Audi A6 2019: A Closer Look

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Introduction

Audi debuted the first-ever A6 in 1994 as an alternative to the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Since then, the company has been steadily updating and modernizing the badge to bring it to its present cutting-edge avatar.

Although Audi cars have become quite identical nowadays owing to their design language, the 2019 Audi A6 is still unique due to its departure from previous design ethos. In the UAE, the Audi A6 competes against the BMW 5-Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Jaguar XF, Volvo S60, and Lexus ES.

Exterior

The most dramatic changes are in the exterior design of the Audi A6. Gone are the curvy headlamps and rounded grille. In its place, a wider, edgier grille takes centre stage on the front fascia, complemented by equally sharp, angular headlamps. For 2019, Audi has equipped the A6 with matrix LED lighting on both ends.

Audi has always crafted subtle yet striking cars, and the 2019 Audi A6 perfectly embodies the firm’s design ethos.

At 4,939mm long, 1,886mm wide, and 1,457mm tall, it is wider than both of its prime rivals, i.e., the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5-Series, and just 4mm shorter than the latter. Boasting of a low kerb weight due to its aluminium architecture dubbed Audi Space Frame, the A6 is light on its feet, translating into an involving driving experience. The car’s trunk capacity is rated at 530 litres.

Interior

Audi has never disappointed in the interior department. MMI (Multi Media Interface) is new and improved for 2019, accessed via a centrally-mounted touchscreen. The gear lever is designed so that it comes right under your elbow when you operate the MMI screen. These small, thoughtful details distinguish the Audi A6’s interiors from its peers.

Pleasant, airy, and ergonomic – Audi A6 interiors summed up.

The usual leather upholstery, soft-touch surfaces, and ergonomic features are all present and top-notch in the 2019 Audi A6, while ambient LED mood lighting makes the cabin really inviting. A Bang & Olufsen sound system takes care of your music wants. Audi has equipped the A6 with an all-digital instrument cluster, along with a comprehensive suite of safety and driver-assistance electronics. You get ABS, traction control, hill start assist, tyre pressure sensors, adaptive cruise control, trick distance and lane sensors, and so on.

Performance

The 2019 Audi A6 in UAE comes with a single powertrain option for now. The A6 55 TFSI trim comes with a 3.0-litre V6 that generates 335hp and 500Nm. Audi electronically limits its cars’ top speed to 250kph, but for some extra cash, you can cap it at 280kph. The stately executive sedan also clocks the ton in 5.1 seconds.

Quattro all-wheel-drive is standard on the 2019 Audi A6 in the UAE, as is a Tiptronic automatic transmission. Audi claims the A6 returns slightly more than 14kpl, rated by EPA.

Distinguished and exceptional, the Audi A6 sets new benchmarks in its segment.

Verdict

The 2019 Audi A6 is priced at priced at AED 258,000 for the available 55 TFSI trim. Audi Al Nabooda is the distributor of Audi cars in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. More information about the Audi A6 can be availed from your nearest Audi dealer.

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