For This petrol-powered A6 is seriously rapid, and has four-wheel drive as standard. It’s well equipped and has a luxurious cabin, too.

Against The 3.0 TDI quattro is nearly as quick, yet is much cheaper to run. It’s also slightly cheaper to buy. The lowered sports suspension means the ride is firm.

Audi A6 Avant

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

A fine executive wagon, but the 3.0 TDI makes so much more sense.

What Car? readers say

4


Key facts

0–60mph
5.6 secs
Top speed
155 mph
Average mpg
34.4
Tank range
492 miles
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The Audi A6 Avant isn’t the biggest executive estate or the most refined – the Mercedes E-Class and BMW 5 Series claim those honours – but it’s a well-rounded package with much in its favour. The range is almost entirely diesel-engined, and the big seller is the entry-level 2.0 TDI, because it combines tax-friendly emissions with all the image and kit of pricier models.

Those with richer tastes – and deeper pockets – will look to the six-cylinder, four-wheel-drive models, which have continent-crushing pace and composure.

Although SE trim provides loads of kit and a more forgiving ride, many people will be drawn to the sportier looks – and handling – of the dearer S line models. We can see the appeal, but you pay the price both financially and in ride comfort.

All versions are well equipped, but some of the luxuries on the extensive options list may prove tempting. The all-LED headlights look the business, for example, although they’re not cheap.

Reader test team says:

Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDI SE 5dr

I didn't expect to be buying this car. At the end of an existing PCP deal on a 2.7 quattro Le Mans I was thinking that Audi couldn't replicate the…

Stephen Norris

4 out of 5 stars
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