AUDI A6 c7 Watch before buying | 0-60, buying guide, reliability, review.

In this episode, I review 2012 AUDI A6 c7. This v6 3.0 supercharged Audi is one of the best sedans you can buy for the money. Watch this before buying. I talk about driving and handling, interior and tech, common issues & reliability, and buying guide. If you liked the content, don't forget to like and subscribe.
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00:00 Walkaround
03:55 Tech specs Issues
11:12 Interior
15:13 Driving Handling
16:07 0-60 (0-100)
24:31 Owner interview

[@FUNNYVlDS]

I’m so glad I watched this you made me much more comfortable before going to go see one to buy, obviously look at the history first but with 90k miles I shouldn’t worry about much that makes me feel better… the entire review made me want the car even more 😂

[@jjchockey]

Just bought a 2013 3.0T with 152k miles on it for $8500 after taxes and fees. I wasn't particularly looking for this vehicle but when I heard what we took the car in for at my dealership and then I drove it I knew it was a no brainer. This example is a one owner and always dealer maintained. Drives absolutely fantastic. Deal of a lifetime. I have always LOVED this powertrain.

[@Bovuh]

so you got one for 60% cheaper than the lowest ones go for?

[@jjchockey]

@@Bovuh not quite. The cheapest one on Cargurus listed in the country at that time was $12,500 before tax. I work at a dealership so I got it at cost 😃

[@jjchockey]

@@Bovuh I did the motor mounts which made a world of difference for NVH and shift smoothness. It is burning a lot of oil but I don’t really care, I just keep a quart in the trunk and top it off every month. These motors are almost impossible to completely kill. My mom had an A4 1.8T that burned even more oil. She had to put a quart in every other week and drove it like that for 3 years. Most Audis burn oil lol.

[@EdgarGonzalez-on1wj]

Is the car expensive to maintain?

[@jjchockey]

@@EdgarGonzalez-on1wj Yes, However it is so cheap to begin with it really doesn't matter to me. People pay 30k just to rent (lease) an A6 for 3 years. Even if I spent $3,000 a year in maintenance (which I wont) it would still be less than half the cost of lease a New Audi once you account for resale value.

[@konzsteeds1783]

The best review I have seen on this vehicle WE thank you so much 🏁🏁🌅‼️

[@AccentOnCars]

Thank you for watching :) Appreciate that

[@onlygafabotwhatigafbout8495]

Just bought a 2018 love it

[@unlimitedsociety6421]

This guy is the best so far, In breaking down Audi, good and bad. Real talk thanks sir. I really did want to know about the transmission and oil leaks.

[@AccentOnCars]

Thanks a lot for watching and your feedback!

[@nohoesjose3713]

Great review! I’m sold on getting an Audi

[@AccentOnCars]

Thanks for watching!

[@Wooderson99]

Wow, what a fantastic review - much more detailed than I expected. The C7 A6 is a great platform, although I definitely prefer the sport package 3-spoke steering wheel and 20 inch wheels. Great video.

[@AccentOnCars]

I really appreciate the feedback. It is important. And thanks for watching.

[@handmade4674]

Indeed very detailed review and informative.

[@MarcBchannel]

Very good video. I will be looking for one soon. I've always liked these cars. I am a pretty good home mechanic so maintenance is no problem for me. The interiors are very nice. Very good cars

[@AccentOnCars]

Thank you for your kind words! I hope you find a good one and enjoy 🤝

[@user-ip9bs8oj3v]

This Car also has Nightvision ( the Camera you showed in the Audi Sign at the Front) ... in my opinion, amazing for a middle class salon from 2012. Greatings from Germany

[@AccentOnCars]

Absolutely agree! Greetings 🤝

[@cleanasdirt6832]

I currently own a 2017 A6 competition s-line, and have had it since new. There was a recall on the fuel rail, other than that, just regular service intervals. Absolutely love it, and plan on keeping it long term. 👍🇨🇦

[@AccentOnCars]

Excellent vehicle. Are you planning on tuning it?

