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4.88 out of 5 stars

This is a machine!

Dawg Fan, 01/11/2006
2006 Audi A6 4.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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I researched and drove the Mercedes E500 and the BMW 530xi before I drove this car. I went right back to the showroom and bought it - never looked back at the MB or BMW. The ride, power, handling, and technology in this car is head and shoulders above them. I get compliments from people that see this car at night! A real head turner. I love the MMI. The power in this 4.2 reminds me of my 2001 Corvette - this car may keep the Vette sitting in the garage under it's cover.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

love this car

lenny, 02/25/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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Runs great and is fun to drive Buy the all weather Mats .. look good and work better than cloth mats

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best in Class

DBG, 03/29/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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I just hit my 1000th mile on my new A6. Being a 6 time former BMW owner, I have to say I am darn happy I chose my A6 vs. the 530 I first test drove. This car is awesome in rain, absolutely gorgeous and quiet inside and drives beautifully. Sure it's not quite as tight in at the wheel, in fact, it's a bit Lexus like.. requiring nearly no input to drive, however, the comfort, quality of the interior and awesome braking more than make up for it. Also.. it feels like my 02 740 IL inside with massive rear legroom vs. the ever so tight 5 series which was a major factor in this particular decision. The useability of the MMI system/NAV etc.. it the most intuitive of every car I've driven as well

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Nice step up from A4

rmcrowe, 04/11/2006
2006 Audi A6 4.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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Having owned the A4 previously, I prefered the sportiness of a smaller car. But the need for more room was overpowering. This is a good trade-off. It is not as nimble as the A4, but it is responsive and for a car this size gets around quite well.

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5 out of 5 stars

Audi A6

B, 06/01/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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Having previously owned a Mercedes E55 I was skeptical when it came to acquiring an A6. So far it has met all my expectations and then some. Build quality and interior design are first rate. MMI easy to use. Great stereo and nav. Highly reccomend this as an excellent value for the money .

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great car!

Kevinh, 07/05/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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This is my second A6, and while I was pleased with my first one, the 2006 blows it away. The interior is fantastic. The ride is silky smooth with powerful perfomance. I love the nav system, but my favorite thing is the bluetooth integration. I just bought a bluetooth phone specifically because my car has it - it's great. I recommend this car.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Stylish but lazy in performance

A6 3.2 Quattro, 07/23/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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I bought this car mainly because of its edgy new look & safety. Unfortunately the 3.2 A6 is sluggish off the line. Unresponsive while cruising on Drive, and the Sport mode seems to shift with too much of an advanced delay. This car is fine for a driver who doesn't care about torque and responsiveness across the RPM line.

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5 out of 5 stars

06 a6

obee, 08/08/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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At 6000 miles its been fun and no problems. The 5000 mile service was friendly and thorough. The mileage has been a pleasant surprise as it's constantly above 30 mpg on the highway.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Audi 3.2 Quattro well designed

Arch57, 08/17/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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This car was a replacement for my wife's 97 BMW 528i. This car is surprisingly quick and the transmission is the best "auto" I have ever had. The difference from her 4-speed BMW auto is amazing. This system always seems to know the right gear, downshifting as you brake so when you step on it you are in the correct gear. Handling is not on par with BMW. We could have opted for Sport suspension to fix that but got a great deal on a 2006 on the lot.

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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome A-6

J. Link, 08/01/2005
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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After over 20 years with BMW, the beauty of the A-6 won us over. Wow, what an awesome car! Never have we seen a better interior, at any price. And that Quattro drive! What more could one want? Then to hear the recent crash test ratings. The highest you can get, front and side. What a BONUS! Run out and buy one.....

