2019 Audi A6 and A7 Review: Should The BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class be Worried?
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- Опубліковано 14 лис 2018
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just got the 2019 A6. It drives like a dream. I know some people dont care for the new infotainment but I personally really like it. Although if you have owned an Audi in the past and you liked their previous MMI there will be a learning curve. The A6 has the best of all worlds. Its sporty, luxurious and practical. I can fit my daughter's stroller, pack and play and still have space in the trunk. passengers have lots of room. All in all love my A6!
I own a 2017 Audi A6 Quattro supercharged V6 Competition , and love it. Its so capable in snow and something you need to experience. As I only have 9000 kms on it ( not a misprint), I can’t comment on its reliability just yet. I plan on keeping it for 4 yrs, and I have a feeling that I will be trading it in on another one.🇨🇦
Looks so much cooler than the newer Mercedes' awkward design language. Especially the rear of the new CLS, like what the hell is that?
Great review Roman, I would go with the A6 for the room in the back (kids)
I think the old Quattro system is legendary and can be tuned to be rear-wheel drive bias. Making it more sporty yet still practical.
Great review
Maybe I'm in the minority, I think the exterior of the A7 is horrendous looking compared to the A6. And someone please tell Audi to stop with the imitation exhaust ports in the rear bumper covers.
I wouldn't say horrendous but the A6 is truly better looking. It's one of the few new Audis which still maintain the Audi DNA and style. In comparaison, the Q2, Q3, A1 and even Q8 are ugly as sin
All the 'sportbacks' are ugly in my opinion. I appreciate the sedans, the TT and the previous Gen Q5. I think the new lineup of SUVs can't hold a candle to the old ones.
The rear of the A7 is ugly. The A6 is beautiful, A8 is a complete failure. But somehow I really like the Q8. I’ve seen it IRL before and it just looks stunning
Totally agree, the sportbacks, just like BMW's "GT", look pretty ugly from the side and back, they got that droopy drawer kinda look, it's fat, it's heavy, it's droopy: it's ugly. Too bad when the sedan looks so great.
Never liked the A7's aesthetics, but I wouldn't call it horrendous. I agree though, the A6 is better looking. Same with the C7.
Not a fan of the new A7. Given it has the same power train, I went with the A6. If hatchback and sportiness a big consideration, I would go with the S7.
when you were talking about electric doors you missed the exterior door handles are also electric and not mechanical anymore, when you pull the handle you can see there is a delay to when the door opens, if you pull it super fast the door won't open
Really calm video lol. Good one guys
Bernie 😂 awesome review
Audi took it to another level with the 2019 models
Except for the TT and A3, Audi mounts their engines longitudinally, not transversely. @11:20 They are front heavy because the majority, if not all, of the engine block is ahead of the front axles to accommodate the quattro systems.
Nice review and nice car. But what happens when you are out of warranty and one these screen goes bad? Yikes!!
Paul Davidson chances are if you can afford this car brand new, you'll just upgrade to the new model year before the warranty runs out, Via lease or finance. If you're buying the car used and can't afford to fix/maintain it, you need to do some self evaluation. Yikes.
Just a $8000 screen replacement? What do you mean?
Audis are a strong argument in favor of short term leasing when short term leasing is usually a horrible idea.
In other words, don't buy this car.
@@Calimustang86 lots of broke teen/early 20s boys buy has been BMWs to try to impress people when they don't have two pennies to rub together. They do it with Audi as well but to a lesser extent.
Think about it. They're mostly leased brand new because they aren't reliable, and those off lease cars have to go somewhere.
A6 Avant best looking of all, but we don't get the best looking cars here in US.
RS6 for US please.
You’ve made this mistake twice, with the Q7 and the Atlas, two completely different cars and now this one. Apart from the A3 and Q3, Audi uses longitudinal engines mounted on a All Wheel Drive/Rear wheel bias chasis when Quattro is fitted.
I think the new A7 doesn't look as good as the prior version. It looks too heavy in the rear and too much like a hatchback. The A5 Sport looks much better than the A7 now.
OTOH, the new A6 looks great with the curves and better than the last version.
