2008 Audi A6 Consumer Reviews

Best Car I've ever owned!

Written by: Justin on 06/15/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi A6 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl CVT)

Review

Amazing vehicle. Smooth ride, plenty of power. Great easy to use features on the interior. Fantastic!

Favorite Features

Love the MMI. So well thought out and easy to operate.

Suggested Improvements

None

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Better than you expect.

Written by: Enthused on 05/30/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)

Review

The 2008 A6 replaced my 2001 A6. While the 2001 A6 was a solid car, Audi has upped their game significantly with the 2008. The build quality is outstanding - equal or better than my wife's MB E320. The interior is beautiful, a great blend of class and high tech. The car is very fun to drive, tight in turns, plenty of pep for a V6 and the MPG is far better than the the gov't ratings - 26/27mpg in mixed driving, 30+mpg on the road. The MMI system with the Bose/Sirius is easy to use, and the high tech display is excellent. The cabin is very quiet, so you can really enjoy the great sound system - great improvement from the Audi Symphony system in my 2001 A6. Overall, this is a terrific car.

Favorite Features

Quattro AWD, design, responsiveness, build quality, comfort, integrated technology, MPG.

Suggested Improvements

Homelink should have been standard feature - it's buried in an unneeded technology package.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Perfect Car

Written by: Black Audi on 05/11/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi A6 3.2 Avant quattro 4dr Wagon AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)

Review

We have had the car for about 6 months and it is a perfect family wagon. It has plenty of room for a family of four and a dog. It gets about 25 mpg in mixed driving and 29 on a recent highway trip. I have been a Japanese car fan for the last 10 years after several BMWs left me wanting something with less maint. down time. I saw that the Audi reliability ratings were getting to a point that I felt comfortable giving an Audi a try. It's only been 6 months, but so far not one problem. We also live in New England and wanted all wheel drive, but we didn't want a truck. It was great in the snow and handles like a sports car on the dry pavement.

Favorite Features

All wheel drive, MPG, performance, fit and finish, and reliability.

Suggested Improvements

None

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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A Fine German Piece of Engineering

Written by: Tom M on 05/05/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I was in the market for an all-wheel drive german executive car, so my choices were the MB E350 4Matic, BMW 535xi, or the Audi A6 3.2, and I went with the Audi. And I really think I made the right choice. I don't like the idea that underneath it's a Passat, but the interior styling is unmatched and look nothing alike. The Quattro system works beautifully in all conditions. I'm getting about 31MPG average, which is great for this sized car. I'm just slightly disapointed with the acceleration. When merging on a highway(especially in NJ!), it's somewhat lazy and throttle response isn't as immediate as I hoped for. Like all Audi.s, the ride is firm, so beware of long trips.

Favorite Features

Audi SatNav is wondeful. Heated seats can melt your bottom in minutes. Quattro system. Solid ride and feel. Roomy back seats. Large trunk. Fuel comsumption. Nice engine sound (when it feels its ready to rev) Great handling. Hasn't gone wrong once.

Suggested Improvements

Some VW features should be changed, even though very little is wrong. Things like having the same key as a VW Beetle, the cheap VW feeling seats, the same gear shift column as a VW all should be slightly modified. Maybe next year a facelift would be warrented.

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Close to a 10

Written by: Steve on 04/15/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My third A6 offers loads of improvements over its earlier siblings. Ride is significantly more solid. Handling is so precise it's like a vacuum sucking the backtop. Engine performance is powerful and at least 10% more economical than the 3.0 in my previous 2003 A6. Views are stimulating from approaching the vehicle to behind the wheel. Several minor cost cutting steps should be noted: more narrow seats and thinner cushions than the previous models, door pockets are "cheaper," manual fuel filler door replaces and automatic release, head restrants no- longer swivel. I also miss oil temp. and volt gauges.

Favorite Features

MultiMedia Interface (MMI) which allows customization of passive vehicle features and controls radio and bluetooth/telephone functions are in easy reach and easy to learn. Cruise is more intuitive. Design and assembly details both in and out beats everything else in its class.

