1997 Audi A6 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1997 Audi A6 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1997 Audi A6 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.8L 6-cylinder | 2.8L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.70 | $21.70 |
1997 Audi A6: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.8 L | 2.8 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 963 L (34 cu ft) | 963 L (34 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,350 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,340 | $4,340 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1997 Audi A6
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (17), equipment (2) and engine and engine cooling (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97V175000 | 1997-10-08 | air bags:frontal | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL. |
| 97V115000 | 1997-07-22 | seat belts:rear/other | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTORS MAY NOT LOCK PROPERLY WHEN ENGAGED, OR NOT REMAIN LOCKED AFTER BEING ENGAGED. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1997 Audi A6
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1997 Audi A6 for sale by us right now. Here is what to know about the 1997 Audi A6 before buying one.
Before you sign for the A6
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Owners filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, equipment and engine and engine cooling; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the specs mean
Its powertrain is the 2.8L 6-cylinder with all-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. With all-wheel drive, it pulls away more surely on slippery roads, though it does not stop any shorter.
The EPA rates it at 12.4 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 37 litres. For 1,000 km, budget about $217 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
The A6 in everyday use
Being a compact car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. In plain terms, its 963 litres of luggage space hold bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
A longer test drive
Rent the A6 for a week and see how it fits your life. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. A test week in the A6 tells you more than any review.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $217 at our price setting.
Which one to look for
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Within the 1997 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Questions first?
Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1997 Audi A6 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1997 Audi A6 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1997 Audi A6
Does CarmaCars sell the 1997 Audi A6?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1997 Audi A6 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1997 Audi A6 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1997 Audi A6 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4340.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.