@The Fast Lane Car you forgot to mention the Mercedes cls and bmw 6 series gt
north america version does not have cupholders cover
So with the auto stop start do you feel it restart going to test drive a Q8 soon so I was just wondering!
Yes, but it's subtle.
Only bad comment, it feels heavy in corners. This must be the best car in the world... Just loved how out of all the driving modes you just go for dynamic, in an A7... lol
"semi electric doors"? Surely you mean soft closing
if they hold up maybe ill buy 1 in 20 years. any support for electronic updates in the future audi??? ya probably not
Awesome review Audi has gone above and beyond on these new models .
I think it's overall looks, is allright .. but fake exhaust tips ? really ?
@10:06 Roman says, the tire size is 225/40-20 when its actually 255/40-20: also Audi engines for the most part; are longitude mounted. Like Subaru, the Audi AWD differential are housed with transmission thus pushes the engine forward over the wheels; however like the Porsche, the former uses boxer engine with a lower center gravity then Vs and Inlines.
Who’s Norman?
@@TFLcar Oops I meant Roman which I was referring to Nathan who isn't in the video😂😂😂😁😁😁😇😇😇.
Did he say tunnel vision at the 10 minute mark not too sure about that I'll let you know when I pick mine up Saturday
Never buy audi out of factory or carmax warranty,around 120k miles you will need to replace everything
IT'S GUUURMAN
60-70k sedan.
And people say lux truck prices are too high.
😂
No Fog lights?
Why are all car manufacturers obsessed with the touch screens? Boys will always like buttons. Give me buttons!
Good review! Big Sur is beautiful. The previous A7 looked so much better! They seemed to have toned down the rear design. All those screens scare me!
Peter Montoya I agree the previous A7s styling is much better than the new one and Audi is introducing new technologies so stuff like that should be expected
@@siseesan3147 Yeah, you're right. I guess I shouldn't be so close-minded. But it just seems so complicated! Maybe I'm just getting old.
i liked the bmw and benz part. amazing comparison. i guess i go with the toyota
The exterior of Audi A6 its the best one I really love it, anyone who can help with exterior of A7 plz 🙏🙏🙏
This is the bodystyle Honda was going after with the 2018 Accord.. they failed miserably though. The Accord is sinfully ugly 😂😂🤣🤣🤣
PLATINUM Nah the hot in person, I thought the same thing from pictures
True its ugly as they come. Plus honda is doing bad with reliability now
Un Carrier T-Mobile USA agree on that
There is only one good angle on the new accord, front
Im agreeing PLATINUM it is seriously ugly as HELL! lmao
0:48 someone please please please give me and id on the song?
Should've put a timer on the screen for the 5.1 seconds.
I can't stop starring at the sensors in the front grill
Audi should sue each time a reviewer or influencer mis-associates an MLB platform vehicle with an MQB Volkswagen one. They are mechanically on 2 completely different levels and come from 2 very different cars/manufactures.
Great car and great review. That is one sexy beast! Thumbs up.
I thought the engines are longitudinal in the larger Audis
Keith H me too
They are for sure. Only Audi a3/s3/rs3 has transferse engine
They are.
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You're right! Only MQB cars are transverse. And... They also have a different Quattro system. Another inaccurate part of this video
I want to see the new RS7 and S6
I like the a6 more for some reason
a shame for you that you in america don't get the A6 Avant as this is even more spacious
They would just call it a station wagon and laugh at it.
Why does he keep talking about transverse mounted engines and power being sent to the rear of it detects slippage!? The A6 has always had longitudinally mounted engines and permanent quattro. It's your job to know these things!!
And how long before your iPhone gets out dated or just plain doesn't work anymore? 2 years, 5 if you're lucky? Look at all the sensors to fail it get broken in a fender bender. No thanks.
Sorry I never by a vehicle based on my friends or family rear seat comfort as long as the kids can fit let's go. But the lag from all these new car electronically controlled throttle is ridiculous I literally heard the pedal hit the floor then almost a full second later the car responded.
