1998 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 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 9 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.4 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 9
For sale
We do not have a 1998 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.
1998 Audi A6 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.8L 6-cylinder | 2.8L 6-cylinder | 2.8L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.7 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 291 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.70 | $21.70 | $22.93 |
1998 Audi A6: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.8 L | 2.8 L | 2.8 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 23 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 963 L (34 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,350 | US$4,350 | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,340 | $4,340 | $4,586 |
| Dimension | A6 4dr Sedan 2.8 Fwd | A6 4dr Sedan 2.8 Quattro | A6 4dr Sedan Awd Quattro 3.0 | A6 4dr Sedan Fwd 2.8 | A6 4dr Sedan Fwd Quattro 3.0 | A6 4dr Sedan Quattro 2.8 | A6 4dr Sedan Quattro 3.0 | A6 Base 4dr Sedan 3.0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4.88 m (192 in) | 4.88 m (192 in) | 4.88 m (192 in) | 4.88 m (192 in) | 4.88 m (192 in) | 4.88 m (192 in) | 4.88 m (192 in) | 4.88 m (192 in) |
| Width | 1.81 m (71 in) | 1.81 m (71 in) | 1.81 m (71 in) | 1.81 m (71 in) | 1.81 m (71 in) | 1.81 m (71 in) | 1.81 m (71 in) | 1.81 m (71 in) |
| Height | 1.45 m (57 in) | 1.45 m (57 in) | 1.45 m (57 in) | 1.45 m (57 in) | 1.45 m (57 in) | 1.45 m (57 in) | 1.45 m (57 in) | 1.45 m (57 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.76 m (109 in) | 2.76 m (109 in) | 2.76 m (109 in) | 2.76 m (109 in) | 2.76 m (109 in) | 2.76 m (109 in) | 2.76 m (109 in) | 2.76 m (109 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,575 kg (3,472 lb) | 1,680 kg (3,704 lb) | 1,780 kg (3,924 lb) | 1,615 kg (3,560 lb) | 1,615 kg (3,560 lb) | 1,650 kg (3,638 lb) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lb) | 1,595 kg (3,516 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. 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 1998 Audi A6
- NHTSA lists 9 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 130 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel system (40), service brakes (20) and vehicle speed control (18). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V056000 | 2020-01-31 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 TT Roadster, 2000 TT Coupe, 1999 Audi A8, 1998-2000 Audi A6, and 1999-2000 Audi A4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing... |
| 06V198000 | 2006-06-05 | electrical system | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HALOGEN LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS, CERTAIN CONNECTOR PINS IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONNECTOR COME INTO CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT. NOTE: VEHICLES WITH XENON LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT AFFECTED BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT IN THESE VEHICLES CONTAINS A FUSE, WHICH... |
| 04V495000 | 2004-10-12 | vehicle speed control | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.8L, V6 5-VALVE ENGINES, AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, WHILE DRIVING DURING EXTREMELY LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES THE THROTTLE MAY FREEZE IN AN OPEN POSITION DUE TO ICE ACCUMULATING IN THE THROTTLE BODY. |
| 04V133000 | 2004-03-18 | electrical system | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF A DRIVER'S KNEES PUSH AGAINST THE KNEE BOLSTER (CRASH ELEMENT) LOCATED UNDER THE DASHBOARD, IT CAN CONTACT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WIRING HARNESS, AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR. |
| 01V157000 | 2001-05-03 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SULFUR IN FUEL INTERACTS WITH CERTAIN ADDITIVES FOUND IN WIDELY AVAILABLE GASOLINE CAUSING SULFUR TO BECOME DEPOSITED ON THE CONTACT POINTS OF THREE FUEL SENDING UNITS MOUNTED INSIDE THE FUEL TANK. THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL GAUGE TO READ FULL WHILE THE FUEL TANK MAY NOT IN... |
| 99V248000 | 1999-09-13 | steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE RODS OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ARE PROTECTED ON EACH SIDE BY A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE AND DUST PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME TIE ROD SEALS MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY. |
| 99V058000 | 1999-03-22 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH QUATTRO DRIVE SYSTEM WHICH EMPLOYS A FUEL AND FUEL VAPOR LEAK DETECTION SYSTEM. IF THE VEHICLE IS REFUELED SHORTLY AFTER THE ENGINE IS STARTED, AND IS KEPT RUNNING WHILE BEING REFUELED, THE FUEL VAPOR RECOVERY SYSTEM COULD PRODUCE SUFFICIENT BACK PRESSURE TO... |
| 98V134000 | 1998-06-22 | engine and engine cooling:cooling system | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE BACKFIRES DURING A COLD-START, AN AIR SCREEN WHICH IS LOOSELY SEATED IN THE AIR FLOW METER CAN BECOME DAMAGED. |
| 97V160000 | 1997-09-19 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING PRE-ASSEMBLY OF THE FUEL TANKS, AN INCORRECT FILLER NECK WAS INSTALLED CAUSING THE FILLER NECK TO NOT "MATCH" THE FUEL CAP. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1998 Audi A6?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1998 Audi A6 for sale by us right now. This page sets out the 1998 Audi A6 for buyers, in plain words.
A buyer's checks
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
The numbers in plain words
It uses the 2.8L 6-cylinder and all-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
Combined fuel use is 12.4 L/100 km: about 37 litres for 300 km. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $65.10 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Space and size
Being a mid-size car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. It measures 4.88 m long by 1.81 m wide. Check the size of a tight parking spot. Luggage space is rated at 963 litres: bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Who it is for
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
Drive it on your own roads
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Running costs
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $217 at our price setting. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Year and trim
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Ask us
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
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 1998 Audi A6 from us first.
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Buying the 1998 Audi A6
Does CarmaCars sell the 1998 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 1998 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 1998 Audi A6 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1998 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.