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5 out of 5 stars

Audi A6 - Best Luxury Sports Sedan Today

Mauricio Barberi, 08/10/2005
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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Without a doubt, the Audi A6 is the luxury sports sedan that achieves the most compelling balance between driving experience, luxury, utility, safety and aesthetics. Every component of the vehicle--from the well thought out and purposeful controls and convenience features (Audi's MMI runs circles around BMW's iDrive and Mercedes' COMMAND) to the cavernous trunk, buttery-smooth engine and transmission, tastefully appointed interior and distinctive exterior design--works together to achieve a whole that is much more than the sum of its parts. I looked at the BMW 5- series, the MB E-class, the Lexus GS and the Acura RL and when the dust settled, the A6 had the clear advantage--the new benchmark!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Would buy again

Colleen, 08/20/2005
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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I wish a little bit more on the take-off, other than that I love this car it's a lot of fun to drive. I also like being able to switch between auto and manual shifting.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2005 A6 3.2 Q

mwroby, 09/19/2005
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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Extremely well built and thought out vehicle. The interior is cutting edge, yet refined and clean. The MMI system is extremely intuitive, I learned its operation in a couple hours. Very good power, it will push you back in your seat. I rarely see these vehicles on the road, which is a good thing. Audi is rated 8 out of 37 in quality this year from JD Power and Associates, and I agree.

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5 out of 5 stars

the bomb

silveray, 09/30/2005
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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Love it, I really love this car the style, the ride and the overall performance of the car sets it apart from all other car in it's price range. This car could cost far more and be well worth it.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

great car

rick, 11/22/2005
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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This is my 2nd A6. My 1st. one was great up to 40k then it started to have minor problems, so I leased the new one for 36 mos. This is a great car and fun to drive, handles well and has awesome pick-up. Interior is beautiful and has a lot of great standard equip. except for one item that was standard on my old A6 but not on the new A6, the Trip Computer. All of the auto research web sites say it is standard, but they are incorrect. I found that out the hard way after I bought the car. You have to spend $1000's in packages to get it. For some very strange reason Audi discontinued it as standard for 2006 A6. Even the owners manual has instructions on how to use it.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2006 A6 Avant Impressions

Northeast, 12/18/2005
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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I've had the 2006 Avant for 3 months now and it's a great car. I live in the Northeast and the car sticks to bad road conditions like glue. Styling is more masculine than past Audi models, but the interior is top-rate. I spent months deciding between the BMW 530xi wagon and the A6 and did back-to-back test drives three times. The Audi is in a different class than the BMW. The 6cyl is plenty powerful, and my last car was a 2001 BMW 740il. Gas mileage has been stellar, and the MMI interface is far more user friendly than the BMW. For Options I suggest the sport seats, technology package, and the navigation. I had to get the 17" wheels and the sport shifters but would have preferred 18" tires

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4.88 out of 5 stars

tight ride

linco, 01/26/2006
2006 Audi A6 4.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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This Audi is refined yet subtle. Those around you cannot appreciate this cars ability. Wolf in sheeps sheet metal.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Dead Solid Near Perfect

MJBatchelor, 03/04/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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Only 1200 miles, so far, but a beautiful ride. Had a 1998 A6 for 3 years on lease with no problems. It just wasn't powerful enough. The new motor takes care of that problem. The build quality is simply fantastic. Paint finish and interior quality are excellent. The biggest thing is the Quattro - it's like driving on rails, very confidence inspiring. Economy is good for a vehicle of this type. The MMI is slightly confusing at times but, once you use it for awhile, it becomes more intuitive. We have almost all the options (Technology, etc.), but the heated steering wheel (which just wasn't in stock.) The interior lighting, switches, etc., is simply best in class. We love the car.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Look forward to driving again

marc, 03/16/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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I typically prefer Japanese upscale cars for reliability but was wowed by the interior and exterior design. Wife had an A6 many years ago that had its compliment of electrical and oil burning problems which kept me away until now. Have been extremely pleased with the cars performance, handling and comfort over the past 4 months.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

A6 vs 530i

das, 04/16/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl CVT)
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My 2006 BMW 530i was totaled in an accident after 3 months and since it took 6 weeks for the repair shop to get BMW to determine it was totaled, I elected to go with an A6. Both are great cars. The 530 has better low end torque and is quicker off the line. Both have a great road feel. The Audi Navigation and computer are much more user friendly. As far as gas mileage, I was getting 20+ with the BMW. I'm getting similar mileage with the Audi although my last tank was around 18 - 19.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

1st Audi after 4 BMWs

steve, 07/18/2006
2006 Audi A6 4.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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WOW is all I can say. And I'm sorry that I was a BMW "snob" for too many years. I bought the Audi primarily because I was looking for AWD in the winter. Having only had the car now for one month in the summer, I'm truly sorry that I didn't consider an Audi prior to this. This car is the ultimate driving machine!!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Audi - A6 WOW!!

