Overview & Reviews

All 2008 Audi A6 sedans and Avants receive last year's previously optional "S line" exterior trim package as standard. Satellite radio, headlight washers and seatback storage pockets are now standard as well. New features include an S line interior package with sportier cabin trim and a lane departure warning system.

• Elegantly crafted interior, all-wheel drive offered on all trim levels, strong available V8, priced lower than its European competitors.

• V6 is short on low-end torque, handling not as sharp as others in the class, no manual transmission option.

User Reviews:

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  Still a great car at 105K - 2008 Audi A6
  By Steven Woods - December 17 - 3:37 pm

  Update to my earlier review. Now I have over 105k miles on this car that I purchased new. It goes through brakes but it has otherwise been faultless. Still love driving it. Same great ride, no rattles and no issues. Recently had to add some coolant, but other than that, just routine oil changes.

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  100K and going strong - 2008 Audi A6
  By docwoods - June 22 - 11:56 am

  This is the third review from me on this car. Just turned over 100,000 miles without any significant issues. I am the original owner and just follow routine maintenance. It is still solid, quiet and a great performer. This is the best car that I have owned. Looking to keep it at least 10 years.

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  Strong and very Reliable car - 2008 Audi A6
  By papo1975 - December 5 - 4:11 pm

  Second A6, got it CPO with 35k back in jan/2011 , now 105k with no mayor repairs. I do regular oil change(Castrol synthetic) and all recommended maintenance..For my brakes ,fluids, filters and battery only use OEM parts Only repairs I came across are light bulb change and throttle body clean up . Yes repairs and maintenance can be expensive but it is a $50000.00 car with a great look and performance. My cost to own very low until now ,and planning to keep it for years to come.

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  58k miles and still GREAT - 2008 Audi A6
  By docwoods - April 27 - 4:36 pm

  This is an update to an earlier review. I now have 58k miles in this car and it is still one of the best cars that I have owned. To date I have had minor failures (tail light, head light) but nothing worse! I still get about 27-28 mpg highway at 75 cruise. It is quiet, solid as a bank vault and drives like new. This car is not about cutting edge performance and handling. It is about quality of construction and easy highway driving. I still look forward to driving it each time. I would highly recommend this car to anyone.

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  Bought New - My 3rd and best A-6 - 2008 Audi A6
  By Douglas - November 22 - 2:00 am

  This is my third Audi A-6 (had a 2000 and 2004 A-6 turbo 2.7 models). I thoroughly enjoy the car. It is by far the best vehicle Ive owned. Drove it down to Virginia and back two weeks ago moving with traffic at 75+ and averaged 28 mpg on the highway. It accelerates nicely in Sport mode, has lots of room. The only real annoying problem I had occurred at 46,000 miles - the starter relay switch went - the car just wouldnt start one rainy evening. I had to have the car towed, however Audi gave me a loaner, paid for the tow and repaired it quickly. It has more interior room than the Mercedes E and BMW 5 series. I highly recommend this car.

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  Bought used - 2008 Audi A6
  By Lane O. - September 22 - 2:00 am

  Bought from Schaumburg Audi with 75k. Dealer and their service area have been awesome. Havent seen service levels like theirs in any commercial area for a long, long time. LOVE the style of the 08 and 09 A6s. Preferred the turbo engine in the 09, but I was too cheap. Lots of things in this car make it great fun to drive.

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  So far, so good - 2008 Audi A6
  By Mark - May 26 - 5:16 pm

  First luxury car I have owned and very pleased after two years lots of bells and whistles, even on the standard model (only option was i-pod interface). Build quality excellent - solid as a bank vault. Only complaints are touchy brakes, accelerator lag, and annoying buzzes and rattles that I mostly fixed by stuffing cracks with felt. Great gas mileage 22-37 mpg.

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  Better than Expected - 2008 Audi A6
  By Corey - January 12 - 4:33 am

  For a large car, the A6 handles very well. I come from a smaller sports car so driving the A6 took some getting used to. The steering is soft, but responsive. Starts are slow, but once shes up to speed, the power is awesome! Passing slower vehicles is not a problem. The interior is plush and comfortable and theres nothing better when driving at night with all the lights on. Having the controls on the console was awkward at first since it is difficult to change settings while driving. I dont suggest it! However, once set up, voice activation is the key to easy and safe operation. Although difficult to comprehend at first, once learned, the MMI and navigation system is a cinch to use.

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  Best Audi Yet - 2008 Audi A6
  By DocWoods - December 9 - 5:09 pm

  This is my fourth Audi, second A6. Best of them all! The power is great, smooth ride, unbeatable interior quality/design. I know that there are cars that are quicker, better handling, flashier, more powerful, etc, but no other car, taken as a package, does it all better than this A6. Cant beat quattro in the snow and rain. After 17K miles: NO PROBLEMS AT ALL, just changing the oil every 5K (not the factory recommended 10K).

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  Shes beautiful - 2008 Audi A6
  By Wes - September 22 - 3:19 pm

  Ill agree with the editors reviews that the low-end torque is an issue. Shes just a bit slow off the starting line, but she shines once shes on the road. Theres plenty of pedal when you need it, and I think she runs the best slightly above the recommended speed limit. Ive owned Toyotas, BMWs and of course American cars. The Audi is my favorite to date. You wont be sorry, if you go this direction. Im always getting compliments on this car, yet you dont feel too "cocky" driving it.