-variable transmission, which the
others lack (they have a choice of automatic or manual transmissions).
All of these cars have standard front and side curtain airbags, antilock
brakes, and antiskid/traction control systems.
Options include side curtain airbags for the rear passengers, a
rear-obstacle warning system, OnStar assistance, and satellite radio.
Acceleration can
be a bit slow from a standing start; all of the available engines function best
above 3000 rpm. Both the manual and
automatic transmissions can be a bit slow about shifting.
Premium fuel is recommended for proper operation.
Bumpy roads can make for a harsh ride.
Wind noise can be a bit loud.
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Vehicle |
Price* |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
220 hp V-6 Sedan |
$8468 |
G, A |
413 kg |
1.62 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
220 hp V-6 Wagon |
$8468 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
1.83 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
220 hp V-6 All Road Wagon |
$8468 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
1.9 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
250 hp V-6 Sedan |
$8651 |
G, A |
413 kg |
1.69 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
250 hp V-6 Wagon |
$8651 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
1.91 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
250 hp V-6 All Road Wagon |
$8651 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
1.98 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
265 V-6 hp Sedan |
$8751 |
G, A |
413 kg |
1.7 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
265 V-6 hp Wagon |
$8751 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
1.92 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
265 hp V-6 All Road Wagon |
$8751 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
1.98 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
300 V-8 hp Sedan |
$8969 |
G, A |
413 kg |
1.77 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
300 V-8 hp Wagon |
$8969 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
2 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
300 hp V-8 All Road Wagon |
$8969 |
G, A |
1.76 tons |
2.06 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
220 hp V-6 Sedan |
773/71 |
204/20 |
70 |
98 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
220 hp V-6 Wagon |
653/63 |
181/18 |
70 |
98 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
220 hp V-6 All Road Wagon |
631/64 |
175/18 |
70 |
98 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
250 hp V-6 Sedan |
794/76 |
220/21 |
70 |
111 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
250 hp V-6 Wagon |
706/68 |
197/19 |
70 |
111 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
250 hp V-6 All Road Wagon |
683/70 |
189/19 |
70 |
111 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
265 V-6 hp Sedan |
837/81 |
235/22 |
70 |
118 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
265 V-6 hp Wagon |
746/72 |
207/20 |
70 |
118 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
265 hp V-6 All Road Wagon |
724/74 |
201/21 |
70 |
118 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
300 V-8 hp Sedan |
907/87 |
252/24 |
70 |
134 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
300 V-8 hp Wagon |
807/78 |
224/22 |
70 |
134 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
300 hp V-8 All Road Wagon |
784/80 |
218/22 |
70 |
134 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
*Add $2,000 for OnStar; add
$5,000 for a navigation system; add $175 for satellite radio.
Audi A6 2005
Notes: The 2005
model year marks a fairly comprehensive redesign of the A6, with more interior
room, more powerful engines, a longer wheelbase, and changes in dashboard
controls. The 2005 has the new Audi
MMI system, which replaces many of the dashboard controls with just a few knobs
that may be turned or moved in different directions.
The 2005 comes in sedan and all-road wagon configurations, but the sedans
and the wagons use different engines and the sedan’s engine choices are more
powerful. Like many earlier Audi
offerings, the automatic transmission offers a manual-shift capability (the
Tiptronic transmission). Standard
equipment includes front airbags and side-curtain airbags, antilock brakes, and
an antiskid system; options include high-intensity headlights, a navigation
system, satellite radio, and (for sedans) headlights that turn with the steering
wheel.
The ride quality
is firm, though bumps can be jarring.
Handling is excellent, and the stopping is fast and even.
The V-8 engine can be loud at high speed.
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Vehicle |
Price* |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
250 hp V-6 All-Road Wagon |
$8651 |
G, A |
1.75 tons |
1.9 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
255 hp V-6 Sedan |
$8684 |
G, A |
381 kg |
1.79 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
300 hp V-8 All-Road Wagon |
$8969 |
G, A |
1.75 tons |
1.99 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
335 hp V-8 Sedan |
$9184 |
G, A |
381 kg |
1.92 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
250 hp V-6 All-Road Wagon |
710/72 |
197/20 |
70 |
111 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
255 hp V-6 Sedan |
766/74 |
213/21 |
80 |
114 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
300 hp V-8 All-Road Wagon |
811/83 |
226/23 |
70 |
134 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
335 hp V-8 Sedan |
933/90 |
259/25 |
80 |
150 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
*Add $5,000 for a
navigation system; add $175 for satellite radio.
Audi A8 1997-03
Notes: Audi’s
flagship car, the A8 was introduced for the 1997 model year.
Though it is a large car, it is much lighter than comparable cars in its
class, due to the liberal use of aluminum in body panel construction and the
engine. The standard engine was a
300-horsepower V-8, and Quattro all-wheel drive was standard.
Also standard are front and side airbags; the side airbags are of the
curtain variety and protect both the front and back seats.
Standard equipment also included antilock brakes, an antitheft system,
power sunroof, and keyless entry.