Yeah, man, hitting the pedal to the floor and not hearing anything is plain wrong and I refuse to have something like this as my own. I much prefer old classic, well crappy cars, but hey, when I tell them to drive they drive.
No excuse for limited headroom in rear of A7. Pretend or decorated to look like exhaust panels cheapen the overall look.
is just a6 and a7 and have everything. i do not know how far audi is going with the new audi. RS6 and RS7
5.82 seconds. It is 6:23am so my reaction speed is .7 secs slower.
I love audi but I don't know how I feel about the new A6 and A7. They are extremely gorgeous with interior never disappoints. The thing that pisses me off the most is the fake exhausts like why do you do that what are you trying to do??? The new A6 has a better looking exterior than the A7. I still prefer the previous A6 and A7 over the 2019 ones thats just my two cents.
I'm onky trying to learn, as a non car enthusiast, could you explain to me what does it matter where the actual smoke comes out from? Does it affect sound?
@@mostly_normal_man I don't consider myself an actual car enthusiast either but I do love Audi and cars. So apparently the top A models such as A6,A7, and A8 all have this in common. The only reasoning I've heard is because most people who actually buy those model cars are older and they don't want the car to be loud. It does effect slightly with the fake exhaust tips in the back and if you look under the car the actual exhaust is pointing downwards. Although it doesn't really affect noise and doesn't matter where the smoke comes from however.. Let's say you like the 2019 version how are going to go about putting an exhaust or modifying it if you wish? The fake exhaust tips in the back is used for styling but are going to look stupid if you want to put an actual exhaust. If you look at the 2017 versions it's an actual stock exhaust and not loud either. Again I could be wrong about the reasoning on why it's like that but compare the two model years 2019 and 2017 with the exhaust
@@SpikeMan277 your totally right I forgot about mods... That may be a good reason now I understand all these Comments about the exhaust. Thanks!
To me all car's must have buttons for hvac controls.
I love the new A6 🤩 always have! Audi is the underrated german cousin who was always picked on in high school, went to college and now no one recognizes him at the reunion! Now the Beamer and Benz classmates want to be friends... no sir, back then you didnt want me now I'm hot you're all on me!
very well put sir #Bravo #TeamAudi
@@McBeakerson I agree with everything you just said!
YES
The Quattro ultra news is so sad
Audilife remember when they were switching from 50/50 to 40/60 for a sportier feel? Now it's a front driver with part time AWD for 1mpg.
Jeff Goss my b9.5 s5 and my a4 b9 are both 40/60
But this new ultra Quattro is the reason I didn’t buy the new a4 allroad I like traditional Quattro and it’s jumpiness.
But have to admit if it’s a daily driver the new ultra probably smooth and seamless.
It felt like less then five sec(0-60) time
I wonder what the engine longevity will be like, with all that stopping & starting.
I have a 2019 A6 that is my favorite car to drive of all time. I find TFL's videos very helpful. I personally agree that the A7 is the better looking car (very subjective) but the A6 is a better value, and from the driver's perspective you really can't tell the difference. I have had Jaguar XJ8, BMW 5 series, Q5 Hybrid and older Audi A6 and I really like this car the best. I am an electrical engineer and I think Audi engineers did an outstanding job. I really love that I can consistently get over 500 miles on a tank (I have even run 600 on a trip), while having better power, handling and comfort than my 2004 all aluminum Jag gave me when new. Technology really has made a huge difference. I LOVE the interior layout in this car and the screens are fantastic - I have had the car two months, have already driven 5,000 miles and it just keeps getting better. It is a beautifully crafted car that I appreciate more, the more I drive it.
5.71
This is coming from an Audi fan. I’ve had 3. But this new design doesn’t settle well with me. It’s also sad that these cars are $60k plus and they don’t even come with LED lights as standard. People might hate Mercedes but I think they are at the top of the game. This is why I switched to Mercedes. The interior on Mercedes and the exteriors are top quality. I do have to say the A6/A7/A8/Q8 interiors are gorgeous on the eyes but I couldn’t stand all the finger prints scattered all over the screen.
I'm curious as to which Mercedes you ended up getting?
