Audi A6 3.0T Review (C7) | Supercharged Heart
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This 2012 3.0T represents the first year of the C7 generation of Audi A6. Armed with the supercharged V6 found in the B8 S4, and the excellent ZF eight speed automatic, and a wealth of new features; this A6 is a serious performance sedan, even eight years later.
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Had mine for 5 years. APR dual pulley 400+ at the wheels and currently at 109K miles and climbing. This is usually the end of a ownership period for me but I don't see much to replace it for the value currently. For now, I'm staying put. I have three other different vehicles for different driving purposes or experiences but the C7A6 remains my family sedan of choice for my dollar. Understated style, great all weather performance, still decent tech, quality build and mine has been rock solid reliable with basic preventative maintenance.
Have you chucked and exhaust on yours by any chance?? I've have mine for about a year, but the only thing that I want too critique about the car, (only due too my own preference) is the exhaust is so quiet. Sometimes I am outstanded by it but, wouldn't mind something with a bit more life too it. If you have an exhaust is it custom, or did u pick out a brand like armytrix or ipe?
which year made your car? I've also pulley and ecu tuning but not APR, APR checked the issue here in Turkey but they couldn't tell me if there's two or single pulley upgrade. if you can tell me your all modification list I'll be very happy, this engine with s-tronic have amazing capacity for power
@@fahreddinkaya9819 Nothing special. MY2012. Dual pulley (57mm/187mm) APR ECU tune. HP Tuners TCU tune. Only other mods are a MercRacing heat exchanger and an intake tube.
@pkmode still got it?
@@Mc88Flyy I do. With COVID and used market prices, I decided just to keep driving her. I'm about to do intercooler cores and PCV service soon but she keeps chugging along. I just destroyed a 997 C2S on lunch break. Nothing impressive but still fun. He tried to make a run on me on the fwy and I let him go by only to reel him in and pass by like he was standing still.
The BEST car I have owned hands down. I ended up selling last year because I needed a 3 row SUV. I miss the A6 and at some point will buy one again. The car drove so well and with such quality and precision
I mean this in the absolute best way possible. Your videos remind me alot of SavageGeese. Subscribed!
That’s an amazing compliment, thank you. Their quality and attention to detail is absolutely stellar, so I really appreciate that.
Still an amazing car even today!! Not too many luxury repairs compared to similar competitors. It’s worth every penny after massive luxury depreciation. There aren’t many sedans that compare to the C7 3.0T twins.
I’ve had my 2017 A6 competition s-line since new. The best sedan I’ve ever had. It’s amazing in our 🇨🇦 winters. Routine maintenance and nothing else. I purchased the extended warranty as I’m keeping this car long term, it’s that good.
I had one from 2017-2021. Miss it so much. One of my favorite cars i’ve ever owned.
Wow random youtube recommendations for the win, I stayed and warched it all! It helps that I own an audi q7 and lovveee this engine. Subscribed!
Wow, the quality of these videos is amazing man. Keep up the amazing work, a lot of good information, for anyone whos willing to listen it's actually really well put together. It definitely deserves more recognition than these annoying youtube reviewers.
Thank you, really appreciate that. Glad you enjoyed.
fantastic film ! The underlying piano is an incredible addition.
This video made and helped me with the buying process for my 12 A6 3.0T. thank you very, very much
How many miles did it have when you bought it?
@@connorcuzzacrea2026 57k. 71.5k now
How has it been. There's a very clean one for sale near me. 2012. 120k miles tho
Awesome review brief and informative. I also liked the camera work. I just bought this exact car today and I am so siked!!
Appreciate you and this review man
Just got a 2012 A6 Prestige and it is the BOMB! It’s fun and luxurious and had a car back exhaust already knit so it screams and flys in sport mode. Love it!
How has it held up for you 2 years later? I'm about to pick up the same exact car, one owner with 90k mi.
Damn, now I need to get one of these.
Awesome video.
I bought a 2012 A6 3.0T over a month ago and this video was one of the reasons I got it. I was close to getting a 2013 Audi A4/VR6 VW CC but after issues with a dealer we went with a gorgeous moonlight blue mettallic 2012 A6 3.0T premium plus S-line with the brown interior and 97K miles from a private seller for $11K and I've been loving it so far. It's the first car of my own, previously driving a 2007 Camry hybrid family car. It's faster than I need it to be and my only gripes are the underwhelming audio system, ~21MPG with premium (I came from 30+mpg with regular), and the car telling me one of the rear taillight indicators is out (even though I've checked and they all work).
It was this video among a few others that got the ball rolling on looking for an A6 and I wanted to thank you for it.
I forgot to add that I test drove 17 other cars (including BMWs, a Mercedes C250, Mazdas, Volkswagens, a Honda Accord V6, a Hyundai Genesis and Elantra, a Toyota Camry, and some Audis) and the A6 was my favorite by far. It's a great car.
I have a 2013 a6 3,0 I also have had the light indicators saying broken for the past year or so u have no worries.
Omg I was also eyeing to get my hand on vw cc VR6 but have no luck as its pretty rare to find that model as I live in NYC. How do you find this model significantly better than competitors? Did you get any extended warranty as well to cover possible unnecessary repairs?
@@rolo4816 seeing both of your comments, should I go for a 2013 A6 3.0t supercharged with 133,000miles????
What type of gas does it use ?
Great review! Nicely shot video!
Amazing video.. I love the background music. I felt as if I were I was in the car with you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Very nice and informative video as I'm looking at buying one soon.
Such a nice review man .. promote your channel brother ... it has potential to grow big
DUDE....tell me why i was talking about the A6 literally last week & this video pops up in my Recommended lol 👀
That sweet sweet algorithm hahaha.
