New Car Review of the 2006 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Mid-Size Luxury Sedan

Base MSRP: $53,770
Base Invoice: $49,559
MSRP As Tested: $63,840
Versions: Quattro, Avant.
Vehicle Category: Mid-Size Luxury Sedan
Engine Location: Front Engine
Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive.

Standard Engine: 4.2-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 40-valves, V-8, 335 - horsepower at 6600 rpm and 310 lb-ft torque at 3500 rpm.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 17/23.
Transmission: Six-speed automatic.
Standard Safety Features: Driver and passenger airbags, Front side airbags, Curtain side airbags, 4-wheel disc brakes, Brake assist, Antiskid system, Front and rear active head restraints, Tire-pressure monitor, Rear-obstacle-detection system, Emergency inside trunk release.
Competition: Acura RL, Cadillac CTS, Infiniti M, Lexus GS, Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Review to follow.
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Where Built: Germany
Major Options: Premium package, Sunroof package, Technology package, Cold Weather package. Rear side airbags, Navigation system, Adaptive cruise control, Upgraded leather upholstery, Front sport seats, Power liftgate, Satellite radio, Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel, Heated steering wheel, Power rear sunshade, Manual side sunshades, Solar sunroof, Adaptive air suspension, Polished alloy wheels.
Seating: 5.
Number of Rows: 2.
Length in Inches: 193.3 - 194.2
Warranties: 3 years/36,000 miles Bumper to bumper, 5 years / 100,000 miles Corrosion, 3 years / 36,000 miles Free roadside assistance, 4 years / 50,000 miles Free scheduled maintenance.
Weight in Pounds: 3957 lbs - 4167 lbs.
Cargo Capacity in Pounds: Not Available.
Gross Maximum Vehicle Weight in Pounds: Not Available.
Towing Capacity in Pounds: Not Available.
Gas Tank Capacity in Gallons: 21.1
Destination Charge: $720