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1994 Audi 100 CS quattro Avant Auto

The 1994 Audi 100 CS quattro Avant Auto is a 172-hp 2.8-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $47,465 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 172 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The 100 measures 192.6 inches long on a 106.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,870 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeWagon
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$47,465 ($104,090 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.8L SOHC V6
Displacement2.8 L
Horsepower172 hp
Torque184 lb-ft
Drivetrain
Drive Typequattro permanent all-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic (standard; no manual offered)
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway21 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity21 gal
Dimensions & Weight
Length192.6 in
Width70 in
Height56.6 in
Wheelbase106 in
Curb Weight3,870 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 1994 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

Jan 29, 1996 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCHES WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND CAN CAUSE SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES TO MALFUNCTION.

Consequence: SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES, SUCH AS, TURN SIGNALS, WINDSHIELD WIPERS, LAMPS, POWER WIND0WS AND AIR CONDITIONERS CAN MALFUNCTION WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.

NHTSA campaign 96V017000

20 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1994 Audi 100

Owner Complaints

20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1994 Audi 100 (3 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System7
Fuel System4
Gasoline4
Engine And Engine Cooling3
Power Train2
Air Bags1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Nov 16, 2012 · Engine
“COMPLETE ENGINE SHUTDOWN WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING AFTER DRIVING APPROX. 4 HOURS ON I-95 SOUTH. CAR STARTED AND RAN NORMALLY FOR ANOTHER 3 HOURS IMMEDIATELY AFTER I PULLED OVER AND STOPPED. SAME THING…”
Jul 9, 2008 · Electrical System
“I AM A SENIOR CITIZEN, 87 YEARS YOUNG, WHO OWNS A 1994 AUDI 100. I AM THE SECOND OWNER. ACCORDING TO AUDI OF AMERICA, MY VEHICLE WAS ELIGIBLE FOR AN IGNITION SWITCH RECALL AND A NEW SWITCH WAS…”
Sep 17, 2004 · Electrical System
“CONSUMER'S VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS MENTIONED IN RECALL 96V071000 CONCERNING IGNITION SWITCH. DEALERSHIP WOULD NOT REPAIR THE PROBLEM FREE OF CHARGE, BECAUSE THE VIN WAS NOT…”
Nov 7, 2003 · Electrical System
“THE IGNITION FREEZES IN THE START POSITION WHICH CAUSES DIFFICULTY IN STARTING THE VEHICLE. THIS VEHICLE IS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL 96V017000 CONCERNING IGNITION FAILURE. *AK”
Jun 5, 2002 · Electrical System, Visibility, Equipment
“VEHICLE WILL NOT START DUE TO IGNITION SWITCH / HEADLIGHTS/ RADIO/ POWER WINDOWS, AND ALL ELECTRICAL FEATURES BEING INOPERABLE. VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL 96V017000 DUE TO VIN. PLEASE GIVE ANY…”

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 1994 AUDI 100. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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