Audi A6 1997-2004 used car review

The 1997-2004 Audi A6 offers a lot of luxury for just a few thousand dollars.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Value

Interior

Overall score , 2.8 out of 5

The good

Plush, luxurious interior
Excellent ride and handling setup
Strong six-cylinder engine

The not-so-good

Cambelt replacement costs more than some cars
Reliability concerns

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2002 Audi A6 3.0i Quattro

Price

$7,000 to $8,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

3-litre six-cylinder turbocharged, 162kW and 300NM

Transmission

Five-speed automatic, all-wheel drive

Safety rating

Three-star Euro NCAP

Servicing

15,000km or twelve months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

11.3-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Premium

Length

4796mm

Width

1810mm

Height

1453mm

Towing capacity

2300kg (braked)

Turning circle

11.8m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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