We didn’t experience this lag in the A8 we bought, which has the same engine, but which uses an eight-speed automatic. Some drivers commented that, at times, the seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission had a difficult time accelerating out of rolling stops or from slow speeds, such as when gaining speed after making a turn onto a highway on-ramp. Shoppers beware: It can be challenging to determine exactly which feature is in each package, so buyers should tell their salesperson exactly which safety features they want when configuring their A6. An additional driver assistance package adds lane keeping assist. There is also a medium-sized glovebox and pockets in the doors, along with two cup holders that reside between the seats.įinally, while it’s great that the A6’s standard safety equipment includes forward collision warning and low-speed automatic emergency braking, more features like these could be made standard given the A6's near-$60,000 base price.įor example, our Prestige trim has standard blind spot warning, but it’s only optional on the base Premium trim.

That center bin houses a wireless charging pad and two USB outlets there isn't room for much else once a mobile phone is plugged in and stored in that space. However, it will be a tight fit for three adults, and the person in the center position must straddle the large central tunnel and rear-seat climate control pod.Ĭabin storage is limited, with just a shallow bin underneath the center armrest. It’s fairly easy to get into the rear seat, which has plenty of room for two adults. The A6’s low stance made it somewhat challenging to climb in or out, but the wide door opening helps ease the process. Folding down the second-row seats expands the cargo area for longer items. The square-shaped, nicely finished trunk has plenty of room. The seats have excellent support and a variety of adjustments, making them perfect for short trips or all-day drives. There are many different settings, modes, and options on both the center screens and the multifunction screen in the instrument cluster.

The controls, although advanced, were easy for our testers to work with over time. One driver referred to the A6's interior as “an absolute jaw-dropper in terms of presentation.” Of course, at the nearly $75,000 price of the one we drove, the A6 certainly should have a luxurious, comfortable interior. Finally, everyone who drove the A6 remarked how the steering has satisfying weight and feedback. The cabin is quiet, with hardly any aural evidence of the vehicle’s speed-it’s prudent for drivers to keep an eye on the speedometer, because they may not realize how fast they’re going. This setup delivers a taut ride, but the car still feels composed no matter the pavement condition. The A6 comes standard with 19-inch wheels, but the version we drove had both the sport package and the optional 21-inch wheels with summer tires.

Audi a6 2019 review