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 pmUpdate 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 amThis 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 pmSecond 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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Almost in love.... - 2008 Audi A6
By dwmmlm - June 6 - 7:19 pmThe car is a beautiful style and handsome even 4 years after its birth. Interior is top notch and I even prefer it to the 2012 loaner A6 I am driving this week. Fuel economy is outstanding and the car just glides at 90mph. However, the CVT transmission is quirky and I would opt for the Quattro next time around. Car is sluggish off the mark and much of that is around the CVT. I had it in twice this year for rough idle and jerky driving when cold. Also, Audi refuses to update their software in a timely manner for the Media Center and is behind the curve of technology despite what the commercials tell you. Remote doesnt roll down windows and no streaming music from your phone to Bluetooth.
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58k miles and still GREAT - 2008 Audi A6
By docwoods - April 27 - 4:36 pmThis 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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Frustrating - 2008 Audi A6
By johnc8551 - January 14 - 9:41 amThis is my first experience wiuth Audi after owning Volvos, SAABs, and BMWs. I bought the car this past summer with 32K miles on the Audi CPO program. The brakes are touchy/grabby, but Ive learned thats a common trait with the A6, and Ive learned to live with it and adjust. At 36K miles, the engine quit in traffic, and I had to have it towed to the dealer for repair. It turned out to be a faulty low fuel pressure sensor, and this was repaired under warranty. The following week, a simple daylight running light bulb went out, and this an only be repaired at the dealer!
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Bought New - My 3rd and best A-6 - 2008 Audi A6
By Douglas - November 22 - 2:00 amThis 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 amBought 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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Not sure if its worth it - 2008 Audi A6
By audiowner - September 19 - 2:00 amAmazing car to drive in the winter. The car looks great and is subtle but still turns heads. Great sound system and love the rear heated seats. But, the reliability on this car is horrible. Ive never been to a dealership this many times. The check engine light has come on today for the 7th time in the last two years. I dont care what the excuse is, a new 50k car should not have these kind of problems this early on with this few miles. Im getting annoyed with this car, despite its capabilities during the winter. I wish Honda could just buy out their quattro awd system. Itd be the perfect marriage.
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Poor Audi Quality - 2008 Audi A6
By JWW - September 16 - 2:00 amI am not impressed with Audi build quality or reliability. In the first month of ownership, I had to have the dealer replace a howling power steering pump. The car has a sunroof water leak that the dealer cant fix. The floor gets wet in a hard rain storm. Otherwise, performance and handling are quite good as are the electronics on the car.
