2019 Audi A6 Review: Iron Man's Tech-Filled Daily Driver

Although it may not look like it, the 2019 Audi A6 is a massive departure from the car it replaces.
Under the hood, the supercharged V6 has been replaced by a 3.0-liter turbocharged unit with a 48-volt mild hybrid system. This new powerplant produces 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque and improved fuel economy of 22/29/25 mpg city/highway/combined. With a massive fuel tank, we were able to eke out well over 400 miles of range and over 31 mpg on the highway.
The A6 isn't overly engaging to drive thanks to light steering and a lack of driver involvement but this can all be forgiven because of how well the suspension handles bumps. We drove the A6 over torn up roads and the car handled it beautifully.
Inside, the A6 features a simple, tech-focused interior with a new touchscreen MMI interface. Voice commands are among the best we've ever tested and really make you feel like Tony Stark talking to the AI in his Iron Man suit.
With a starting price of $58,900 and an as-tested price of $70,490, the A6 is a compelling choice in the mid-size luxury category.
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[@KSCummins6.7L]

Love the review, definitely makes me want one, but would a used on with 41k on it for say around $32,000 worth the buy for an everyday driver?

[@OMRI1234567890]

Very good looking car

[@michaelmunin5819]

Nice review!! I live in the northeast and was concerned about the ride quality of 20 inch sport package and light snow handling. Seems like you had no issues with either. Correct? One other question-if you shift down from drive to sport, does that do the same thing as using the Dynamic setting?

[@JaredRosenholtz]

No, one only affects the transmission. The Dynamic setting adjusts other things like throttle mapping.

[@carbuzzcom]

Snow was ZERO issue. This car is a tank.

[@carbuzzcom]

Ask us anything about the 2019 Audi A6!

[@carbuzzcom]

@whosERUPT Thanks for subscribing! 0-60 is about 5 seconds. The exhaust doesn't really sound great on this car, surprisingly. Be sure to check out our full written review here: carbuzz.com/reviews/2019-audi-a6-test-drive-review-a-21st-century-magic-carpet-ride

[@ONI1013.]

Any reports of sunroof noise issues or lower MMI touchscreen buttons non-responsive?? I have the new A6 for about 3 weeks now and have both these issues.

[@carbuzzcom]

@@ONI1013. not on the one we tested. The bottom screen requires you to press pretty hard until you feel it vibrate.

[@ONI1013.]

CarBuzz - Thanks for the follow up. Mine doesn’t require a such a “hard” press for top and bottom screen, but I have my haptic touch feedback setting on “light”. It’s just the lower half part of the bottom screen goes out from time to time where it’s completely non-responsive.

[@wallacelux]

I’m just bought one .. what can you advise for power improvements and exhaust sound ? I’d like more power and acceleration.. it is a 45tfsi 2019 thanks in advance!

[@cutflow2]

Maintenance?

[@MrLeonidas123]

just wondering....do u know chris hansen?

[@anjadhussain]

Has this got the black optic package on it?

[@carbuzzcom]

This car did not.

[@acm1pt374]

I already trained my brain to shut the stupid start-stop off as soon as the RPM settle down, which is when it allows you to. If anyone knows how to permanently turn it off please let me know.

[@naren_live]

Is there an app for remote start on 2019 models? Anyone know?

[@ONI1013.]

You never showed the front AND passenger massage seats (my fave) or the soft door close. It’s also interesting bc teh trim you showed at 17:56 is different car tha then one at 18:30. 🤣

[@kristofferjames8830]

No powertailgate?

[@JimLatp]

The power tailgate is included with the prestige build

[@acm1pt374]

I just spent $68k on a 2.0T Premium Plus, for that money the power tailgate should be standard lol.

[@speedmaster001]

@@acm1pt374 I think it is on one of the options. I have the 2.0 I4 and it comes with power lift gate either through the fob or foot sensor.

[@cleanasdirt6832]

I currently have a 2017 A6 competition s-line. I absolutely love this vehicle, with exception of tight rear seating with child car seats, I have no complaints. I’m curious about the touch screens and fingerprints.🇨🇦

[@ONI1013.]

