Is a used Audi A6 the best daily driver for sub $30,000?

[@GermanCarGuyMN]

Glad to see you uploading here again! You’re combining my two favorite things- cars and tech!

[@themiddlelanelm]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@serdarozen8941]

​@@themiddlelanelm is it possible to display the speed limit on the virtual cockpit when you are on full or smaller nav view mode (so you are driving using the car's gps and nav sw). Can you then view the speed limits on the roads that you are driving thru?

[@WPman911]

I drive a 2022 Audi A6 Allroad, I can confirm that the V6 is great. The highway MPG is around 33-35 at 75 MPH and with the air ride suspension it rides and drives like a dream.

[@CooperJackToys]

Great to have you back on this channel, Luke! 🚙

[@chrism869]

man ,for less than 30k ,thats a good buy especially since its very modern and has a lot of safety features.

[@keith.s7139]

I drove one of these a few months ago, beautiful interior and the drive was actually fairly sporty for such a big sedan. I really liked it

[@chrism869]

@@keith.s7139 nice, i mean for that kind of money its a lot of car, I mean the 4cyl variant is powerfull enough but the v6 would be my choice, just a much nicer engine in my opinion

[@Imarida2]

In the 4 years it takes to pay the car off you will have $10000 more in repair bills Terrible car

[@chrism869]

@@Imarida2 modern audis aren't like that tho

[@LivingTheDream77]

@@chrism869they definitely are. Thats why you only buy these cars with extended warranty

[@XxZannexX]

Great to see more vids on the channel. Looking forward to seeing your next one

[@themiddlelanelm]

More to come!

[@thd-computer1780]

To explain something: Yes, It takes 1 or 2 seconds to go from kickdown to full acceleration. The cause of this is the DSG (Dual Clutch Transmission) which technically cannot skip gears so it's forced to go through all gears until it can close the target clutch again and transmit the power. That's a technical downside of a Dual Clutch Transmission. Other than that a DSG is much faster than a regular Automatic Gearbox. Greetings from Germany ;)

[@onecleangti]

had a 2023 for a rental for two weeks, including weekend in north carolina recently. was the 2.0T and I thought it was a fantastic car. super quiet, well refined, software was quick and never locked up. really sad to turn it back in

[@67vijaykumar]

You can get an ECU tune from APR or Unitronic for less $1000 bucks and get additional 60HP. Will make up for not having a V6 and still have the same MPG.

[@christerman]

I sold these for a long time. I was always skeptical of tunes. If it was such a slam dunk, why didn't they put them on the cars at the factory? Hard to believe squeezing out another 25% power from the same engine won't cut into its life. I would really like to hear what your thoughts are.

[@NERDLYFE-es9ef]

​@@christermanbig facts, get the v6

[@ST-nc3gm]

actually it's not just a fancy VW Passat. The A6 is not on the MQB plaform. And if I'm not mistaken, the A6 engine is longitudinally mounted and not transverse.

[@MisterTee]

Correct

[@nigel-Rollercam-channel]

I'm still driving a 1993 Audi V8 4.2L, I love Audi's of any era. However the maintenance after they are out of warranty is a concern. I also like to poke fun at Audi , while I know the the 4 rings represent the 4 different manufacturers that were brought together to form Audi, but, I like to think that it is a reminder of how many wheels belong on the car, or how many shots the engineers had before making repair items very inaccessible, lastly if you put any number in front of the 4 rings it could represent a future repair bill. I love your videos on apple and automotive, Thank you!

[@themiddlelanelm]

😆

[@stevewaller6577]

Had a Passat as a rental, super ride, quite and limo like.

[@CharlesRedstone]

4:25 has a lot of meme potential, great review by the way.

[@inspector4133]

I have, essentially, that same engine in my 2019 A5. It's just a solid workhorse. Decent HP and performance, with very good mileage and fun factor. It's not Ferrari fast, but it's way more comfortable than most sports cars and eminently useful as a daily driver with the potential for some fun weekend road carving up its sleeve.

