Audi is a brand associated with all-wheel drive, well-equipped interior and design evolution that requires you to park a new model next to an old saying that has been changed. The 2016 A6 does not diverge much from that formula despite being a full refresh of the outgoing A6.
This Audi plays in the midsize luxury pool crowded with competition from all angles. The big boys are, of course, the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, but 2016 will bring a new and all-aluminum Jaguar XF. We also have the latest Cadillac CTS, a Maserati Ghibli for those who want something less reliable than a Jag, the Lexus GS and Infiniti Q70 of the land of the rising sun and the Koreans Genesis - and that's before begin, including the most distant competition Volvo, Acura, Lincoln, etc. The last was an A6 midsize luxury unicorn, because Nissan has even thought they could sell a car wheel of luxury car before in America with a CVT. As it happens, even Audi could defend the CVT in a luxury entrance, so 2016 saw the end of Audi's dalliance with the transsexual cogless. Do not fear people, the A6 is still the German strange since the basic model is still the front-wheel drive.
Exterior
A6 is farm girl in this segment with simple, wholesome lines that have refined and sober air. In a sea of aggressive and distinctive styles of vehicles, simple lines on the A6 are refreshing. Of course, huge grille Audi became a little meaner and headlights have gained a touch of "Angry Birds", but the sheetmetal does not seem to create the same kind of polarizing reactions that the Lexus F-Sport models.
Since 2016 is just a refresh, the A6 has not gained any ground dimensions compared to its predecessor. Audi is not a problem since the A6 is already one of the largest entries in this category. People looking to upgrade their CAMCORD should know that while the A6 is only a hair larger than the average Honda and Toyota sedans, long hood Audi means you will find less room inside than people plebeian dumpers.
2016 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige |
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3 liter DOHC V-6, turbocharged (333 hp @ 5.500 to 6.500 rpm; 325 pounds-power @ 2.00 to 5.300 rpm) 8-speed ZF automatic Quattro AWD 20 city / highway combined 30/24 (EPA Rating, MPG) 21.5 (observed, MPG) tested options: black optic package, S-line package, cold weather package, side airbags base price: $ 62,525 * As Tested: $ 66.675 * * prices include $ 925 destination charge |
. inside
Fit and finish in our tester is generally excellent, but the optional head-up display clearly looks out of place. Unlike most luxury cars that use a slightly different dashboard design when HUD is equipped Audi bugs on a very large "donut" at the top of the cockpit gauge to house the projection unit. The result is a look that is less polished than the Cadillac or BMW. Since the HUD does not provide quite as much information as the screen of the 5 Series, there is an option of $ 00 I jump. The other area where you can see the age of the A6 is in the overall design that does not have the new A4 or A8. You also will find the latest in luxury interior options at all costs, as a dashboard stitched leather as you find in the Series 5 (or even Volvo.)
The seats before some of the best category, and the leather upholstery is standard unlike many luxury brands that equip more and more cars with pleather. height of the back seat is generous with the right outer profile and you will find two inches of space at the back of the E or 5. Of course, if a rear passenger accommodation are your thing, more Genesis offers even more space and transmission packaging RLX widens even further.
infotainment
infotainment system MMI Audi has received a major overhaul in 2016 with a new material and fast graphics processor. The new equipment enables smoother animation and screen changes, but we still do not find the voice commands expanded to control USB media library / iDevice as you find in the Lexus, Cadillac and Acura. The refreshed software adds support for several new features such as Internet-connected INRIX traffic information and the eyes of Apple Siri free support. Unfortunately Android carplay Auto are not for the ride. On the hardware side, there is a new LTE cellular modem for faster downloads and an integrated WiFi hotspot.
The 8-inch LCD screen which is the heart of the system remains unchanged, and is still wearing a standard aspect ratio rather than widescreen format preferred by BMW. Nestled between the speedometer and tachometer is a 7-inch LCD option with an extended feature set that includes a complete mobile navigation screen with 3-D map and topographic information. Perhaps the most important change for 2016 may be the simplest: Audi finally abandoned their own multimedia interface cable. Lifting the armrest reveals two regular USB ports and you can now connect your device with an old cable you have lying around.
Training
base models get a revised turbo 2 liter engine with four-cylinder power 220-252 horses and bumping of torque 258-273 ft-lb. In addition to the increase in punch, the fun sucking CVT has been replaced with a dual clutch transmission 7 speed (relative to 7 DCT speeds in S6) that sends power to the front wheels. If you want AWD, Audi switches DCT for an 8-speed automatic ZF-sourced. That seems an odd choice when obviously the DCT in the S6 Quattro is compatible. The model we tested uses a refreshed 3-liter supercharged V-6 that cranks out now 333 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque. If you feel the need for speed, 4 liters of S6, turbocharged V-8 has been changed as well, making 450 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque, and is always mated to a DCT 7-speed . The only intact left engine is the 3-liter V-6 turbo diesel is still rated for 240 horsepower and 428 pound-feet. As of this review, this diesel is affected by the VW / Audi dieselgate drama
The A6 front wheel drive is unique -. More than usual - as it still uses a longitudinal engine layout rather than the more common cross design in front wheel drive cars. This orientation is a byproduct of the Audi Quattro design and desire to reduce the empty weight from 2.0T FWD should be a little lighter than a RWD variant of the same model.
