Audi A6 2.4 S line Avant

Advantages: Huge amount of space, bomb-proof build quality
Disadvantages: High service costs at main dealer

...I have owned one of these cars for over a year now and every day it has been a pleasure to own. It may not be the most attractive car; but at the same time it is not unattractive to look at. It may also not have the greatest handling or ride qualities but these are not what the car is about. The whole purpose of being for this car is to transport large amounts of people and things, comfortably, safely, and reliably and it is in these areas where this car excels. It is quite apparent from the outside that this is a big car, however, it is when you get in side that you really start to appreciate just how roomy it is. I am 6'5'' and I could quite comfortably sit behind myself with amble leg and headroom front and back. The boot is simply massive with a reasonably low lip. The seats are wide and armchair like; adjustment... Read review

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Advantages: Built to last, Built to drive and built to enjoy
Disadvantages: A little heavy on petrol - aim for a Diesel iy you want to pinch pennies

...Built like a tank, extrememly comfortable to drive and goes like stink. Excellent gadgets, interior to exterior visibility, comfort, handling and a great sound system too. Only down side is that the MPG is a bit heavy (mine is a 2.4 SE V6), and that those with chunkier thighs may get a bit of a bash as the central console is a bit high. Possible the best car I have driven, well beyond that of BMW tourings, Range Rovers, Land Rovers, Merc estates and even the wonderful Focus Estate. Worth looking at as a used car if you're looking for a slightly newer Megane or Focus estate or similar as the depreciation will save yourself a fortune. Great for a family of 4, and even a dog. Will go on forever and I'm intending on keeping mine until I keel over!!!... Read review

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Advantages: pace space face
Disadvantages: uh nope, can't think of any

...If you've read any of my other bits and pieces on this site then you will know that I am a bit of a Porsche freak. So what am I doing writing about a big staid Audi? Well, I flogged my Boxter S at the end of last autumn and Jan (she who must be obeyed) decided that I should invest in "something more sensible" in line with my rapidly advancing years. Having pondered for a while on what to do I decided to have a look at the new crop of big German "super diesels". You know, those big turbocharged Autobahn stormers that whistle past you on the Motorway doing a steady 98 MPH and getting forty-odd miles to the gallon - smug bastards. So, I looked at the Merc 320 Estate, The BMW 530 Touring (BM's stupid name for "Estate") and the Audi A6 Avant (Audi's even stupider name for "Estate"). All three are absolutely belting cars and I wouldn... Read review

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