Overview & Reviews

All 2001 Audis receive a new 4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty and no-charge scheduled maintenance, a 12-year limited warranty against corrosion perforation, and 24-hour Roadside Assistance for four years. All A6s are now equipped with the high-tech Immobilizer III security system, side-curtain airbags, a 12-millimeter increase in the headrest height adjustment and an optional multifunction steering wheel.

• Large selection of engines, well-appointed interior, all-wheel-drive stability.

User Reviews:

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  Fun but a PAIN - 2001 Audi A6
  By bizbinski - April 2 - 7:19 am

  Ive got drive a few cars such as a 2005 Caddy STS, a 2008 caddy CTS, a 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 2014 Caddy ATS, and a 2014 Caddy XTS. Honestly the Audi was the best and most fun car to drive. It handles better than all the rest and feels more like a GT car than a fat 4 door sedan. Although its such a blast to drive the reliability is garbage. I had it for one month before it was having a misfire . After i got that fixed it ran good for a day now it wont stay running. Also the tubing inside is more brittle than glass. Also both cup holders have broke. Ive already dropped about $1000 into it but im suspecting to be dropping more in the near future.

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  Audi A6 2.8 Quattro - 2001 Audi A6
  By __ty__ - November 24 - 11:47 pm

  Ok, so i bought this car off of my inlaws, who bought it certified with 25k on the odo. After owning it myself for 3 yrs, it now has 155k on it. It runs smoothly and effortlessly on the freeway and in and out of traffic around town. A pleasure to drive in all types of weather. Sure-footed confidence in rain, snow & ice. I put 4 studded snow tires on it each winter and have no trouble climbing any WV mountains! Amazing. I repair most things that break myself to keep repairs down to a minimum. 1 yr ago the timing chain guide rail (plastic), broke and cost me a new head! I did most of the work myself with a friend. That one set me back $1,000. A fluke I suppose...gas mileage is so-so.

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  Buy something else - 2001 Audi A6
  By btheo - September 14 - 2:06 pm

  I think my father summed up this car perfectly when he said this car is great... up until 80k miles. Yes, the car has exceptional awd power, fun in the winter along with luxury styling. However the designing of this car is terrible and dont let anyone ever tell you otherwise. When my 2.7ts alternator went out it took an entire day to replace. You have to take the front end off just to locate. Its ridiculous!!! the 2.7t is designed to have an extended stay at the mechanic. Over 100 sensors will cause the CEL to appear. In summary, this car is like someone elses pet its fun to play with, it will make laugh at times but i rather not want to keep it.

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  Great to drive, horrible to maintain - 2001 Audi A6
  By Plova - March 25 - 1:23 am

  Where to start ? Bought a 2001 A6 avant in 2006 with 106K on the clock. Car was in very good shape. Within a year started having some issue. Did timing belt replacement which is normal maintenance (about $500 in Audi parts if you do yourself). Have replaced the ABS module, 2 combi (EGR) valves, valve cover gaskets, etc. At 149K had to replace 3 steering arms ($700 at shop). Now transmission is acting up and need to replace at 151K. Still have problems with secondary air system and was told by tech probably carbon build up in intake manifold after all other attempted repairs. Great car to drive but very expensive if you dont do the repairs yourself.

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  Fun to drive, but expensive - 2001 Audi A6
  By Eric - December 5 - 2:00 am

  Bought this car in 04 as a CPOd car for my wife. Love the 2.7T engine, a blast of a car to drive. Comfortable ride. The downside, expensive to repair, seems every year that weve had it, and especially since the warranties ran out, weve had a $1,500 + repair bill for the year. Recently found that the trans needs work, hopefully this will be the last major item to repair for a long time. We bought the car with only 33,000 on it, weve put maybe 36,000 more miles in 6 yrs.

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  Electrical nightmare - 2001 Audi A6
  By Darren - October 28 - 2:00 am

  I bought this car for my wife in 2005. We loved it. We babied it in our garage. I was careful when I wash it. We took it for a drive south down to Vegas. We started having lots of electrical problems. I thought that German cars were the best of the best. Maybe not!! The spot lights, I was fixing, once a week and then the dash display led pin lighting started to go. Then I had other engine lights come on. I went to the Audi dealer in Kelowna and asked what the would be the cost of repairing the dash and it was almost $2000. I fixed what I could and quickly sold the car to a young lady( feeling very guilty). I would never buy another Audi or Vw product again. There is no quality.

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  audi = garbage - 2001 Audi A6
  By steve - September 3 - 11:40 am

  I knew I was taking a big chance when I purchased this Audi a6 quattro turbo with 109,000 miles given the cars reputation for poor reliability. However, I got it at a great price and was assured from the previous owner that it was well taken care of with all maintenance done as scheduled. With-in 3 weeks problems started, front struts started squeaking, took it to dealer to inspect, that will be $900.00 please. Then a few months later a/c went out dealer says just $1200.00 please. Then recently all dash lights went out without warning. Dealer says just $800.00 please. Turbo is failing I was told and will have to be replaced within the next 6 months. Dealer says just $2800.00 please. Never again!

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  The Last Mohigan- 215K! - 2001 Audi A6
  By Ellen829 - September 1 - 8:55 pm

  I discovered this site this evening as I am researching new vehicles. Alas, my Audi a6 and I are soon to part ways. Weve endured 7.5 years together, with minimal disagreements. Outside of routine maintenance, Ive invested perhaps 3-4k or so, collectively. Purchased the car with 27k, and it currently has over 215k on it! (with my occupation as sales manager, it behooves me to hold onto my vehicles). Can I say Ive been pleased? in a word, yes! I am actually feeling a little saddened over my soon- to-be split with my a6, but as we all know, all good things must come to an end. The divorce is indeed amicable.

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  Pleased with purchase overall - 2001 Audi A6
  By Thomas - June 30 - 1:36 pm

  I purchased this car over a year ago and thought a review would be of some help for others looking to purchase one. This is a great looking, great handling and riding vehicle considering the $4500 I paid for it. It was maintained well by the previous owner and had 130K on it when I purchased it. About 13,000 miles later here is what I have replaced: Aux. Fan for AC - $100, Two Front axles - $150, Front Brake Pads - $68.00, and Two Cam Seals - $16.00 for both. Audi wanted $1,800 to replace cam-seals. It took me approx 8 hrs to repair that problem. These are nice cars that are capable of running for a long time if maintained properly. If you are on a tight budget, dont buy one.

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  Absolute Tank! - 2001 Audi A6
  By sjs - June 3 - 9:33 pm

  We bought it back in June of 06 with 131,000 miles on it, it now has 171,000. It was purchased as an extra vehicle for my wife who has tried her hardest to kill it. She has been in three accidents one of them quite serious, we fixed it and it runs and drives great. I change the oil every 5,000 with synthetic of course. I do it myself to save money. It does have some of the leaky issues and the drivers side window is testy, but to its credit its almost 10 years old been put through the ringer by my wifes poor driving skills, and believe me, if you only knew. It is an awesome vehicle. Worth every penny. I wouldnt hesitate to buy another Audi. It takes a lickin and keeps on tickin.