1988 Audi 80 Speaker Sizes
The 1988 Audi 80 speaker size chart provides factory audio system specifications for replacement or aftermarket upgrade purposes. Information includes speaker locations in the dashboard and rear deck lid, along with corresponding size specifications. Data assists in identifying compatible aftermarket speakers when replacing factory audio components or planning system upgrades.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 4 | Midrange |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1988 Audi 80 Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
1
easy to replace
0
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 1 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 0 Medium: 2 Low: 01988 Audi 80 Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN | 7"×2" | 180×50 | Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1988 Audi 80 front dashboard positions accommodate 4 inch midrange drivers, suggesting a factory audio configuration that likely separated frequency ranges between front and rear locations rather than relying on full-range speakers throughout the cabin.
- Rear deck lid openings accept 6.5 inch drivers with compatibility for both midbass and full-range speaker types, indicating these positions could serve as either dedicated low-frequency reproducers in a component system or standalone full-range units depending on the installation approach.
- The smaller 4 inch front speakers may benefit from replacement sooner than rear positions since compact midrange drivers typically show audible degradation in voice coil and surround materials after extended use, particularly in dashboard locations exposed to direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations.
- Component speaker systems could take advantage of the size difference between front and rear positions, with the 4 inch dashboard locations handling midrange frequencies while 6.5 inch rear speakers reproduce lower frequencies, though this would require external amplification and crossover networks for optimal frequency distribution.
- The single DIN radio opening provides standard aftermarket head unit compatibility without requiring dash modifications, allowing for modern source unit integration that could supply adequate power to both the 4 inch and 6.5 inch speaker positions without necessarily requiring additional amplification for moderate listening levels.
- Coaxial full-range speakers in the 6.5 inch rear position would provide broader frequency response than the front 4 inch midrange drivers alone, potentially creating an unbalanced soundstage that favors rear passenger areas unless front speakers are upgraded to similar full-range designs or supplemented with additional tweeters.