Sam, 08/01/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl CVT)
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After driving American cars for over 35 years, I bought A6 (premium package). Wow ! What a difference. I looked at the competitors - no comparison! A6 has a better interior + power + everything else. Gas mileage is excellent (mid 20s combined). Handles very well.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Very very pleased

Jim Hughes, 08/11/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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Bought the 2006 A6 to replace a 1997 A6. A quantum leap in technical sophistication, comfort and fit. Seating very comfortable. Highway noise almost non-existent. Great acceleration and manuverability. Only two minor manufacturing flaws, neither performance related. The MMI is easy enough to use, but it is distracting. I live with a lot of wide open spaces, but with hundreds of satellite radio stations to choose from, you get distracted. The on- wheel controls do not remedy this because of a lag in activating the tuning dial - the lag means you have to look away from the road to see where you are. The doors are very heavy, which I equate with safe. I would happily buy this car again.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best of the Mid-Luxury Sedans

Jim, 12/28/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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In my opinion, the A6 is the new standard for mid-luxury sedans. Virtually all of its features - including handling, the console control system (MMI), and sleek looks - make driving this car a pure pleasure. Before buying, I compared the A6 to others in its price range, and it came out on top in almost all areas. And among the German-brand sedans, here's my humble opinion: If you want great performance, drive a BMW; if you want a luxurious feel, drive a Mercedes; if you want both, drive an Audi.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Excellent Car

ak, 02/27/2007
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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Having been a loyal BMW driver for many years, it was hard to even consider buying an Audi. But with the less attractive styling of the BMW 5 series, i considered the Audi A6 and was very happy I did. The Audi doesn't quite have the pep and drive of a BMW, but the excellent Quattro all-wheel drive system and the incredibly attractive and comfortable interior make this car a real joy. I've been very impressed by the car's quality and dependability.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best interior style, reliable fun

JHAUDI, 07/22/2007
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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Great experience, 25,000 mi and counting. Audi replaced a faulty rear window (fog inside glass) upon delivery. Love the mtce warranty. No major repairs or issues, and NO minor ones either. Best road handler out there, summer, fall and especially winter. Love this car in winter! Cleans up real nice too, time and again.

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5 out of 5 stars

Fun to Drive and Safe

Sean, 03/22/2008
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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The quattro feature makes me feel as if I am riding on tracks. I have been in a number of snow and ice storms this winter in New England and never even slipped. Amazing. It's fun to drive, and every component, every feature fits perfectly with each other - there is nothing wrong with this car. Service has lived up to expectations, Audi has gone out of its way to ensure a good experience.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Car

Brian, 02/03/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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This is my second Audi. The new A6 is outstanding and fun to drive. So far it has been picture perfect.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Audi A6

Ed Hunt, 04/22/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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This car is one of the most enjoyable vehicles I have ever driven. The lines and features are fabulous. Options galore.

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5 out of 5 stars

A6 Review

NK, 05/05/2006
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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The new A6 is out of this world! Fun to drive - great performance and excellent redesign especially the interior. Navigation system very user friendly.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Excellent Value

Mark N, 09/01/2005
2006 Audi A6 3.2 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
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Excellent value for the amount of car you get. Very sleek elegant styling compared to the boxy looks of the Mercedes Benz and BMW equivalents. Interior is roomy and comfortable especially for those that are taller than average. First time I had a car where I do not have to push the seat all the back for leg comfort. Get the Sport Package as the car performs and responds much better with it and is more than reasonably priced for what you get in return.

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