Audi A6 Expert Review

The Audi A6 for India is the standard-wheelbase version, unlike LWB sedans from BMW and Mercedes. It’s a bit dated now but retains Audi’s sharp family look. The cab-rearward stance, long bonnet and stretched glasshouse remain. A huge chromed grille, angular headlamps, LED tail-lamps and bold creases keep things modern. The Premium Plus variant uses 18-inch wheels with taller 225/55 tyres, while the Technology trim uses 19-inchers that look much better.

Audi’s cabin looks understated and premium, layered with brushed metal, piano black, and open-pore wood. Cream or tan upholstery options are available and digital dials add to the high-tech feel. Rear space is ample, though it trails long-wheelbase rivals. Rear-seat comfort is excellent for two. There’s four-zone climate control, window blinds, and a 530-litre boot cleverly accommodating a space-saver spare.
 

Under the hood is a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol making 245hp and 370Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch auto. It’s smooth, quiet and brisk for everyday driving. The gearbox is polished at low speeds but less reactive when pushed. Drive modes alter engine and steering feel modestly. It’s refined and relaxed overall, rather than outright sporty, suiting its executive luxury brief.

The A6 45 TFSI claims a respectable 14.7kpl official combined efficiency. Its 73-litre tank ensures a decent highway range, though urban figures will be lower. The tall-profile tyres and refined drivetrain help maintain decent mileage. While there’s no diesel engine for the economy conscious, it’s competitive for a turbo-petrol executive sedan. Real-world numbers will depend heavily on driving style, and conditions.
 

Comfort remains excellent, especially with the tall tyres. It clears speed bumps confidently and rides smoothly over poor roads. At high speeds, minor float appears but composure is mostly maintained. The steering’s quick and light, making this big sedan surprisingly manoeuvrable in traffic. Unfortunately, road noise is amplified due to the engine’s quietness.
 

Audi’s dual-touchscreen MMI system features here, and is sleek and responsive, though lacking physical controls hampers usability on the move. Haptic feedback requires firm presses, inviting smudges. Features on the Technology trim include powered front seats (memory for the driver), wireless charging, a sunroof, hands-free parking, and a fantastic Bang & Olufsen audio system. Safety kit is generous too.

Though long in the tooth now, the A6 avoids big risks, refining Audi’s proven formula. It improves comfort, refinement, and tech without chasing extremes. Prices are Rs 66.05 lakh for the Premium Plus and Rs 72.43 lakh for the Technology variant, and comfortably undercutting most rivals. It’s not the sportiest, but it’s a strong all-rounder, appealing to buyers who want a mix of both front and rear-seat experience.