[@cleanasdirt6832]

@@AccentOnCars I’m not into tuning cars. I’ve owned multiple Porsches, BMW, and kept all of them stock. I find the stock vehicle abilities more than enough to enjoy my drives through the provinces.

[@AccentOnCars]

I am the same way. But for 3.0 T Audi, I’d ECU tune it as the engine and transmission can hold increased power just fine :)

[@SaabStory636]

@@AccentOnCars Not only can it hold it but the gains are impressive, if you tune these cars from what I’ve seen on dyno videos is that you should either go with a stage 1 ecu and tcu tune or do the dual pulley tune. I have not seen much power difference with the single pulley tunes.

[@deandretaylor21]

You still got

[@geofreyg.mtensa4559]

This my best car Audi in the word

[@AccentOnCars]

Check out this RS5 video too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hH7ZiJZrl92pbM0

[@FUNNYVlDS]

Man I want to get one so bad but I have questions any way I can get in touch with the person showing this vehicle?

[@loubenedictvillaruel352]

Great review! Any chance you could compare A4 and A6? I have an A4 B6 and looking to upgrade to A6

[@AccentOnCars]

Thanks for watching. Let me know what questions you have? What are you looking in a car?

[@harrydelange1821]

I own the same car with all the option like this one plus keyless entry, tinted rear glasses, soft night interior lights and different head and taillights (but not dynamic turn signal units like the newer C7.5 facelift lift model). It's a 2013 US model with the 8 gear tiptronic. The EU version has the 7 gear DSG gearbox (gasoline), diesels has the 8 tiptronic too. I can say that is a very very nice car. The list-price with al the options was 108.000 Eu. I think equally to abt. 100.000 USD. I am going upgrade this car with a 3 spoke steering wheel, mine is also heated and maybe I am gonna lower the suspension 30-40 mm with a Koni adjustable set (US models has standard suspension, EU models standard has the 20 mm lowered suspension on the 3.0 and S-Line has a 30 mm lowered suspension). Oh btw mine is also piano black high glossy coloured with an excellent coffee brown leather interior and seats with wood finishing dashboard and panels.

[@AccentOnCars]

You’ve got a nice car! Is it tuned?

[@harrydelange1821]

@@AccentOnCars Not yet, bought the car in January and got a few issues with one of the cats and start/stop system but will be repaired under warranty. ECU tuning is also on my list... I have already purchased a 3 spoke S-Line heated steering wheel with gearswitches, they're difficult to find in Europe because 99% are not heated (my 4 spoke whats in it now is also heated).

[@Mrfearknowone]

Same but I have 2015..HUD.. rear shade package and also heated and cooled seats..not tuned..20 inch rims

[@AccentOnCars]

Nice 😎

[@lindamcgill8072]

Super love my Audi.....A6 . 2012..supercharge

[@aditya.nanda95]

How's been the maintenance so far?

[@Eldot5]

I’m considering buying the same one but in a 2.0liter twin turbo. What would be your recommendation in that regard? I’m getting some advice that there are potentially many electric problems.

[@AccentOnCars]

I have Q5 review and A5 review on my channel. I talked about the 2.0 liter engine there a lot. In nutshell, 2013 and newer is the best. I wouldn’t worry about electronics that much but get the can checked prior to buying.

[@RUmata91]

Nice! Didn’t know it has a CarPlay! Did he install the aftermarket unit?

[@AccentOnCars]

Yes, he does. It's the wireless one too.

[@amamsa]

@@AccentOnCars do you know which after market unit it is?

[@AccentOnCars]

I don’t unfortunately. The owner said it was a module that plugs onto the factory unit and installation was easy. You should Google it.

