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Test drive Audi A6

Can a large station wagon be dynamic and economical at the same time that, having been driving, after a few minutes you forget that you control a machine of almost 5 meters long? Audi A6 Allroad 3.0 TDI Quattro gives a convincing affirmative answer to this question.
A lot of kind words are said about the Audi A6 Allroad that appeared in 2005, and as a good wine, the dignity of this machine does not fade every year, but, on the contrary, become more and more obvious and necessary to the buyer. In my opinion, this model Audi has two main trump cards. First of all, this is an excellent dynamic and very plastic turbodiesel with a volume of 3 liters and a capacity of 233 hp.
The second trump card for many will undoubtedly be of primary importance of a huge trunk, which is also equipped with a mass of convenient devices for accommodating and retaining the cargo.
I repent, I do not like station wagons for bulky and non -recovery, but the Audi A6 Allroad is a clear exception to this rule. From the first minutes, the feeling of light magic, mixed with admiration, does not leave you at the wheel of this car: a huge, almost five -meter car with its own mass of two tons flutters like a butterfly, from a strip to a strip, easily responds to the gas pedal and readily obeyed every wave of your wave Hands on the steering wheel.
And only with emergency braking, the driver suddenly understands that no one has yet canceled the laws of physics, and 1.825 kg of equipped mass, even at a modest speed of 80 km/h, is not so easy to quickly stop. This is perhaps the unexpected discovery, the only negative feature of the Audi A6 Alload power unit combined with the transmission is too dynamic, and the brakes in extreme modes in extreme modes are somewhat lagging behind.
This is not to say that they are ineffective, but against the background of excellent work of other systems, they do not always live up to, perhaps high expectations. The rest of the Audi A6 Allroad is close to impeccability.
The steering wheel is light and at the same time very informative, and the automatic transmission works smoothly and dynamically in all modes. Planting is close to the perfect, excellent review facilitates management and reduces the risk of unwanted contacts in the limited viewing area on the right side. The suspension is comfortable and, coupled with excellent sound insulation, turns a trip into a pleasant and tireless occupation. By the way, an optionally available suspension, changing the rigidity of shock absorbers and the height of the road clearance.
The test car was just equipped with a similar system, which came in handy during the assault on several tall parebrics and rolled ruts on the next wild parking lot in the suburbs. In less than a minute, a low -set station wagon turns into a real crossover, thanks to the company Quattro capable of the most daring and unexpected feats.
So this is a real station wagon not only in the sense of the body, but also in its capabilities and purpose.
The large trunk increases its volume from 442 liters to 1184 liters with decomposed seats. And for the convenience of passengers, several devices are provided that will help to reliably fix the load while driving. And in fact, at high speed, with the renunciation of this machine, restless suitcases on the stern are able to create serious problems. To keep the cargo on special rails at the bottom of the luggage compartment, straps and a metal rigid panel are fixed on special racks, which allows you to securely fix things, or distribute them in the back more evenly, or with greater convenience for the owner, for example, closer to the rear door.
The fifth door of this station wagon also deserves special attention. The fact is that its opening and closing is fully automated and carries out an electric drive. It is enough for the driver to press the button in the cabin and there is no need to get your hands dirty, because even in the dry and most fine day the stern of the car usually does not shine with cleanliness.
Among other charms that are generally inherent in the machines of this class, a refrigerator in a glove compartment, an air cleaner with a coal filter, sunscreen mechanical curtains for the rear side glasses and, of course, a multifunctional on-board computer with a navigation system and a TV, which is simply indispensable in eternal Moscow traffic jams.
The economy of this spacious house on wheels is also pleasing. During the day of downtime and short dashes in traffic jams, the on-board computer showed the average consumption of 13-14 liters, a rough estimate along the fuel level sensor and the mileage allowed to reach the same results.
At the same time, there is not the slightest feeling that the power unit is an extended and saves due to dynamics. The soft rumbling of diesel is clearly audible only outside, in the cabin, the bass voice of a turbodiesel becomes noticeable only at high speeds, and this circumstance will necessarily attract gasoline engines to this version.
In Europe, Diesel has long and thoroughly squeezed gasoline engines, this process has not yet been in full swing only because of problems with fuel quality, but this is a temporary hitch. And although the line of gasoline engines begins with a volume of 1.6 liters and ends with the top 3.2 FSI, a three -liter turbodiesel is perhaps a golden middle that allows you to get a maximum of pleasure not only from driving, but also from the realization that your money is spent wisely and as efficiently as possible.
Summary
Pros: a dynamic and at the same time a plastic and economical engine, a spacious interior, a thoughtful cargo attachment system in the luggage compartment.
Cons: the brake system is somewhat behind the dynamism from other control systems.
 
 

A source: autolet.ru