1990 Audi 100 Quattro

1990 Audi 100 Quattro

The 1990 Audi 100 Quattro is a high-performance luxury sedan that offers a combination of power, handling, and all-wheel drive capability. It was available with a range of engine and transmission options, including a 2.0-liter inline-5 engine with 136 horsepower and 133 lb-ft of torque, a 2.3-liter inline-5 engine with 130 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque, a 2.5-liter inline-5 engine with 158 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.8-liter V6 engine with 179 horsepower and 191 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options included a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic.

People like the 1990 Audi 100 Quattro for its performance, handling, and all-wheel drive capability. However, some people have reported issues with the vehicle’s engine, transmission, suspension, and electrical systems.

Engine

• 2.0-liter inline-5 engine
  • Timing belt failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The timing belt can fail, causing the engine to lose power and stall.
    • Solution: Replace the timing belt.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 2.3-liter inline-5 engine
  • Head gasket failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The head gasket can fail, causing coolant and oil to leak.
    • Solution: Replace the head gasket.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Intake manifold gasket failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold gasket can fail, causing a vacuum leak.
    • Solution: Replace the intake manifold gasket.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 2.5-liter inline-5 engine
  • No Issues Found
• 2.8-liter V6 engine
  • No Issues Found

Transmission

• 5-speed manual transmission
  • No Issues Found
• 4-speed automatic transmission
  • Transmission failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The transmission can fail, causing the vehicle to lose power and stall.
    • Solution: Replace the transmission.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front suspension
  • Strut failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The front struts can fail, causing the vehicle to ride rough and handle poorly.
    • Solution: Replace the front struts.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
• Rear suspension
  • No Issues Found

Electrical

• Alternator failure * Description/Symptoms: The alternator can fail, causing the battery to drain and the vehicle to lose power. * Solution: Replace the alternator. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+ * Recalls: None Found
• Starter failure * Description/Symptoms: The starter can fail, causing the vehicle to not start. * Solution: Replace the starter. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+ * Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Climate control failure * Description/Symptoms: The climate control system can fail, causing the vehicle to not heat or cool properly. * Solution: Replace the climate control system. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+ * Recalls: None Found
• Power window failure * Description/Symptoms: The power window can fail, causing the window to not open or close properly. * Solution: Replace the power window motor or switch. * Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+ * Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 1990 Audi 100 Quattro is a reliable vehicle that offers a good combination of performance, handling, and all-wheel drive capability. However, some people have reported issues with the vehicle’s engine, transmission, suspension, and electrical systems. The severity and cost of these issues vary depending on the specific problem.