Suggested Improvements

With the 6-CD changer in the glove box there is no handy storage for items that need to be out of sight. Bring back swivel head restrants.

10 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Amazing Vehicle

Written by: Awesome! on 04/01/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This is my second Audi A6 and this is an entirely new vehicle that was redesigned from the bottom up. On a 350 mile trip at avg speed of 75mph I got 30 MPG! Quiet cabin, great ergonomics,and the NAV is the best I have ever seen. The sound system is fantastic. Headlights are improved. I did find the sunroof to be a little small but it is not as important compared to all the positives.

Favorite Features

Navigation. Stereo. Awesome headlights. Cruise control features are much improved. Heated steering wheel is very nice.

Suggested Improvements

Slightly wider seats would be nice. The performance could be improved. I miss the old turbos!

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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2008 Audi A6

Written by: Gary on 01/12/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Driving dynamics are brilliant. The car rides like a train on the rails. There is no slipping nor sliding. Quattro system makes sure of that. Every mechanical component works in total harmony with each other. The interior appointments must be an envy of every other automaker. From the incredible ergonomics to the impeccable attention to the slightest details, this car clearly is a winner.

Favorite Features

Warm cabin environment combined with easy and intuitive use of every accessory make this car stand out from the crowd. MMI, heated steering wheel, Interior lighting, keyless entry & start, navigation system, rear electric sunshade are among my favorites.

Suggested Improvements

Transmission downshifts are rather rough but contribute to the dynamic braking effort. Ventilated seats would be useful addition and should be offered, at least as an option in this price range.

20 out 22 people found this review helpful

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Top Notch Performance - All Year Round!

Written by: MMMPower!!! on 10/30/2007

Vehicle

2008 Audi A6 4.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I have owned Lexus, BMW, Volvo, Jaguar, Acura and this is my second Audi. Living in Canada with the relatively harsh winters and hot/humid summers I have found that the Quattro system in the Audi is by far the best I have ever driven for all year driving. Interior fit and finish and the intuitive design/layout make it something that I haven't had to this extent in any of the previously owned or tested cars. Each time my lease is up I go out and test each of the previously mentioned manufacturers, plus Infiniti, and go through all the pros and cons, including cost, performance, all year maintenance, and passion for the car. Service has been top notch! Great car all around.

Favorite Features

MMI, comfortable seats, all year drivability with the amazing Quattro system, interior fit and finish.

Suggested Improvements

All my previous model issues have been resolved with the new car. Length, it just fits in my garage, haha.

32 out 33 people found this review helpful

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The Beast

Written by: Marcus on 09/12/2007

Vehicle

2008 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)

Review

With this car I am fully in control and it grabs the ground like an ice pick to ice, the growl of the engine just makes you wanna go faster and faster, this car is by far better than any BMW out there, with its AWD platform you can make curves like they were straight lines.

Favorite Features

My favorite feature is that if you go without satellite service the navigation will be within 3 inches from where you left off.

Suggested Improvements

Offer an RS6.

23 out 24 people found this review helpful

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The Manufacturer to Follow!

Written by: Little League Umpire on 08/26/2007

Vehicle

2008 Audi A6 4.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

We researched, watched and waited for just the right sedan to come to market. I compared features, performance, comfort and reliability for all sedans in the A6 category and there is no other car that would rank higher than 8.5 now or in the next years model. The steering capability with the S-Line sports suspension is what makes driving this car so much fun yet comfortable. I love the unique color (Daytona Grey) in a time when almost everything on the road is the same. The ability to power hard into your corners smoothly will never make you feel like you purchased something second rate. The MMI is fabulous and intuitive. My wife went from the A4 to this and just loves it immensely.

Favorite Features

You feel like you're driving an A8 without paying for one. The right amount of acceleration, size and sportiness while enjoying maximum comfort. The MMI w/ navigation, bluetooth, Bose sound is easy to use. The exterior color changes depending on the time of day. It makes my wife happy.

Suggested Improvements

More interior color choices.

28 out 28 people found this review helpful

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