Verdict
C
BHP
335 bhp
0–60
6.7 s
Top speed
155 mph
MPG
17 mpg (US)
Used
$3,800-$13,000
Strengths
- 4.2 V8 soundtrack
- Saloon + Avant
- Quattro grip
Weaknesses
- Big thirst
- Heavy
- Cabin shows its age
Notable tech
- B5 platform
- 4.2 V8 — 335 bhp
- Quattro AWD with Torsen centre diff
Common issues
- 4.2 V8 chain front-mounted
- Cam tensioner failures
- Air mass meter
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across C5's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
4.2 V8 quattro
BHP335
Torque420 Nm
0–606.7 s
Top155 mph
MPG (US)17 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6MT / 5AT