Body style: Coupé (two-door)
Segment: Lower Premium
Production years: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996
Audi made a coupe version based on the same platform as the model 80 and then added a more powerful version named S2, which it introduced in 1990.
The German carmaker was already famous for its S1 Quattro rally car, and sports car enthusiasts were eager to get a newer version. So, Audi made the S2 based on the second generation of the Coupe, trying to fill the market with a high-performance, two-door, all-wheel drive coupe that could have been used as a daily driver.
Unlike its famous predecessor, the second generation of the Audi Coupe sported softer lines, curved panels, and hatchback bodywork. The first generation of the Coupe was a three-box construction, with a fixed rear windscreen and independently opened trunk lid. This was a welcomed change since the solution led to a wider opening area to fit larger luggage inside. For the S2 version, the carmaker added a lip under the front bumper and a discrete S2 badge on the front grille. At the back, Audi installed a wider trunk spoiler and claimed that it actually produced downforce.
Inside, the S2 featured high-bolstered front seats with multiple adjustments. In addition, since it was marketed and sold as a sports car, it featured some unique gauges such as the oil pressure and temperature, an ammeter, and a rear locking differential indicator.
Under the hood, Audi placed its bets on the same 2.2-liter inline-five engine. Like its predecessor, it was turbocharged and paired with a five-speed manual gearbox. Since it was a quattro, it sent the power to all corners via a viscous-coupling center differential.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L 6MT AWD (220 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2226 cm3 |
Power: | 162 KW @ 5900 RPM 220 HP @ 5900 RPM 217 BHP @ 5900 RPM |
Torque: | 228 lb-ft @ 1950 RPM 309 Nm @ 1950 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 154 mph (248 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 ZR16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 173.3 in (4402 mm) |
Width: | 67.6 in (1717 mm) |
Height: | 54.1 in (1374 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.1/56.7 in (1,450/1,440 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.2 cuFT (232 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3183.4 lbs (1444 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4144.7 lbs (1880 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 22.6 mpg US (10.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 247 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L 6MT AWD (230 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2226 cm3 |
Power: | 169 KW @ 5900 RPM 230 HP @ 5900 RPM 227 BHP @ 5900 RPM |
Torque: | 258 lb-ft @ 1950 RPM 350 Nm @ 1950 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 154 mph (248 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 ZR16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 173.3 in (4402 mm) |
Width: | 67.6 in (1717 mm) |
Height: | 54.1 in (1374 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.1/56.7 in (1,450/1,440 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 8.2 cuFT (232 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3225.4 lbs (1463 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4310 lbs (1955 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 240 g/km |