[@johnhuerta5184]

i’m thinking about buying a 2012 Audi a6 3.0T Quattro Premium Sedan 4D, thing is it’s got 162k miles but it’s listed for 10k. I’m wondering if that’s too many miles on this car?

[@AccentOnCars]

If the car has strong maintenance history and wear and tear items have been replaced, then it should be fine. Obviously you still need to check it out. But because of the mileage selling it in the future might be a bit hard.

[@belminzvekic6]

Thinking of buying a 2012 3.0T with 133K miles. Maintained at dealer. Water pump and thermostat already replaced. Asking $5250. Thoughts? Will have PPI done as well.

[@AccentOnCars]

At that mileage the biggest items you should get it checked for are timing chain and various oil leaks.

[@belminzvekic6]

⁠@@AccentOnCarsYep getting a PPI done by Audi dealer. Think $5250 is a good deal if all checks out? Also, is the 2012 3.0T reliable? I know you mentioned 2013+ but assuming that’s only for the TFSI engines?

[@AccentOnCars]

I don’t know what the current market prices are but doesn’t sound too expensive. Yes, the major issues of 2012 are timing chain/guide, and piston rings if not serviced properly. But sounds like you found a good maintained car. Ask the dealer to go deeper and specifically check for those issues . Some places only check the suspension when you ask for PPI. Hope it all checkes out for you.

[@billyraygilmore2144]

I HAVE A 2014 AUDI S5 PRESTIGE GIVE ME SOME REVIEWS OR COMMENTS, HAD NO PROBLEM EXCEPT A STARTER, JUST GOT THE FCP EURO SUSPENSION KIT THAT I'M GOING TO INSTALL, I CHANGE THE OIL EVERY 6K MI. BUT SOMETIMES I GET THAT NOISE ,I HAVE 89K MI. RIGHT NOW,WHEN I BOUGHT IT IT HAD 51K ONE OWNER OUT OF MEMPHIS TN,GOSSETT AUDI DEALERSHIP IN 2018 ,OTHER THAN THAT I HAVE HAD PROBLEM!

[@viraksomethenbong5295]

Do you think the c7 A6 2013 with 2.0 tfsi engines reliable ?with 60k mile

[@AccentOnCars]

I think it will be more reliable than 2012. Service history is important.

[@viraksomethenbong5295]

@@AccentOnCars what is the average ownership cost for you?

[@AccentOnCars]

This is not my car. Towards the end of the video the owner talks about his ownership experience

[@colejohnson8155]

There’s a 2013 a6 3.0 with 60k miles will it still be reliable for a while? It’s 23k

[@AccentOnCars]

If it has a decent maintenance history and you can stay on top of maintenance then it will be reliable. Also, take it to an independent mechanic specializing in German cars and have them to do pre-purchase inspection.

[@AB-gt1yv]

Do 2013 models come with good extended warranty???

[@AccentOnCars]

You can’t get a dealer warranty. There are many aftermarket companies but you should be really careful as most of them are useless.

[@AdHominem888]

This does not have carbon build up issues.. has a double injection, ported and direct.. so you are clear there..

[@AccentOnCars]

From the research I had done, talking to mechanics and Audi USA I came to conclusion that 3.0 TFSI USA cars (especially early models like this) certainly didn’t have dual injection: direct only. Note: FWIW, Audi sent a letter out in 2013 to 2009-2012 3.0L and 2009-2013 3.0T TFSI engine owners announcing an extended 10 yr/120K mile warranty to include the cleaning of the Secondary Air Ports of carbon build-up.

[@AdHominem888]

I'm talking about valves deposit.. on that letter you bring up, they say at the end: The extended warranty would not include cleaning any carbon deposits in other areas of the engine including the valves or other problems that would cause the MIL to illuminate.

[@AccentOnCars]

Have you opened any of these up? Is yours a USA car? Did you see it had dual injection? I couldn’t find any proofs of that, but perhaps I just don’t know.

