History/Description: Shoppers after a used luxury sedan that combines German-engineered performance, all-season confidence and a healthy dose of high-tech may gravitate towards the Audi A6. The brand’s midsize sedan was available in its last generation from 2005 to 2011 inclusively. A wagon version called the A6 Avant, as well as a high-performance S6 variant with a V10 engine were also available.
Look for Quattro all-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Initial engine choices included 6, 8 and 10-cylinder units with 3.2L, 4.2L or 5.2L of displacement, repectively. The 6 generated 255 to 265 horsepower, while the V8 punched out 335 or 350 horsepower, depending on the year in question. The S6’s V10 generated 435 ponies. For 2009, a supercharged 3.0L V6 with 300 horsepower was added to the lineup.
Feature content included leather seating, xenon headlights, navigation, premium audio, the Audi MMI interface, voice command, a full driver computer, wood trim, Bluetooth and plenty more. All of the luxury motoring world’s best features can be found in this car alongside generous room for four full-sized adults and their gear.
Owner-stated complaints are limited – which is typical when someone drops 6 figures on a new ride. Some owners wish their A6s were a bit easier to park, and others wish for slightly better fuel mileage. The majority of owners, understanding their A6 is powered by an 8-cylinder engine, say the mileage is respectable.
What Owners Like: Owners say, not surprisingly, that a sense of style, status and exclusivity attracted them to the A6, while a long list of safety features and the confidence of Quattro AWD helped seal the deal. A tremendously comfortable and upscale cabin, generous trunk and overall performance were praised, too.
What Owners Dislike: Some owners wish their A6s were a bit easier to park, and others wish for slightly better fuel mileage.
Common Issues With Used Audi A6: Like most used German cars, the A6 should be scrutinized for electrical problems, too. Do all the lights work? Do all the accessories and gadgets function as expected? The keyfob? The windows? The trunk release?
Are any warnings or “Check Engine” lights illuminated? Think wiring, bad sensors and bad computers – and look for warning signs thereof. Wiring and computer systems tend to be a downfall of many German cars as they age.
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| 2007 Audi A6 Avant (Photo: Philippe Champoux/Auto123.com) |
Look for Quattro all-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Initial engine choices included 6, 8 and 10-cylinder units with 3.2L, 4.2L or 5.2L of displacement, repectively. The 6 generated 255 to 265 horsepower, while the V8 punched out 335 or 350 horsepower, depending on the year in question. The S6’s V10 generated 435 ponies. For 2009, a supercharged 3.0L V6 with 300 horsepower was added to the lineup.
Feature content included leather seating, xenon headlights, navigation, premium audio, the Audi MMI interface, voice command, a full driver computer, wood trim, Bluetooth and plenty more. All of the luxury motoring world’s best features can be found in this car alongside generous room for four full-sized adults and their gear.
Owner-stated complaints are limited – which is typical when someone drops 6 figures on a new ride. Some owners wish their A6s were a bit easier to park, and others wish for slightly better fuel mileage. The majority of owners, understanding their A6 is powered by an 8-cylinder engine, say the mileage is respectable.
What Owners Like: Owners say, not surprisingly, that a sense of style, status and exclusivity attracted them to the A6, while a long list of safety features and the confidence of Quattro AWD helped seal the deal. A tremendously comfortable and upscale cabin, generous trunk and overall performance were praised, too.
What Owners Dislike: Some owners wish their A6s were a bit easier to park, and others wish for slightly better fuel mileage.
Common Issues With Used Audi A6: Like most used German cars, the A6 should be scrutinized for electrical problems, too. Do all the lights work? Do all the accessories and gadgets function as expected? The keyfob? The windows? The trunk release?
Are any warnings or “Check Engine” lights illuminated? Think wiring, bad sensors and bad computers – and look for warning signs thereof. Wiring and computer systems tend to be a downfall of many German cars as they age.
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| 2007 Audi S6 (Photo: Philippe Champoux/Auto123.com) |