Audi A6 Saloon (04-11) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on 08 August 2007

Last Updated: 29 October 2009

The 2004 Audi A6 saloon was the company's first model to adopt the now familiar bold radiator grille. Offering more interior space than its main rivals and with a broad range of efficient diesel engines the Audi is a good choice if you want a roomy, yet economical executive saloon. The interior finish is as close to perfect as it's possible to achieve and there is a huge range of options giving the A6 a hi-tech feel. However, as is often the case with Audi, the ride is overly-firm which the optional air suspension only partly resolves, while the steering is light offering very little feedback on the road. In October 2008 the range was facelifted with subtle exterior tweaks (including LED rear lights) and more efficient engines.

4 out of 5

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Summary

New price range:

£24,535 - £46,735

Used price range:

£4,398 - £29,154

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Handsome yet understated looks, excellent interior finish, class leading interior space

Steering lacks feel, not as cosseting as other executive saloons

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Driving & Performance

Performance

4 out of 5
"The A6 was launched with two V6s and a V8 for those wanting petrol engines, plus a V6 diesel. The..."
Handling

3.5 out of 5
"Driving the A6 would be quite engaging if the steering wasn't so lifeless. The way the car is set up..."

Comfort

Comfort

4 out of 5
"The A6 has a roomy interior, easily large enough to accommodate five adults. Air conditioning and..."
Practicality

4 out of 5
"The boot offers a decent luggage capacity of 546 litres - that's slightly bigger than alternatives..."
Equipment

3.5 out of 5
"All A6 models come with electric windows front and back, air conditioning, six airbags, electronic..."
Behind the wheel

4.5 out of 5
"The A6 dashboard is more driver-focused than in previous Audis with the centre section angled..."

Costs

Running costs

2.5 out of 5
"Used values are weaker than those of the BMW 5-Series, but Audi often offers new customers cut-price..."
Green credentials

3.5 out of 5
"When the A6 was facelifted in October 2008, Audi launched a new 'e' model. Powered by a 2.0 TDI..."

Safety & Reliability

Safety

4.5 out of 5
"The Audi A6 gained a maximum star rating for occupant protection in official European crash tests..."
Reliability

4 out of 5
"The Audi A6 has above average reliability, and Audi dealers offer excellent service when owners..."

Buying & Selling

Buying new

3 out of 5
"Deals should be forthcoming on the thirstier petrol models and Audi dealers often offer reduced..."
Buying used

3.5 out of 5
"The diesels will be in most demand, and S Line models also command a handsome premium over SE..."
Selling

3 out of 5
"The A6 saloon shouldn't be too difficult to sell on after a few years as it makes a fine big family..."