Car financing: 2006 Audi A6
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 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
- 11.2 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2006 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.
2006 Audi A6 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.1L 6-cylinder | 3.1L 6-cylinder | 4.2L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.1 L/100 km | 14.3 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.6 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km | 283.5 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $19.60 | $21.18 | $22.93 |
2006 Audi A6: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.1 L | 3.1 L | 4.2 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 17 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 | 25 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 20 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 24 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 963 L (34 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,900 | US$4,225 | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,920 | $4,236 | $4,586 |
| Dimension | A6 4dr Avant Awd Wagon 3.0 | A6 4dr Avant Awd Wagon 3.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4.93 m (194 in) | 4.93 m (194 in) |
| Width | 1.86 m (73 in) | 1.86 m (73 in) |
| Height | 1.46 m (57 in) | 1.48 m (58 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.84 m (112 in) | 2.84 m (112 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,870 kg (4,123 lb) | 1,890 kg (4,167 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 2006 Audi A6
- NHTSA lists 4 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 67 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (40), electrical system (13) and engine (4). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V427000 | 2018-06-22 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Sedan, A4 Avant, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan, 2007-2008 RS4 Sedan, 2004 RS4 Cabriolet, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2005-2011 A6 Sedan, 2006-2011 A6 Avant, and 2007-2011 S6 Sedan vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with... |
| 17V032000 | 2017-01-11 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada,... |
| 16V382000 | 2016-06-01 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Audi A4, and 2005-2011 Audi A6 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern... |
| 07V334000 | 2007-08-01 | structure:body:trunk lid | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE AUTOMATIC REAR LID INCLUDES AN ELECTRIC MOTOR AND CLUTCH THAT WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH TWO GAS STRUTS TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE REAR LID, INCLUDING A MANUAL CLOSE FUNCTION. IF ONE OF THE STRUTS HAS A TOTAL LOSS OF PRESSURE, THE RESULTANT SLOW MOVEMENT OF THE REAR LID... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2006 Audi A6?
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2006 Audi A6; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Thinking about the 2006 Audi A6? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
Recalls and complaints
Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. There are 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
The figures, translated
The 3.1L 6-cylinder does the work, through an automatic (CVT). It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
A combined rating of 11.2 L/100 km works out to about 34 litres per 300 km. In energy, every 100 km costs about $19.60 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,900 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
A good match for
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
The A6 in everyday use
Being a mid-size car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. Its length is 4.93 m, so it is on the long side. Check the size of a tight parking spot. Luggage space is 453 litres, enough for a family's bags for a long weekend.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Rent the A6 first, and buy only if it fits your life. Rent the A6 for a week and see how it fits your life.
Picking a year and a trim
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. 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.
What it costs to run
Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Make a request
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
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 2006 Audi A6 from us first.
Ask us about the 2006 Audi A6
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2006 Audi A6 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2006 Audi A6
Does CarmaCars sell the 2006 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 2006 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 2006 Audi A6 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2006 Audi A6 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,900 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3920.00.
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.