- sedan 138,766
- 2,699 below average
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- Egg Harbor Township, NJ
- 5 years
- autoshopper.com
- 2,699 below average sedan 138,766 gasoline silver manual
2000 audi a6 review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. A polished gem of a luxury sedan. introductionaudi's a6 proves that with a touch of stylish flair, a sedan doesn't have to look like a sedan. Now in it's third model year after a smart redesign in 1998, the clean, sweeping lines of audi's midsize luxury offering are still fresh and forward-thinking, while new features and modifications improve the package for 2000. the a6 is brimming with amenities and competes with such luxury sedans as the cadillac catera, mercedes benz c280, lexus gs 300 and infiniti i30t -- all of which start in the $32,000 to $36,000 range. The a6 gleams from one end to the other, exuding the assured air of a gem whose every detail has received a thorough polishing. And it provides a comforting sense of its well-earned status as a truly high-class automobile. Audi has also added an a6 4. 2 sedan with a 300-horsepower, 4. 2-liter, five-valve v8 engine at a base price of $48,900. all except the base a6 2. 8 sedan come standard with audi's renowned quattro all-wheel-drive system; it's a $1,750 option on the 2. 8 sedan. walkaroundthe a6's flowing, aerodynamic lines lend it the jaunty visage of a sport coupe. The effect is particularly strong in back. The line formed by the rear window sweeps back dramatically until it flattens out at the start of the trunk lid, to form a slight but aggressive notch in the a6's futuristic-looking rear end. So, they offer three different interior 'atmospheres.' these design motifs -- dubbed 'ambition,' 'ambiente' and 'advance' -- each offer distinct upholstery and wood or aluminum trim. The a6's leather-upholstered seats have a luxurious crinkled look and are among the most comfortable available. The 12-way power-adjustable driver's seat adapts to a wide range of body shapes and sizes. One neat touch for those with lower-back problems is the power lumbar support that can be fine-tuned to lend upper-, mid- or lower-lumbar support. other classy touches include map pockets that snap outward on hinges, then close with a smart click. Grab handles retract into little cubbies when not in use. The front and rear seats are heated, and the heating/cooling vents offer separate temperature controls for driver and passenger. The rear seat also is equipped with heating/cooling vents, cupholders and a cigarette lighter/power receptacle. The cold-weather package includes a heated steering wheel. the stereo serves up top-drawer sound and the controls are well designed. Unfortunately, the trip computer is somewhat bewildering at first, requiring a trip to the owner's manual for guidance. At night they give the cabin a warm, high-tech glow. Fighter pilots have used red gauges for years for this reason. At 38. 5 inches, front headroom is ample. Furthermore, clever engineering has resulted in generous trunk space. driving impressionwhen it comes to luxury sedans, the a6 is not the quickest bunny in the forest -- nor is it the slowest. It can do the 0-to-60-mph sprint in about 9. 3 seconds, and covers the standing quarter-mile in about 17. 2 seconds. Like many german sedans, the gearing is tweaked more for high-speed cruising than for off-the-line acceleration. But the a6 packs more than enough juice for everyday city driving, with ample reserve power for freeway passing. the 200 horsepower for the base a6 comes from a 2. 8-liter, double-overhead-cam v6 engine with five valves per cylinder. That's 27 fewer ponies than infiniti i30t, 15 more than the mercedes c280 and equal to the cadillac catera. The v6 is hitched to a silky-smooth five-speed automatic transmission with a tiptronic feature. The tiptronic also improves shifting response. The suspension is extremely responsive and well-controlled, making the a6 a joy to drive on back roads. Torsional (twisting) rigidity of the chassis is 50 percent stiffer than in the pre-1998 version. This allows for a more finely tuned suspension, which translates into a quieter ride and more assured handling, especially on bumpy roads. Excellent on-center feel of the steering is another boon. audi's world-class quattro all-wheel-drive system enhances handling ability on dry pavement by offering more grip, but it is especially appreciated on snow and ice. It can transfer as much as two-thirds of the engine's power to whatever wheel is providing the best traction, thereby ensuring stable and predictable handling in all conditions. The firm brake pedal delivers precise braking feel. in city traffic, the a6's ride is quite civilized, even refined. It is very stable on the freeway, where high speeds seem to bring out the best in this car. With a low drag coefficient of 0. 28, wind noise is low, except for a slight whisper from the windshield wipers. At low speeds, drivers will appreciate quite a bit of power assist in the steering, which makes it a breeze to maneuver through crowded parking lots. in order to deliver this kind of ride comfort and refinement, the a6 had to give up a little something in the road-dancing department. But audi has hit upon a nice balance with the a6. Everything about the car contributes to a driving experience of confidence and quietude, from the smooth-purring engine, to the crisp but silky transmission, to a supple but composed ride. When the weather turns foul, its all-wheel-drive system puts it a cut above the pack. And its elegant lines communicate a subtle but sporty sophistication. the a6 possesses refinement that pleases in quiet ways, like beauty in a cherished jewel. The feel of fine engineering in this car should create enjoyment for years to come. model lineupa6 2. 8 sedan 33,950); a6 2. 8 avant wagon 36,900); a6 2. 7t sedan 38,550); a6 4. 2 sedan 48,900). assembled inneckarsulm, germany. options as testedquattro all-wheel-drive system 1,750) replaces traction control; cold weather package 625) includes heated seats, ski rack; convenience package 1,650) includes glass sunroof, homelink remote transmitter, auto-dimming inside and outside mirrors, driver's seat/mirror position memory, steering wheel audio controls. model testeda6 2. 8 33,950). Heated Seats✔ Sunroof/Moonroof
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