[@AdHominem888]

1) 3.0 TFSI engines (we're talking the supercharged 3.0L V6) does have dual injection in European motors only. The port fuel injector (x1) is introduced only in Europe to meet NOX emission standards. 2) This NOX restriction does not come into play in NA, so thus for us NA folks, the 3.0 TSI (we'll call it that for short) engine does NOT have a port fuel injector.

[@AdHominem888]

I tought every one was dual.. my bad.. As I looked, it seems only europeans has the dual inj sistem..

[@supertemplar3340]

Hey I'm buying 2015 A6 3.0T TFSI 86k mileage, is there anything that I should know before i buy it ?

[@AccentOnCars]

Pretty much the same things covered in the video apply. If it’s been cared for then you should be good. Get a pre-purchase inspection done and prepare couple of grands to deal with unexpected issues, and wear and tear items.

[@lucyfan1976]

If the car was properly maintained by Audi then it should be good. My A6 has been flawless with 125k. I have friends with 150k and one is approaching 190k. The car still drives amazing. They are well built solid cars.

[@kevinriordan7842]

Who is your contact for upper timing chain tensioner replacement? 2012 A-6, highly tuned (poor mans S-6) with 85K miles and purchased 6 years ago with 17K miles.

[@AccentOnCars]

Are you close to southern NH?

[@jesseluojus5253]

@22:17 my man ran a stop sign😭

[@AccentOnCars]

Did I? 😂

[@jesseluojus5253]

@@AccentOnCars i'm sorry it was at 22:07 😂😂😂

[@HonkIfYoureSad]

If a VAG car isn't wasting oil, it's because there's no oil in the engine.

[@AccentOnCars]

Lol 😂

[@cutflow2]

What years to get 3.0 tfsi

[@AccentOnCars]

I answered that in the video. Late 2013 manufacturing year and above.

[@onlygafabotwhatigafbout8495]

2018

[@zureai]

​@@AccentOnCarsso I should stay away from 2012 ones

[@AccentOnCars]

I don’t want to make a strong recommendation, but as I said in the video, certain issues were solved/improved in later years. I hope it helps 👍

[@zureai]

@AccentOnCars sorry I mustve missed it. Was watching this last night. Would you have a time stamp where you talked about the model years

[@superjetnorcal]

How did he get Apple car play

[@AccentOnCars]

There are adapters sold online that you can add on the back of the head unit.

[@boomshakalakkkaa5097]

Can I get a6 under 10 k

[@cambamsuperman]

Would it be a bad idea to buy this car right at 100k miles? Of course I would get the vehicle checked out by trusted mechanics but does anyone have advice for higher mileage on this vehicle?

[@AccentOnCars]

I share my opinion in the video and what to look out for. For the right car with right price I’d say go for it.

[@lucyfan1976]

If the car was dealer maintained and everything done preventative and the car well cared for then yes. After owning Audi's including this very A6, you have to maintain but the car is bulletproof. This is one of their best engines and they will last well in to 250-300K.

[@AccentOnCars]

I agree with you except for “dealer maintained” statement. Dealers are too expensive and not always the most knowledgeable tech works on your car. The best is to find an indy who really knows VAG cars well.

[@lucyfan1976]

@@AccentOnCars Agreed. If you can find someone who really knows their VAG cars That works well too. Its funny, I work on all my cars and enjoy it. But with Audi I was buying the Audi care after the initial 3 years. I know it is not cheap but they did everything. They would do brake fluid every 2 years, differentials etc. Some stuff was overkill but they keep the car running great. I remember my 50K service was everything and anything. Plugs, belts, supercharger belt and all sorts of fluid changes. In the end I thought the convenience and doing it right worked out. Plus the loaner cars are great and when they are done they are done. Its no rush!

[@brandonmorales4373]

I’m thinking about buying a 2013 A6 3.0t tsfi with 133,000…should I go for it??

