1979 Audi Fox Speaker Sizes
The 1979 Audi Fox factory audio system locations include front door panels that accommodate 6.5 inch units, and a rear deck lid that supports a 5.25 inch speaker size. Midbass and full-range units serve as compatible replacement and upgrade options for the vehicle.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1979 Audi Fox Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 01979 Audi Fox 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 1979 Audi Fox front door panels accommodate larger speakers than the rear deck lid, with 6.5-inch units fitting the doors compared to 5.25-inch speakers in the deck location.
- Both factory speaker locations support either midbass drivers or full-range speakers, allowing for flexibility in system configuration depending on whether a separate tweeter setup is planned.
- Front door installations typically receive priority in speaker upgrades due to their proximity to listeners and potential for better staging, though the rear deck position may contribute to overall cabin fill.
- Full-range speakers in these locations would handle the entire frequency spectrum through a single driver, while midbass options would require additional high-frequency components for complete coverage.
- The single DIN radio opening conforms to standard aftermarket head unit sizing, potentially simplifying upgrades to units with enhanced amplification or signal processing capabilities.
- Speaker replacements in these size categories often bring improvements in bass response extension and midrange clarity over deteriorated factory units from this era.