[@Ivaschuk94]

Not bad video at all, but as owner of similar '21 A6 45TFSI which I owned for 18 months have to comment a few things: 1) Your wheels are 20' inch, not 19 2) MMI version you have is 90% is up to date comparing to another cars in this segment and price category (MSRP), not sure what you need more other than a full screen wireless AppleCarPlay and any settings you wish in the MI. Those Audi currently selling in dealer ships have almost same version (A bit updated in 2024 with adding Amazon Alexa and a few more things which you probably won't use at all) 3) And mainly, NO, this car has nothing in common with VW Passat. - Engine in A6 is inline 4 with 248hp (or 261hp in 2022+ models) where Passat has completely diff and old version of EA888 which a) has less than 190hp (even with stage1 less than 230hp), b) while Audi's engine is Inline 4, Passat's is R4 in terms of position in engine bay - Transmission - Audi All wheels Drive Quattro Ultra S-tronic DL382 vs FWD on Toyota's classic AT - And other key points what Passat doesn't have compare to Audi: Mild-Hybrid System, 4-zone climate control, ventilated seats, real wood, modern laser headlights, cabin sound proofing, 16+ speaker audio system, overall build quality, leather and plastic materials, virtual cockpit is day and night diff too, and many other things. They even build in different countries: Audi is German made where is Passat is assembled in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Don’t get me wrong VW Passat is a great car and a new Audi A6 being twice as expensive as new VW Passat is more than fair price to ask. It comes more interesting when comparing 3+ years old Passat to similar aged A6, price difference is now about 10k for which you get a completely different car. IMO I will take 3yo A6 over any new Passat, Camry, Accord and any other similar vehicles, which I in fact did.

[@vagnerg3237]

im trying to get a 2020 a6 premium plus,any thoughts on it?ty

[@Ivaschuk94]

@@vagnerg3237 get as lower mileage as possible or maybe try to get 2021 model if you can. And I personally suggest to get one with .. forgot package name, but which includes ambient lighting inside, powered trunk and ventilated seats. This is where I saved money back 2 years ago and now regret as above features (plus a few more will be in that package). Love car, maintain well and time to give give it high revs. Peace.

[@vagnerg3237]

Thank my man appreciate that,drive safe brother!

[@deegreg6005]

@@Ivaschuk94premium plus with executive package or prestige. I just got 4 days ago a 21 55 tfsi premium plus with the executive package package. Had 20k miles and is immaculate inside outside.

[@Ivaschuk94]

@@deegreg6005 Prestige goes with V6 (55 TFSI) only, if you want good power, go for it. But personally I got 45 TFSI as it's good enough, great mpg, like in video almost 40mpg on freeways, plus 45 TFSI is more reliable, V6's have problems with Alternatives - ie 48v mild hybrid systems.

[@ettcha]

2:20 WTH kind of stabilised mount are you using??? Is it even the mount or is it the camera, the lens, post production or all of the above? 😂Have a friend who swore off of Audis for life, but I guess they are alright if they're still in their spring chicken phase with all scheduled maintenance done.

[@DanielRomero-zs9lq]

Mate, I stopped watching when you said it’s a Passat with an Audi badge. For your info, and specially if you’re going to make reviews on Audis, the A6 is manufactured on the MLB platform (shared with some suvs, A8, etc). It is manufactured in Neckarsulm and it has nothing to do with the passat apart from the engine they may share (in the US you have the turbo 3.0V6 under model 55 or the EA888 4cyl). The Passat is built under the MQB platform. Main difference for the non VAG people? The MQB runs transverse engines with or w/o awd, whereas the MLB runs longitudinal engines, and here is where you find the real quattro cars with potential for RWD bias. So driving dynamics are TOTALLY different. The model you have there, if it is quattro and it has a 4 cyl, has the newer quattro ultra that replaced the central torsen for a central diff coupler with clutch packs to improve efficiency (yuck).

[@TheMrHaraldur]

yeeee isn't the ultra a front biased one as well vs the traditional quattro

[@tanveerkhalili5268]

But he's right. Audi and volkswagen use same platforms

[@DanielRomero-zs9lq]

@@TheMrHaraldurwell they have similar gearboxes but the central diff in a « real » quattro is a torsen. So ultra is front wheel biased because it is really using clutch patches to engage the real diff on demand.

[@DanielRomero-zs9lq]

@@tanveerkhalili5268yes they do… but not for the old A4/A5/A6/A7. As I stated, thet ran ob MLB and not MQB as the passat. The A3 shared the MQB with the Golf for example (as it does with the Passat, Octavia, Superb, Leon, etc). As of now, with the new EVs and ICE models, A7 and A5 will run on the PPC platform (shared with Porsche), whereas A4 and A6 will be EVs running on the PPE, so distancing even more with regards to platforms as per my original statement. To be super clear: you drive a Passat vs an A6, the dynamics are totally different. As different as if you drive and RS3 or an RS5!

[@marjanoviccc]

I LOVE your content, first tech, and now cars! What's next?

[@AppleTrack]

Very pretty car 😍😍

[@AppleTrack]

And host 😊😊😊

[@themiddlelanelm]

teehee 🤭

[@thescavwithnothingtolose1224]

I really want to pick up a 55 TFSI A6 PP or Prestige. Test drove a few and couldn't find the right one. I think I'll wait a year or two and scoop one up

[@angelo_giachetti]

4:26 'rock solid' while the seat is moving around several inches.