T I got the E400. I’m really happy with it. One of the best cars I’ve ever owned. I was thinking of getting the GLE450 after the lease is done but I’m not sure... maybe I’ll go back to Audi. Are you getting the Audi?
There are too many screens. It has nothing to do with whether I or someone else knows how to use a smart phone. These screens force a driver to look down just to change the temperature. This would only work well while driving if Audi offers the best audio response system. Fewer switchgear and touchpad type controls are what most companies are moving toward.
Acura had the auto close doors on their 1990 legend lol
Kel Q and Honda had 4 wheel steer on the Prelude around then as well.
Yeah, but now they both suck (especially Acura)...
Justin Brown yeah my last Honda was a 90 Prelude, unless you count my 9.9 outboard, lawn mower, snow blower, and VFR motor cycle. Great small engines.
Jeff Goss yes they were,they system was more mechanical.Honda was also the first to implement variable valve timing (VTEC) of the modern era.Alfa Romeo did it in small numbers in the early 70’s.
about 5.5-5.6 secs for A7
I would pick the audi every day
C7 A7 was the best looking. Fake exhaust tips on a sportback really?
about 5.5sec
Still doesn’t do it for me...
Judges the application of new technology, wears Ray-Bans designed in 1937.
15:07 That's what she said.
Why Audi complicates their cars, à complicate car with many screens doesn’t make it better. Tesla is truly on its way to change the car industry and I feel like Audi and the other car brands are falling behind.
I got 5.1 flat
I love love love the exhaust pipes.
Roman carries his phone in a purse, how cute. Very progressive.
Will they make it to 100k miles?
Let’s take a pledge here. “We will not buy a car with fake exhaust”
AUDI POWER...
5.84s 0-60mph
Not a fan of the new A7’s exterior. Prefer the A6’s
Dude, you need a better camera man...
Sorry fell asleep here. GT4 door please. Thanks.
Except for mercedes
5.64 0 - 60
i clocked 5.4 sec
My MB E-class 4-matic is much better.
AUDI POWER!!!
Yeah I'm sorry I just don't like the new Audi Interiors maybe I would need to see it in person but it just doesn't look high-end.. seems like a lot of plastic and too many screens
The best-looking Audi models are the A5 and A6, and I would even say that is the more popular opinion. “Sexy” is not at all how I would describe the A7. Look at that awkward elongated back. Yuck.
I wish Audi would those fake exhaust.......the ship erks me and looks horrendous
Half Off after two years
I’m extremely happy with my Kia Stinger GT2 RWD! Plus I’ve got some extra money to play with!
Graham Feidler probably more reliable too. I am in the minority in thinking they look tacky like a type r civic and I can't drive automatic but a much more sound choice.
@@joxer that extra money you'll lose on resale value.
Alec Empire well Audi typically depreciates like a rock. That said I've over 13 years on one now. But lots of maintenance costs.
Just under 70k 😂😂
Quattro ultra kind of sounds like a fancy way of saying a cheap haldex awd system
Why anyone would choose the A7 over the A6 is beyond me. I've had an S6 Avant for three years now and it's the best car I've ever owned. I'll be keeping it for a while.
Great interior, exterior is boring.
american reviews are worthles, this was more about a7 than a7 and a6
I disagree. Gasoline will never be out because there's to many of us that love the roar of a beefy gas engine.
Just your average Joe over my dead body
@Just your average Joe Let them just try. We'll make our own. 😉
0-60 was 6.2. A6 better looking.
No it wasn't
True.
@@komentierer Yes, it was.
I timed it at 6.13, however, there is the slight delay in the start and stop due to the fact I’m manually timing it I would of like the 0-60 time using the paddle shifters as it is a bit quicker that way when I try it in mine..🇨🇦
Guys I swear to you it's 5.15. I'm not sure what method you used but it is. You must look when his foot hits the petal.
BMW definetly. It has as much tech but better quality such as hand stiched leather. It also has a dashboard instead of taped screens.
Screen looks very laggy, for 65k 'll just get a Tesla P3.
The new A7 is much uglier than prior version.
u basically purchased 40k for 3 Pads and Audi decided to give you a free car😂😂