2005 Audi A6 Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
19 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(108 Total Reviews)
I love my CPO A6 4.2
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Audi A6 4.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
Review
Bought car CPO from a dealer. Used to own a 2004 A4 3.0 Quattro and fell in love after test driving the A6. Although used, general build quality is great and car drives smooth
Favorite Features
V8 sound, great gas mileage, railroad like handling
Suggested Improvements
Rattles in the interior. Will try to fix under warranty on the next service visit.
Audi 2005 A6
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Audi A6 3.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
Review
Great build quality, looks, and performance for a midsize sedan.
Favorite Features
Handling, MMI and Bose sound system.
Suggested Improvements
None
Not very good service
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Audi A6 3.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
Review
In 3 years this car has not had any big issues until recently. Since the dealer replaced a 'recall' part of a fuel filter or pump, the car periodically does not start. Eventually it does (I haven't had to be towed yet). It has been in repair regularly since October and they say it is not replicating what I describe. After several attempts at this, the dealer now has called in a 'special engineer' to work on my car. I am now driving a low budget A4 loaner as the dealer still has my car and has not returned any of my calls. Audi USA service is just as unresponsive and very robotic with all of their responses. They are of no help.
Favorite Features
When I have it to drive, Bluetooth, nav, Bose
Suggested Improvements
Better technical service - more knowledgeable staff, not so scripted service at Audi USA
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Best in class
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Audi A6 3.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
Review
This is my first Audi and am happy! Very refined interior, lots of features but not gimmicky. Excellent ride and quattro is amazing. Little roll in corners, excellent brakes and pick up. 30 mpg on highways and can take regular fuel if pushed. Nice looking exterior though the grill stands out. Though I'm on my 3rd read of the manual, the MMI is generally intuitive and you can get the basics without reading anything. Generally, a great performing car with excellent road manners. Is sporty, quiet, elegant, frugal, refined and satisfying. I like just sitting in it and my family too.
Favorite Features
I really like the 30+mpg on highways with flexibility in fuel choice. It also gets up and goes when you want. The quattro and MMI features are excellent. Corners are flat and no hint to the 4000+ lbs this car carries!
Suggested Improvements
The side door pillars and head rests sometimes block side views so you need to be careful when pulling in to traffic. Cup holders are not well placed.
7 out 7 people found this review helpful
Buy anything else!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Audi A6 3.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
Review
I bought an A6 CPO vehicle last May thinking that I was buying a premium vehicle and a premium dealer experience. Wrong on both accounts. In the first 6 months my car was at the dealer's service department for 30 days total with not much to show except more frustration and gray hair than I would have liked. The car drives and handles like a dream, however, the cacophony of squeaks, groans, creaks and rattles from the interior is enough to drive a sane man to insanity!
Favorite Features
There are none. I can't wait to dump this car.
Suggested Improvements
More attention to fit and finish! Audi needs to seriously revamp their service to become the premium brand that they profess to be.
4 out 7 people found this review helpful
Audi 05 Rocks!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Audi A6 3.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
Review
Love the car. Not one problem except for the tires which I had to replace at 25k miles (bummer!).
Favorite Features
Great audio. Easy to operate controls.
Suggested Improvements
Better tires!
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
47,000 Miles My Last Audi ?
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Audi A6 3.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
Review
This is my second Audi, I had an A4 3.0 Quattro that I just loved. While I had several issues with the A4 (failed ignition coils & cam pulley came loose), I still decided to buy the A6. I have had nearly as many quality and dependability issues since purchased. The most disappointing is a hesitation upon first drive of the day. I gave the dealer 4 tries before contacting Audi US. Still not fixed, so I will get rid of it in the fall. This car is beautiful inside and out. It is very difficult to drive smoothly, the steering is overboosted. I have always wished you could dial it down using MMI, why not, it is electronic? Speaking of MMI, simple and works great.
Favorite Features
Power, design inside and out. Great trunk and drop down rear seats make it a luxury pick up.
Suggested Improvements
Quality. Just too many small problems that detract from the ownership experience.
8 out 8 people found this review helpful
Love this car!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Audi A6 4.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
Review
This is my second Audi. First was a 2002 A6 2.7t which I really liked. This new A6 is even better. I was leaning towards the Infiniti M35x, tried one with 12,000 miles on it, I'd rather keep my 2002 Audi. I'm glad I found this 4.2. I immediately knew this was the car for me. I also tried the Acura RL and didn't think much of it. Nice car, just not as good as the Audi. Purchased mine used with the sport pkg, advanced key, bose stereo, navi, and can't say enough about it. I'll average around 22 actual MPG. Excellent mileage for a 335 HP V8. We're now going to purchase a A4 for my wife. Amazing car!
Favorite Features
4.2 engine, sport package, MMI, advanced key, bluetooth, heated steering wheel, sport seats, navigation, adaptive xenon lighting, huge trunk w/folding rear seats, Audi's great paint (no chipping here), the nice ride and great handling. 20-22 average calculated MPG, 26-27 calculated hwy MPG.
Suggested Improvements
Would like the headrests to go lower as they were in the 2002 model. Trip computer MPG reads 10% higher than actual mileage, all brands of vehicles seem to have this flaw however. Can't think of anything else.
10 out 10 people found this review helpful
Wonderful Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Audi A6 3.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
Review
Absolutely fun to drive. Handles very well and has excellent gas mileage for the size and horsepower of the vehicle. No problems with the car except for trunk latch had to be replaced. Exterior and interior designs are the best I have seen. A wonderful car to travel in... little driver fatigue on long trips as it is very comfortable to sit in.
Favorite Features
Styling, seating, and driving performance.
Suggested Improvements
No complaints or suggested improvements.
3 out 4 people found this review helpful
Not So Sweet
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Audi A6 3.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
Review
I bought this car and drove off the lot with a huge smile. The smile has turned to tears. This car was the biggest mistake I have ever made. Audi is a nightmare to deal with. I have had numerous problems with the electrical system. One thing after another. They were all safety issues and made the car undrivable. There were also issues with the Sirius radio, blue tooth, speakers, airbag, and more. I am not sure if it is just my car but I am going to assume that it is. My car has been in the shop over 30 days in the last 6 months. Audi really does not care. I would never buy another.
Favorite Features
When working: Blue tooth, and Sirius. Keyless entry and start system. The hydraulic e-brake is pretty cool.
Suggested Improvements
Customer service and electronics.
14 out 17 people found this review helpful
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