[@patrickwong57]

What about the reliability and maintenance costs? A6 line has a history of issue records...

[@isimonsez]

Anyone who calls it just a VW have not driven one. I’ve had both and the driving dynamics and quality of an Audi is above what you get on a Jetta or Passat

[@Elm98]

Had my c7 a6 for two years now. Bought it with 59k miles for 17k. No issues whatsoever in two years. oil changes are a little more expensive, but overall repair cost have been ZERO. Maybe I got lucky but it’s been the best car I’ve ever had.

[@technocatdance]

Just have to keep in mind that the repair bills will be ALOT higher when you go BMW, Mercedes, or Audi ..not to mention the value they lose..for most ppl a lexus is a better choice for luxury that is reliable,and they hold their value for quite a long time!! Just something to keep in mind if your worried about maintenance bills

[@christerman]

Of course, you have to drive the Lexus and sort of position yourself as a sort of sell-oiut. Why not just buy a used Avalon and save even more?

[@HS99876]

Totally agree, very nice car, initial price is very high but used price is a bargain, again being a luxury German car, with high maintenance costs, keep buyers away. I am getting a used( 2019 top trim) one soon, hopefully pick it up next week.

[@drewk2315]

I own an 23 A6 4-Cyl and I’m loving it. Design in every aspect is functional and it’s meant for a comfortable ride as opposed to sporty oriented , if you appreciate luxury- A6 is great choice! Japanese cars would never compare ,Germans nail the driver experience, design with a piece of mind in everything. Exceptional review by the way , i think if I did a review on mine it would be exact same 😃

[@valramos2003]

Hi Luke How much is the insurance?

[@hanspeter24]

this ain’t a badge glorified passat as you stated cuz the passat is based in a front wheel drive plattform whereas the a6 is based on a rear wheel drive one

[@SN-hn9zi]

Let’s be honest doesn’t matter if it looks like a Passat

[@hanspeter24]

true yeah @@SN-hn9zi

[@elaironen8592]

Crazy you are recording this with an iPhone 11 (or 12) I think it’s an 11

[@christerman]

I have this car. 2019 2.0 Premium with 20" wheels. I leased it in December of 2019 from the dealership where I worked. Screaming deal at the time. Residual was 28K (I did a 7500 mile/year lease, so it bumped up the resid by 3% compared to standard). Same basic question: What could I replace it with for $28K? The car is fantastic. Is it a rocket? No, but at 67 years old, so what. I have had it up to 120 mph and it felt fine. I am at 40, 000 miles as I come up on my 5th year anniversary. The driver's rear door lock is not working as of this past week. Glad I got a service contract as the warranty is gone! Would I buy it again? Absolutely.

[@Tigerex966]

The rlx hybrid shawd krell audio is a great lucury perfoan e sleeper buy.

[@HoffiKnoffi]

Living in Ingolstadt Germany, you can expect to see a third of the cars you can see are Audi high end vehicles costing at least 70-80k lmao, it’s always funny to see visitors reactions when they come here

[@johnsingleton1924]

This A6 is Absolutely NOTHING LIKE A DAMN VW PASSAT. I OWNED a 2020 Passat, now a 2022 A6. Completely different car, different feel, it's quicker, and the it takes curves unlike anything in its class, quattro is amazing better than the 4 motion of VW & I can't even speak on the innovations and options. I happen to also own the top line PRESTIGE, Premium Plus is not the best trim level...too many ppl wit cameras and opinions.

[@GabrielGonzalez-ih9yw]

I agree. I held out for a A6 CPO Prestige and I'm happy I did. Love the heads up display and and soft close doors.

[@ryanfraley7113]

What's maintenance cost on that A6? Any research I do points out that German cars fall apart after five years. My 2017 Camry still drives like new at 57,000 miles.

[@Elm98]

I have a feeling a lot of the repair craze over German cars is due to their customers. Most people buy them and rip them apart, redline them any chance they get, smash brakes, and when stuff breaks they blame the car. I’ve had my a6 for 2 years now and yeah I have fun with it but I drive like a normal person 99% of the time and have never had anything go wrong. I just hit 90k miles on it

[@saz-646]

@@Elm98do you have a 2.0t c7? I own a c7 also with 2.0t and had to replace water pump due to leaking coolant at 65k and front control arms and struts at 67k bushings on the arms were worn and the shock absorbers were done for. I also drive normally, but I’m surprised you didn’t have a repair need from 59k miles to 90k miles i’d call it lucky. Now a coming up maintenance is replacing rotors because they developed groovers and have glazed. Oh and i replaced axles because outer cv joints were clunking on turns (it’s a fwd) and symptoms showed up at 50k i want to say…

[@drw1926]

@@saz-646you’re complaining because you have 70k-plus miles on your A6, and it’s time to replace your brakes? Exactly how long do you expect them to last?

