Audi A6 Avant
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Enormous amount of car for the money, stylish and very practical. private plate added and it is mistaken for a car costing many times what was paid.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Audi parts are expensive but specialists keep prices to VW levels and can source most parts.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Drives very well for a large family estate car. No complaints, quiet and very comfortable .

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Goes well for a large family car. No sportster, but goes well once up to speed.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seems to be. Juts run in at 123,000mls. Uses no oil and very little water.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quality, elegant family estate.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Refined and virtually silent on the move. Will cruise at high speed. Needs more under thigh support though.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Standard alarm seems to be effective.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Local Audi dealer not particularly helpful, expected better.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Water temp sensor and switch needed replacing, cost 30 quid.

    Other

    Thermostat, cost 10 quid. Rear wheel bearings - 12 quid per side.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes