← Back to Search

1994 Audi 90 CS MT

The 1994 Audi 90 CS MT is a 172-hp 2.8-liter V6 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $31,215 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 172 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The 90 measures 180.3 inches long on a 102.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,241 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$31,215 ($68,454 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.8L SOHC V6
Displacement2.8 L
Horsepower172 hp
Torque184 lb-ft
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Dimensions & Weight
Length180.3 in
Width66.7 in
Height54.3 in
Wheelbase102.8 in
Curb Weight3,241 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1994 Audi 90. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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

13 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1994 Audi 90

Owner Complaints

13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1994 Audi 90. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System6
Service Brakes2
Suspension2
Electric1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Equipment1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 11, 2008 · Electrical System
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 AUDI 90 CS. THE CONTACT PLACED ALL FOUR WINDOWS DOWN AND THEY WILL CURRENTLY NOT GO BACK UP OR DOWN. THE WINDOWS ARE STUCK IN THE DOWN POSITION. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE…”
Jun 9, 2005 · Electrical System
“DT: THE IGNITION SWITCH STICKS IN THE ON POSITION AND IS CAUSING ERATIC ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS.*AK”
Sep 23, 2003 · Electrical System
“CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SWITCH. IT CAUSES A MALFUNCTION WITH THE SIGNAL LIGHTS AND THE BLINKERS AS WELL AS THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. MANUFACTURER…”
Jan 21, 2003 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electrical System
“CONSUMER STATED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH MUST BE REPLACED. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STOPPED. TS THE FAILURES CORRESPOND EXACTLY WITH THE CONSEQUENCES DESCRIBED IN RECALL 96V017000. THIS ALSO CAUSED THE TURN…”
Oct 17, 2002 · Service Brakes, Electric
“MFR#KB & NHTSA#96 V 017 000/VW ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE HAS INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH DELAYED IN STARTING, INTERMITTENTLY THE TURN SIGNAL AND THE HEADLIGHT BECOME…”

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 90. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

← Back to Search