[@AccentOnCars]

Check maintenance history to make sure it was taken care of. Test drive it. Then find a mechanic that primarily works with German cars and have them to do pre-purchase inspection for you. If all checks out, I’d buy without much hesitation.

[@brandonmorales4373]

@@AccentOnCars I test drove it today it, as seller was backing out it was blowing faint white smoke, opened the hood it had a coolant leak, seller said they’ll fix it but idk should I ????

[@AccentOnCars]

I can’t give you buy vs no buy advice without seeing the car. Consider price, your willingness to deal with broken things, etc. Get it checked out if you think it’s a good deal.

[@mountains889]

audi never recommends trans service which is crap - I will say it took my "08 to reach 180K miles before slipping, but have driven it another 30k without it getting much worse - just not that happpy when cold

[@AccentOnCars]

I agree. “Sealed for life” is a BS. Did yours last those miles with or without tran service?

[@Dxrik]

i get 14 mpg with c7 A6 lmao

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[@johnymendieta4025]

are you betraying the mercedes w212 e63? Hahah. Audi is a great brand. But it is VW.

[@AccentOnCars]

No, I only cheated on AMG with Audi over the weekend 😂

[@Mayweathersdabest]

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[@larryz3985]

Lol under 4 seconds is not happening with a simple tune.. its almost a rebuild... good luck with that..

[@cartere9981]

Look it up they can get well over 100 horsepower from stage 2/3 tunes even more then that if you do other upgrades they can be over 500 hp

[@cartere9981]

People been doing it to these motors for 10 years almost now

[@jjchockey]

Their are people getting under 4 seconds 0-60 with just an ECU and TCU tune. "Almost a rebuild" Their are people running 3.3 0-60 and 10.9 1/4 with the stock motor and supercharger. These cars react extremely well to mods.

[@robertdaone]

Not when it comes to force induction cars. You can get big gains with bolts on and a good tune. Plenty of ones doing under 4 secs by going this route.

[@larryz3985]

@@jjchockey lol.... I don't think you understand or get the point. .lol I I've seen buckets Hondas with all tunes swaps go fast at dragtrip no back seats harness belts roll cage you can do what ever you want to a car... lol and end up with 7mpg.. in gas milage lol omg 😆 🤣 😂 😹.

[@benardndoj7729]

worst transmission ever made...hate audi automatic transmisions

[@Todd.T]

Audi transmission? It's a ZF8 with a torque converter presentt in many other brands and highly tunable. Maybe you are confused with a DSG found in European A6s and North American S4/S5/S6. The RS6 and RS7 use a higer torque version of the ZF8. Mine is running a tune from this guy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/amTOnXuiebOghpY

[@benardndoj7729]

@@Todd.T i dont know i talk from my experience ...audi must make a better automatic transmision ...the audis from 2005 to 2013 are not worthy...im not talking for rs6 and stuff...i talk for common audis...you can see the value of cars..audi a6 2013 have the same price as golf mk6 2012

[@AccentOnCars]

DSG was problematic. Zf8 is solid 🤝 This is true about all VAG cars.

[@Todd.T]

@@benardndoj7729 If it’s the same transmission I think it is, it was a six speed. The 8 speed ZF is available in versions that handle different amounts of power, but seem to operate the same. I had a 6 speed auto in my 2006 A6 4.2 and the 8 speed is way better and highly tunable. The RS6 transmission has higher torque capacity than the A6. That is all. The newer ones from 2019 up are 7spd DSG, but there seems to be way less complaints about them. My friend’s A4, which has an engine tune only, shifts quite fast. I have not driven a new A6, seven speed DSG yet.

[@benardndoj7729]

@@AccentOnCars some say dsg is good some say dsg is not good but all i can say as normal audi user( not mechanic) is that audis suck in automatic transmision until 2013 ...i had audi a4 audi a6 and audia7 and my golf5 was beter then all of them in automatic transmision