Options included heated seats, heated steering wheel, a ski rack, insulated
glass, and a solar collector on the roof that powered fans to ventilate the
car’s heat when it is parked. In
the 1998 model year, the aluminum sunroof was replaced with a glass moonroof,
the automatic transmission was replaced with a Tiptronic transmission, the glass
is dual-pane glass, and the headlights were replaced with high-intensity
headlights. For the 2000 model
year, the side-impact airbags were replaced with curtain-style side-impact
airbags, the standard engine was given 10 more horsepower, and new options were
added: a satellite navigation system, a warning system for obstacles when the
car is backing up, and an electronic antiskid system.
For the 2001 model year, a sport version was added (the S8) with a
360-horsepower engine, and a long-wheelbase version, the A8L was also added to
the line. Standard features now
included an antiskid system, oil level sensor, front-seat memory seats, and a
steering wheel with controls for manual transmission shifting and for the
AM/FM/CD system. Options now
included a cell phone, with controls on the steering wheel.
For 2002, the AM/FM/CD now included a CD changer, the transmission had a
“Sports” setting, the vehicle had a tire-pressure monitoring system, and options
included OnStar assistance, with a further option of email service.
Negative points
include somewhat poor handling at low speeds, mushy-feeling brakes, a narrow
trunk, and a small glove box. The
brakes also tend to squeal even when new.
Acceleration is excellent, especially with the higher-powered engines,
and leg and headroom are almost generous.
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Vehicle |
Price* |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
230 hp V-8 Sedan |
$8533 |
G, A |
423 kg |
1.67 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
300 hp V-8 Sedan |
$8969 |
G, A |
423 kg |
1.76 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
310 hp V-8 Sedan |
$9027 |
G, A |
423 kg |
1.77 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
360 hp V-8 Sedan |
$9335 |
G, A |
423 kg |
1.85 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
310 hp V-8 A8L Sedan |
$9117 |
G, A |
452 kg |
2.01 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
230 hp V-8 Sedan |
744/72 |
207/20 |
90 |
103 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
300 hp V-8 Sedan |
912/88 |
253/24 |
90 |
134 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
310 hp V-8 Sedan |
935/90 |
259/25 |
90 |
138 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
360 hp V-8 Sedan |
1033/99 |
287/28 |
90 |
160 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
310 hp V-8 A8L Sedan |
827/80 |
230/22 |
90 |
138 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
* Add $5,000 for a
navigation system; add $2,000 for OnStar.
Audi A8 2005
Notes: The A8
was heavily redesigned for 2005, becoming a shorter wheelbase car that has some
far more powerful engines available.
Two engines are available, a 330-horsepower V-8 and a massive
450-horsepower V-12 that is essentially a melding of two V-6 engines into one.
Two body styles are also available for the 330-horsepower version, the
standard version and a long-wheelbase A8L.
The only transmission is an automatic with a manual shift gate and a
sport mode. Quattro all-wheel drive
is standard. The standard
suspension is an Air Suspension with four modes: Comfort, Automatic, Dynamic
(sport), and Lift (for deep snow, mud, or unpaved roads).
Front-seaters are well protected by airbags, including standard airbags
in the console and steering wheel, knee airbags, and side curtain airbags; the
rear passengers also have side curtain airbags.
Other standard equipment includes a navigation system, OnStar,
high-intensity Xenon headlights, antilock brakes, and an antiskid system.
Optional on the 330-horsepower A8 and the standard on the 450-horsepower
A8L W12 are keyless entry and a rear seat DVD entertainment system.
Other options include satellite radio and adaptive cruise control, which
tries to maintain proper distance from the cars ahead using a low-power radar.
Unfortunately,
there are some negatives: the power response can be too quick when coming out of
a stop, the engines gulp fuel and require premium gasoline for proper operation,
the braking can be literally too responsive, and the dashboard controls are a
bit too centralized (some would say inscrutable).
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Vehicle |
Price* |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
330 hp V-8 A8 Sedan |
$9153 |
G, A |
423 kg |
1.95 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
330 hp A8L Sedan |
$9243 |
G, A |
452 kg |
2 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
450 hp A8L W12 Sedan |
$10093 |
G, A |
452 kg |
2.17 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
330 hp V-8 A8 Sedan |
905/87 |
251/24 |
90 |
141 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
330 hp A8L Sedan |
883/85 |
245/24 |
90 |
141 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
450 hp A8L W12 Sedan |
1102/106 |
306/29 |
90 |
195 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
*Add $175 for satellite
radio; add $100 for DVD system (except on A8L W12, where it is standard); add
$20,000 for adaptive cruise control.
Audi A8L 2004
The 2004 A8L is
sort of an intermediate model between the older A8s and newer 2005 model.
The sole engine is a 330-horsepower V-8 coupled to an automatic
transmission with a manual shift gate and sport mode.
The suspension is an Air Suspension with four modes: Comfort, Automatic,
Dynamic (sport), and Lift (for deep snow, mud, or unpaved roads).
