Audi A6 Saloon

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Audi A6 Saloon overall verdict

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OK Mr A6, so you’re an excellent accountant. I accept that. But you’re still dull
Our buying tip

Practical as a second-hand car, but not exciting. Diesel auto if you have to, hopefully not in silver

The large-executive favourite (as in the car, not the executives themselves), the Audi A6 remains a staple of the market. But the assembled crowds don’t seem to be gasping with admiration.

Comfort

The flipside to this unsporting intent is a comfy ride, provided you spec the air suspension and avoid the S line suspension and big rims.
Performance

Just one petrol - a 3.0-litre TFSI with 297bhp - a 2.0-litre and 3.0-litre diesel and that superb 3.0-litre TDI BiTurbo with 310bhp and a 0-62mph time of 5.3 seconds. All this, and it returns 44.1mpg.
Cool

Nope. Too average to be cool.
Quality

Fantastic value for money, inside, and it makes every penny worthwhile. Materials and build quality are excellent. Top class stuff here.
Handling

The A6 is perfectly acceptable, it's just that against the class-leading BMW 5 Series, it lacks that sparkle for the more committed among you. Safe understeer is the Audi's favourite safe zone, and while the steering is precise, it's a bit numb.
Practicality

Three across the back seat can be a squeeze, but the A6 is respectably big for both front and rear bodies. The boot is vast, and you can fold the rear seats for IKEA transport if you have to.
Running costs

Resale values are strong on the A6 thanks to a rock-solid image.