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1993 Audi 100 S Auto

The 1993 Audi 100 S Auto is a 172-hp 2.8-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $33,695 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 172 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The 100 measures 192.6 inches long on a 105.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,385 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$33,695 ($75,785 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.8L SOHC V6
Displacement2.8 L
Horsepower172 hp
Torque184 lb-ft
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity21 gal
Dimensions & Weight
Length192.6 in
Width70 in
Height56.3 in
Wheelbase105.8 in
Curb Weight3,385 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1993 Audi 100. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Mar 20, 2000 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FUEL FEED LINE CONNECTING THE FUEL FILTER TO THE ENGINE DELIVERED BY THE SUPPLIER FOR USE IN THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED.

Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENTIRE FUEL FEED LINE FROM THE FUEL FILTER TO THE ENGINE.

NHTSA campaign 00V084000

Dec 23, 1998 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V6 ENGINES. AN INTERNAL SEAL OF THE FUEL INJECTOR CAN MALFUNCTION, ALLOWING FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FUEL INJECTORS.

NHTSA campaign 98V332000

Oct 6, 1997 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME AIR BAG SENSORS DO NOT COMPLY WITH AUDI'S DURABILITY STANDARDS OVER THE LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT THE SENSOR SHOULD MALFUNCTION, THE AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN INADVERTENTLY DEPLOY. DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM WITHOUT WARNING COULD CAUSE A DRIVER TO LOSE VEHICLE CONTROL.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR BAG SENSOR CONTROL MODULE.

NHTSA campaign 97V172000

19 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1993 Audi 100

Owner Complaints

19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1993 Audi 100 (2 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Fuel System8
Gasoline8
Engine And Engine Cooling6
Air Bags2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Electrical System1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 2, 2010 · Air Bags Crash 2 injuries
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 AUDI 100 CS QUARTO.(N/A) THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT 20 MPH WHEN HE TRAVELED OVER AN EXTREMELY UNEVEN ROAD SURFACE. THE TRANSMISSION OIL PAN FRACTURED FROM THE VEHICLE AND…”
Apr 13, 2010 · Air Bags
“AIR BAG SENSOR DEFECTIVE,WENT OFF BY SELF,CAUSE ACCIDENT AUDI 93 100 QUATTRO,RECALL LISTED ON YOUR SITE.WWW.SAFECAR.GOV. *TR”
Sep 5, 2002 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“PREVIOUS OWNER EXCHANGED LEFT SIDE CATALYTIC CONVERTER (UNDER AUDI RECALL - RIGHT SIDE CONVERTER NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL). CAR STARTED VIBRATING AND ENGINE OVERHEATED. CATALYTIC CONVERTER FOUND TO BE…”
Apr 11, 2001 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE IN FEBRUARY, AND HAS BEEN TRYING TO CONTACT DEALER TO MAKE APPOINTMENT, BUT WAS TOLD BY DEALER(VALLEY MOTORS IN TIOMINIUM, MD TELE 410-666-7777)THAT NO PARTS WERE…”
May 3, 2000 · Electrical System
“STEERING WHEEL STARTED SMOKING, AND HAD AN ELECTRICAL SMELL. ALSO, LOCAL DEALER HAS HAD EXACT INCIDENTS WITH OTHER AUTOMOBILES WITH THE SAME MAKE/MODEL AND YEAR. EFFECT IS THAT THE ENTIRE STEERING…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1993 AUDI 100. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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