Dwayne Rose - I actually carry a soft cloth used for glasses that I keep next to phone charger compartment and wipe the screens periodically, bc they will attract fingerprints. What you may be more worried about is the lower touchscreen becoming non-responsive randomly. It’s happened 4 times on me already and I’ve owned this car less than a month.

[@carbuzzcom]

Fingerprints were pretty bad over just one week. Audi did give us a handy cloth in the center console to wipe it down.

[@jmm1817]

Good for you. I honestly believe it's the best looking car on the road. I've been eyeing this car for the last couple years kind of a little fearful to make a move because of the whole German car stigma costly repairs thing. Never owned a German or luxury car. But now looking at these and Lexus sedans and the RX. If you don't mind just curious are you planning on keeping it long-term or just like a few years on a lease or buy and sell before warranty is up to avoid any potential headaches?

[@cleanasdirt6832]

JM M with the exception of a recall for a sensor, I’ve only had oil change service (I purchased the maintenance program). I have the extended warranty which gets me into 2023. My plan is to keep it long term, but may sell it in 2022 so the buyer would have peace of mind having a year of warranty. This is by far, the best sedan I’ve owned. It’s so quiet on the road, lots of power and a beast in the snow.For German cars that I’ve own, Audi, BMW and 3 Porsches, I’ve only had work done on the BMW, and that was under a thousand $.i hope this answers your question.🇨🇦

[@jmm1817]

@@cleanasdirt6832 thank you very much Dwayne I appreciate your perspective. Im a solid six figure earner and I'm quite tired of driving my wife's RAV4 on the weekends when we go out. We're great savers and investors but being overtly frugal can also be boring😄😄😄

[@LIBERTYMarkAaron]

Pretty sure that engine isn’t shared with the A4

[@Kxkv423]

He is correct. The a4 part was wrong but it is essentially the same engine as the s4 but the s4 is tuned to give it more hp

[@georgecostanza2695]

This is supposed to be a luxury sedan... why would you want it to be sportier?

[@carbuzzcom]

It's a sports sedan. Other cars in this segment can do luxury AND sport (like the 5 Series and E-Class). This one is just lacking in the sporty category.

[@soorma5304]

Nice Passat

[@carbuzzcom]

MUCH nicer than a Passat.

[@bxp1696]

Zip it Soorma. Save the dumb comments unless you have any Audi ownership experience.

[@MattZCanada]

I guess Bentayga is a nice Audi A4 then?

[@jmm1817]

@@bxp1696 LOL great comment. I honestly believe the Audi sedans are the best looking cars on the road. Every time I drive past when I'm taking double and triple looks. Just curious I'm in the market for either and Audi or Lexus sedan or possibly go with that Lexus RX I've never had a German or luxury car what is your perspective on potential long-term maintenance issues that I tend to hear about on German vehicles, Is it wise to only keep German cars only three or four years till warranty is up? Thank you for any feedback.

[@BenDover-ed4rm]

Audi needs to get these cars on the road !!! Nobody is driving them cause Audi programs are Terrible Bmw and Benz are destroying Audi In Numbers!!!!! Maybe audi can come off their high horse and come back to reality nobody is paying 700s for an a 6 4 cylinder

[@carbuzzcom]

This one has a turbo V6. But yes, Audi's are not inexpensive.

[@BenDover-ed4rm]

And they want top dollar the leases suck audi needs to be like bmw to enter the game

[@HDFoxra]

wtf is up with people and their potato mics and cameras trying to do a 'review' of this car? D:

[@yeongtuckseng5340]

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[@mrlivewire8545]

Stopped watching at 6 min. I got Tired of looking at you talk. I wanted to see the car.

[@carbuzzcom]

We don't like looking at ourselves either. We don't blame you!

[@speedmaster001]

@@carbuzzcom LOL 😂 😂 love your response.

[@BenDover-ed4rm]

Bmw 5 series blows that away

[@speedmaster001]

BMW - the ultimate oil leak and oil burning machine LOL