1998 Audi A6 Quattro review from North America
"Great car, sparse dealer network. Nonpareil quality!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There were no problems of any kind (a couple of manufacturer's recalls) until after the car went of warranty (50,000) miles, at which time the computerized interior temperature display started flashing intermittently - all functions are normal, however.
General comments?
The most amazingly stable and controllable car on icy roads I have ever driven - it is actually fun to drive under adverse conditions, when other cars (including my 4wd Jeep) leave one shaking from near-loss of control.
The only negatives about the car are poor power (more powerful engines are now optional), and the seats, initially very comfortable, tend to cause low back pain after an hour or so behind the wheel - this, despite a plethora of adjustment functions. Astoundingly capacious trunk. Lots of headroom. Warm weather package a definite boon.
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  | Avoid, just not worth the trouble |
| Doing the best with the material I have |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 - 5V Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 10 miles |
| Most recent distance | 61000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 7th January, 2002 |