But we're here to talk about the 3.0T, which AWD standard. Quattro Audi integrates the center and front differentials in the case of transmission ZF 8-speed, and spot the whole engine in the front of the front axle. This engine placement means that the A6 has a larger percentage of its weight on the front wheels that virtually every RWD competitor. However, do not confuse a distribution of front-heavy weight with a means of drive power to the front wheel. The A6 can be "nose heavy", but the majority of the power is actually sent to the rear wheels. This is what separates the A6 AWD systems Lincoln or Volvo that can never send more than 50 percent of the power to the rear axle unless wheelspin
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the A6 can carry more weight in the front of an xDrive 535i or Mercedes E400 4Matic, but in reality it does not handle that differently up '9 / 10ths. Let's be honest, the average buyer of a $ 65,000 luxury sedan rarely find at 9 / 10ths. However, if you find yourself there, front end of the A6 displays a reluctance to turn you will not find in the back more balanced competition neutral wheel drive. On the other hand, the A6 will not address if different from the AWD competition increasingly popular.
At 4,178 pounds, the A6 is about 400 pounds heavier than the Jaguar XF, 0 pounds heavier than a CTS VSport, but is actually lighter than the BMW 535i hair xDrive. Curb weight is critical regarding the handling, so it should be no surprise that well-regulated suspensions and lighter curb weight in the Jaguar and Cadillac give them the edge when it comes to the ability and sensation manipulation (when equipped comparable.) what may be a surprise is simply proximity to the A6 3.0T and 535i xDrive are really in terms of capacity and feel. This is due as much to the constant improvement of their systems of Audi steering and suspension (and the addition of wider tires) that BMW 5 Series increasingly heavier and more isolated with each revision.
2016 power bump is noticeable and appreciated and allows the A6 3.0T Quattro scoot to 60 just 8 / 100th slower than the last two wheel drive 535i I l 've tested and Audi is clocked 1 mph better in the quarter mile. Interestingly, the 2.14-second time 0-30 was notably slower than the 1.9 seconds I clocked in the 535 despite the fact that boosters generally improve torque at low revs. The steering is numb, but accurate, and a little heavy in the corners. Despite the empty weight, our brake test 60-0 measured an impressive 112 feet through 255 optional width rubber.
final sales proposal Audi has long been its price. From $ 46,0, the A6 is one of the least expensive sedans in this category - in fact by undercutting GS 350 2 $ 400 and the RLX by an eye-watering $ 8,250. Indeed, just the Cadillac CTS and Volvo S80 are cheaper. That said, the A6 2.0T is not the best deal more. CTS base may have an old 6-speed automatic, but it is the most fun bunch the FWD Audi. The dynamics of Volvo are not worse than the Audi as FWD and Volvo launches in more goodies for the same price with a spoonful of the increase in fuel consumption.
Go to our tester 3.0T and things improve. At $ 57.400, the A6 undermines a comparable 535i $ 1,000, the E400 nearly $ 6,000 and it is just a little more than a comparably equipped (but slower) CTS AWD 3.6 percent. Unfortunately for Audi, Jaguar's new XF has been a very aggressive price, and not only outside handles and accelerates off the A6, but it undermines the Audi of nearly $ 3000, even when equipped with AWD. new midsize sedan from Jag also beats Audi seems simple good game as well.
2016 refresh of the Audi A6 keeps leading the German squad, scoring above the 535i xDrive and E400 4Matic where it counts. The Audi is cheaper, feels more fun to drive on your daily commute and flies just under the radar. The A6 is also interesting alternative to the GS 350 at a good price with a premium experience longer and better performance than the Lexus. Obviously you'd have to be crazy to buy an Acura RLX Audi. When the A6 is however stumbles when he opposed facing lesser competition. The XF is a better deal, it is faster and handles better. Genesis gives you the power V8, RWD dynamics and guarantee more for less and Cadillac CTS is 5-series naturally aspirated you have good memories about. If my money was on the line, I'd probably bet on this new XF, but the second Audi spot is not a bad place to be.
Audi provided the vehicle, insurance and a review of gas
Specifications as tested
0-30: 2.14 seconds
0-60 5.38 seconds
1/4 mile: 13.9 seconds @ 102 mph
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