What is the Audi 100?
The Audi 100 was a large saloon in the maker’s range, positioned above the smaller Audi 80. The C3 generation helped establish Audi as a technically minded premium brand, with a notably aerodynamic body.
Audi 100 generations
The C3 (Typ 44) covered 1989–1991 in the United States. Its smooth, aerodynamic shape gave the car a distinctive profile and reflected Audi’s attention to airflow and efficiency.
The C4 (Typ 4A) followed for 1992–1994, with a more rounded design. Together, the generations show the Audi 100’s move from the C3’s sharper lines to a softer shape.
Engines and fuel consumption
US versions used petrol engines from 2.3 L to 2.8 L. EPA figures cover 16 versions from 1989–1994, with a best combined rating of 19 MPG, or 12.4 L/100 km.
Test procedures differ by market: Europe uses WLTP or NEDC, the United States uses EPA tests, and Canada uses the 5-cycle method. Figures from different test systems are not directly comparable.
Questions and answers
What years was the Audi 100 sold in the United States?
EPA figures cover 1989–1994.
Which Audi 100 generations are covered?
The C3 (Typ 44), from 1989–1991, and the C4 (Typ 4A), from 1992–1994.
What engines did the US Audi 100 use?
The petrol engine range ran from 2.3 L to 2.8 L.
What was its best combined US fuel economy?
The best EPA combined rating was 19 MPG, or 12.4 L/100 km.
