Auto loans: 1996 Audi A6
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. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1996 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1996 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 |
1996 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 |
| Dimension | A6 4dr Sedan Quattro | A6 4dr Wagon | A6 4dr Wagon Quattro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4.89 m (193 in) | 4.89 m (193 in) | 4.89 m (193 in) |
| Width | 1.78 m (70 in) | 1.78 m (70 in) | 1.78 m (70 in) |
| Height | 1.44 m (57 in) | 1.47 m (58 in) | 1.48 m (58 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.69 m (106 in) | 2.69 m (106 in) | 2.69 m (106 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,677 kg (3,697 lb) | 1,624 kg (3,580 lb) | 1,745 kg (3,847 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 1996 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 51 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (41), exterior lighting (6) and equipment (5). 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. |
| 96V017000 | 1996-01-29 | electrical system:ignition:switch | DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCHES WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND CAN CAUSE SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES TO MALFUNCTION. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1996 Audi A6 for buyers
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1996 Audi A6 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before buying the 1996 Audi A6, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the A6
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
The figures, translated
The 2.8L 6-cylinder with all-wheel drive is the powertrain to look at. 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.
It is rated at 12.4 L/100 km combined, so budget about 37 litres for 300 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $21.70. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who the A6 suits
It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Living with the A6
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. At 4.89 m from bumper to bumper, it is on the long side. Check the size of a tight parking spot. In plain terms, its 963 litres of luggage space hold bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Rent it for a week first
Try the A6 on your commute, then decide. Rent first, buy later: a week with the A6 answers the big questions. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Choosing the right one
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
The cost of driving it
Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $21.70 in fuel. The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Let us know
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
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 1996 Audi A6 from us first.
Ask us about the 1996 Audi A6
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1996 Audi A6 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1996 Audi A6
Does CarmaCars sell the 1996 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 1996 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 1996 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 1996 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.