Front seaters have console/steering wheel airbags, as well as knee and
side curtain airbags; the rear passengers also have side curtain airbags.
Other standard equipment includes high-intensity Xenon headlights,
antilock brakes, an antiskid system, OnStar, and a navigation system.
Options include satellite radio, larger wheels, heated front and rear
seats, a heated steering wheel, adaptive cruise control that tries to maintain a
certain distance from traffic using a low-powered radar, and the unusual feature
of a front-seat massager.
Negative points
include excessive power response when coming out of a stop, slow downshifts in
standard transmission position (Drive), the inability to get into 6th
gear in Sport transmission mode, sometimes too-strong braking, the need for
premium gasoline for proper functioning, and what seems to be an attempt to put
too many functions into too few dashboard controls.
Twilight 2000
Notes: This vehicle does not exist.
Vehicle |
Price* |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
330 hp A8L V-8 Sedan |
$9243 |
G, A |
454 kg |
2 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
330 hp A8L V-8 Sedan |
883/85 |
245/24 |
90 |
141 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
*Add $175 for satellite
radio; add $20,000 for adaptive cruise control.
Audi TT 2000-05
Notes: This Audi
was designed to be a sports/GT coupe.
It was originally a 2-door hatchback, but for the 2001 model year a
convertible Roadster was added.
Original models also had front-wheel drive, but the 2001 model year changed this
to Quattro all-wheel drive. Though
one wouldn’t guess by looking at it (nothing else really looks like a TT), the
TT is actually built on a short version of the A4 frame.
The original engine was a turbocharged 180-horsepower I-4, but starting
in the 2001 model year a 225-horsepower turbocharged I-4 became available, and
for the 2004 model year, a 250-horsepower V-6 became available.
The TT has few standard features other than those normally found on
virtually all cars (heater, AC, cassette/radio, etc), but for the 2001 model
year, an anti-skid system was added, in 2002, the cassette player was changed to
a CD player, and in 2004, the headlights were changed to high-intensity Xenon.
The rear seat folds down to expand trunk space.
The 2004 V-6 model uses a Direct Shift Gearbox transmission, a clutchless
manual transmission that can be set for automatic if desired.
The
180-horsepower engine can be a bit sluggish.
The 225-horsepower engine can suffer from “turbo lag,” where the power
response suffers a delay at high RPMs (normally a second or less).
It is not a car meant for unpaved roads, and even rough paved roads can
lead to a jarring ride. The Direct
Shift Gearbox version can be a bit wishy-washy on shifting under medium RPMs.
The front seat is cozy and not cramped, but the rear seat in the
hatchback is best suited for putting parcels into and not people; even young
teenagers will find it a tight fit.
Premium gas is recommended.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
180 hp I-4 Hatchback |
$7380 |
G, A |
581 kg |
1.32 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
225 hp I-4 Hatchback |
$7663 |
G, A |
581 kg |
1.4 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
250 hp V-6 Hatchback |
$7813 |
G, A |
581 kg |
1.41 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
180 hp I-4 Convertible |
$7630 |
G, A |
187 kg |
1.39 tons |
1+1 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
225 hp I-4 Convertible |
$7913 |
G, A |
187 kg |
1.47 tons |
1+1 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
250 hp V-6 Convertible |
$8063 |
G, A |
187 kg |
1.48 tons |
1+1 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
180 hp I-4 Hatchback |
734/71 |
204/20 |
55 |
80 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
225-hp I-4 Hatchback |
926/83 |
239/23 |
55 |
100 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
250 hp V-6 Hatchback |
944/91 |
262/25 |
55 |
111 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
180 hp I-4 Convertible |
698/67 |
194/19 |
55 |
80 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
225 hp I-4 Convertible |
880/79 |
227/22 |
55 |
100 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
250 hp V-6 Convertible |
897/86 |
249/24 |
55 |
111 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Audi V8 1990-94
Notes: Appearing
in 1989 for the 1990 model year, the V8 is a large luxury car that was the top
of Audi’s line at the time. It
resembles a larger version of the Audi 100 and 200 models.
It had Quattro all-wheel drive, giving it excellent traction on even
slippery roads. It was also the
first Quattro model with automatic transmission, and this transmission had three
modes: E (Economy), S (Sport), and M (Manual).
Standard features for the 1990 model year included a driver’s side
airbag, antilock brakes, leather upholstery, and a car cell phone.
For the 1992 model year, a passenger-side airbag was added, and a
276-horsepower engine was added to the range.
In the 1993 model year, the 276-horsepower engine became the only engine
available for the V8. The 1994
model year added fog lights. The V8
was replaced in the 1995 model year by the A8.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
240 hp V-8 Sedan |
$8033 |
G, A |
399 kg |
1.81 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
276 hp V-8 Sedan |
$8258 |
G, A |
399 kg |
1.88 tons |
1+4 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
240 hp V-8 Sedan |
717/69 |
199/19 |
80 |
107 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
276 hp V-8 Sedan |
791/76 |
219/21 |
80 |
123 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |