Car financing: 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.
Thinking of buying the 1996 Audi A6?
No 1996 Audi A6 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Here is what to know about the 1996 Audi A6 before buying one.
A buyer's checks
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Owners filed 51 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, exterior lighting and equipment; have those parts checked. There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
The figures, translated
It is powered by 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.
It is rated 12.4 L/100 km combined: about 37 litres every 300 km. In energy, every 100 km costs about $21.70 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Room inside
As a compact car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. The length is 4.89 m. Check the size of a tight parking spot. At 963 litres, the trunk fits bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Good uses for the A6
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Try before you buy
Drive the A6 on your commute before you commit to it. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. A week with the A6 answers more than any brochure.
Running costs
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Year and trim
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Want a price?
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
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.