Car financing: 1985 Audi 5000
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.4 to 13.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 7 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.4 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 7
For sale
We do not have a 1985 Audi 5000 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1985 Audi 5000 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.2L 5-cylinder | 2.1L 5-cylinder turbo | 2.2L 5-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 3-speed automatic | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.2 L/100 km | 12.1 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 325 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $19.22 | $21.39 | $21.39 |
1985 Audi 5000: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.2 L | 2.1 L | 2.2 L |
| Cylinders | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 15 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 20 | 20 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 1104 L (39 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 1104 L (39 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,950 | US$3,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,844 | $4,278 | $4,278 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1985 Audi 5000
- NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (10), visibility (5) and steering (4). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93V006000 | 1993-01-11 | power train:axle assembly | THE DIFFERENTIAL OIL OF THE TRANSAXLE IS LOST OVER TIME DUE TO EVAPORATION. LOW OIL LEVELS CAUSE PREMATURE BEARING AND GEAR WEAR AND EVENTUAL FAILURE OF THE DIFFERENTIAL. |
| 89V006000 | 1989-01-17 | fuel system, gasoline | FUEL INJECTION SEALS MAY HARDEN, DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURE AND ALCOHOL IN SOME FUELS, AND ALLOW FUEL TO ESCAPE INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. |
| 87V170000 | 1987-10-28 | vehicle speed control:cruise control | MALFUNCTIONS OF INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF IDLE CONTROL UNIT COULD CAUSE IDLE STABILIZER VALVE TO BECOME ACTIVATED OUTSIDE ITS NORMAL OPERATING RANGE. |
| 87V157000 | 1987-10-06 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly | REPEATED TOPPING OFF OF FUEL TANK DURING REFUELING REDUCES THE EXPANSION SPACE WITHIN THE TANK ALLOWING VAPORS TO ESCAPE FROM THE CHARCOAL FILTER TO OUTSIDE RATHER THAN BEING INDUCTED INTO THE ENGINE. |
| 87V008000 | 1987-01-03 | power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift | SUDDEN ACCELERATION FROM A STATIONARY POSITION MAY OCCUR, WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE OR DRIVE. |
| 87V009000 | 1987-01-03 | vehicle speed control:cruise control | THE IDLE STABILIZER MAY EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE WEAR, CAUSING ENGINE IDLE FLUCTUATIONS, USUALLY DESCRIBED AS ENGINE SURGE, WHICH INCREASE WITH USAGE OF THE CAR. |
| 86V103000 | 1986-08-04 | fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system | MISADJUSTMENT OF FUEL DISTRIBUTOR ALLOWS FUEL TO ESCAPE AND BE ABSORBED BY THE AIR FILTER. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: WITH THE FUEL ABSORBED BY THE AIR FILTER AND AN ENGINE BACKFIRE ON RESTART, THIS FUEL COULD IGNITE AND RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1985 Audi 5000
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1985 Audi 5000 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Thinking about the 1985 Audi 5000? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
A buyer's checks
There are 7 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train, visibility and steering; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Reading the spec sheet
The 2.2L 5-cylinder is what moves it, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
At 12.4 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 37 litres of fuel. For 1,000 km, budget about $192.20 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles.
A good match for
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
What to expect from the 5000
Being a mid-size car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. The EPA measures its luggage space at 1,104 litres, roughly bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Rent it for a week first
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Drive the 5000 on your commute before you commit to it. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Narrowing it down
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
What it costs to run
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $192.20 at our price setting. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$3,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Let us know
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1985 Audi 5000 from us first.
Ask us about the 1985 Audi 5000
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1985 Audi 5000 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1985 Audi 5000
Does CarmaCars sell the 1985 Audi 5000?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1985 Audi 5000 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1985 Audi 5000 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1985 Audi 5000 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3844.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.