[@rodrigocalix8871]

What about the Genesis G80? Granted, the 2021+ models are still not quite at $30k, but I would consider the G80 to be much more luxurious and bespoke than the Audi, especially with the G80 being rear-wheel drive.

[@robgreenstein5917]

Run for the hills on the A6. Look at what it will cost for future repairs. Audi's are extremely expensive for upkeep.

[@knightmarel]

How different is it from A4/A5?

[@christerman]

Very different. More spacious, plusher ride, quieter. More standard gear.

[@tdrg_]

Luke remembered his Middle Lane channel password :)

[@noelsaw]

You can get a used 2014-2015 Lexus LS460 F-Sport with less than 100k miles for around $25k. What does that get you? 385 hp V8, 6 piston Brembo front calipers, Mark Levinson premium stereo, 19” BBS forged wheels, Torsen limited slip differential and air suspension. The air suspension will eventually be a very pricey fix when it fails but there are conversion kits to change it to a regular suspension. I have one of these and I used to have an Audi before. The Audi ended up being a money pit in the end. Almost any used high end luxury car is going to cost you some $ when you first buy it to catch up on any “deferred” maintenance the previous owner chose not to do. 😂

[@drw1926]

Funny you mention the Lexus LS and money pit in the same post. That particular gen of LS is a well-known maintenance nightmare.

[@lane6542]

dont forget, for some reason you could also get the 2 liter in the q7 lol

[@christerman]

I sold a 2.0 Q7 to a lady. She loved it. Sort of a unicorn car. Loaded to the gills, but had the 2.0. Don't recall how we got it. Probably a dealer trade.

[@L0p3s]

If you love the RWD experience go to the 5 series no doubt. But the A6 is not a Passat. Not even the A4 is based on the Passat. The A4 and A6 have dedicated platforms and Audi does a stellar job in their cars. The fit and finish is Miles better then a Passat. Yes, the 2l turbo gas engine is shared with almost every VW group car (even a Golf), but this car deserves the V6 anyways.

[@jonathanhernandez4304]

I like them!

[@ericbauer4559]

I love the car but wouldn’t keep one outside of its warranty, but that’s true for any German make. The Germans expect you to spend the original value of the car in maintenance over the vehicles life. Secondly, completely agree about the interior quality vs bmw and MB. However, much more than a rebadged Passat in every way (except the engine itself). Speaking of, the 2.0l is cheaper and easier to maintain however, the 3.0 is a much better driver.

[@isimonsez]

Not my experience with 🇩🇪 cars

[@ericbauer4559]

@@isimonsez which is?

[@christerman]

For $5K, yes the 3.0 is a better driver.

[@Doshinkyo]

Yooo! Long time!

[@kirkc2426]

I think it is a great purchase for the money. You still have low miles on the car after three years.

[@1Pueblito]

I've had Passats, this is NOT the same.

[@jackMcRyder]

cool..., that engine is in an aircraft, huh? 😹

[@Sando23]

With less than 30k, I'd better buy an M3 e90 which is much more fun to drive.

[@christerman]

I doubt anyone looking at the A6 has the e90 on their radar.

[@MisterTee]

The notion that it’s a Passat isn’t accurate

[@dirk6136]

I rather have an A5 or A3 for a sportier ride.

[@Nine579]

Missed a very big detail, the reliability. Undeniably the worst part of any fancy German car is the extensive and expensive repair costs. The electronic door handles, cost a fortune to fix, and that’s just one example. To be fair, driving it around the city in a dry climate, similar to your use, will not make the vehicle as prone to repairs but if you are constantly driving on highways in snow, heavy rain, the electronics, no matter how well built, will eventually face the need to repair. While I do agree that an A6 is a spectacular car, making a review without factors that can substantially hurt a consumer looking to buy a vehicle, is not your level of quality. I’ve known you from Porsche builds and tech vids and an all around accredited channel but this video is slightly misleading.

[@mc_sim]

Until first major malfunction and you will regret buying this German sofa on a wheels. But I don’t expect that level of sanity and maturity from Apple fanboy. 😂

[@gadgetguy1379]

Holy moly this is a used bargain already?

[@hasanak4896]

I’d rather get a used tesla model 3

[@leonchen89]

Sorry to hear that.

[@morstyrannis1951]

That’s like comparing a fridge with a BBQ. You need a fridge but no one ever had any fun using it.