Because the government can hear everything you say and think
because your phone has a microphone that listens to whatever you talk
very enjoyable to watch. subbed! 👍
This convinced me, definitely getting a nearby 3.0T to replace my truck!
Dude wow amazing video
02:37 forgot it's not a manual shift lol ,btw great video bro , i liked & subscribed!
Just bought it used. Love this car
Good review bro keep it up man ✔️💪💯
This video helped me buy my 2013 A6 3.0t hehe I love it thanks man it’s even the same interior
Nice how do you like it is quick any problems with it I'm thinking of getting one
@@simranjeetrocks 100% buy
Should I get one with 133,000miles?? For $13,000??? Going to take a look on Friday
@@brandonmorales4373did you get it?
I am loving mine. S-line with a tune and a couple other goodies. It hides its speed like nothing else I've owned
Great review!!
Video describes perfectly why I switched from bmw & Mercedes to Audi
I always thought the headrests were set too far forward. Had the car nearly a year now and thanks to 5.35minute mark or so I can now adjust them back! Thanks!
That must have been a pretty uncomfortable year haha! Glad to help 👍🏼
Amazing review
Sick review
Just took a turo trip in a 2012. Getting mine delivered in a week!
Great video and it really helped me with my decision in pulling the trigger and purchase a 2013 A6 Quattro 3.0T Prestige package locally in my city. This car has been on my radar for a while now as I have previously owned a 2007 A6 3.2 FSI, 2004 A4 1.8T and a 1998 A4 1.8T as well. I was looking for a S6 in this model year but no such luck so I got this one and I must say that this 2013 A6 3.0T is superior in all aspects of the for mentioned Audi's that I have owned in many aspects all ready. I have also gone ahead and did a Stage 1 034 Motorsport ECU upgrade and the difference was awesome to say the least. I decided to forgo the Stage 1 TCU upgrade as the car I purchased has the 8 speed transmission and can readily handle the Stage 1 modification. This car has been rock solid thus far and I may get more modifications down the road. The 2013 A6 3.0T is great car, sporty and luxurious, handles great, rides nice and can surprise a lot peeps at the red lights. I usually let the Supercharged badging on the fender warn them, but if not, then the site of my taillights surely do. Cheers mate , once again great video
Thanks man, glad it helped you make the decision. They are great cars with one of the best engines Audi has ever made (not just my opinion but that of a master Audi technician I know). The stage 1 tune is some of the best $$ you can spend.
GREAT REVIEW.
Bought my ‘15 Audi a6 3.0t Prestige back in 2021. Recently had to change the motor mounts but I haven’t had any major problems since. I absolutely love my car. :)
How many miles did you get it at? What is at now? And any issues since this comment?
I bought it with 70k miles on it. I drive a lot for work so now I am pushing 115k miles. Only main issue I have now is it’s oil consumption. It burns oil like crazy and makes you add one quart of oil every couple hundred miles even after an oil change. Checked for leaks during routine services and there aren’t any. So now I’m in the process of trading it for something else before they tell me I need a new engine lol.
@@RishanJ The oil consumption is most likely the PCV valve. That’s the most common issue with those engines. aside from that, I read that those engines are the most bulletproof engine Audi ever made. Definitely look into that issue
Wow top notch cinematography, and great review. I am cross shopping this with a b8.5 s4 and f10 550i xdrive, I'm leaning towards the s4 but i reeaally would like cooled seats down here in GA... Definately got my subcription though, idk how you don't have more.
Thanks man, would stay far from F10 550i though, that engine is apparently a nightmare to maintain. Fail catastrophically sometimes too. Only say that because I wanted one but the more research I did the scarier they seemed to own lol.
@@BuzzytheBlue good to know, I'll steer clear. Thanks
Dang, you made me so proud of my baby #allthefeels
Damn you describe it so good , Audi should definitely pay you for this
great video
For those shopping for C7/C7.5 you may want to consider the ultimate factory developed A6. That is the A6 'competition" trim level that is exclusive to 2017 model year. Prices today are half what they where when purchased new. This car starts as a fully loaded 'prestige' trim and then Audi adds S6 goodies. Sport rear differential, a wee bit of added HP, sport seating with diamond stitching, red brake calipers (I don't care much for as everyone offers them now). Essentially it is an A6 with every option possible with added S6 performance.
Imagine this car with an APR tune, AWE exhaust.
That’s extremely interesting, I had no idea you could get the sport diff on an A6 of any trim! Good call!
Typo...... 2018 model year offered 'competition' trim package too.
Nice review, felt like I was watching a movie for some reason.
Glad you enjoyed; I’ve been slowly learning over the years how to give them a somewhat cinematic feel.
Waiting to see how things work out, but currently hoping to purchase a 2013 A6 Prestige next week. Just need to see if another vehicle sells and hope my intuition is right and no one else buys the A6 I want haha
I came from an N54 and looking at 2015+ S4s and C7 3.0s just to drive for a year or so. This video has me pretty convinced, I think I would definitely look for a flat bottom steering wheel though to replace the original.
Easy enough to find other steering wheels, there’s a surprisingly large market for aftermarket or “upgraded” OEM wheels on BMWs and Audis. I had found S6 style wheel (don’t remember if OEM or not) for like $600.
Beautiful car, I'm going to look at a low milage Premium Plus this weekend.
This upload made my day! Tough decisions to make...I have an E39 M5 as my toy, and I'm thinking a C7 would be a huge upgrade to my 2001 525i haha.
Keep up the good stuff man, you and Tedward are my favorite car content creators!
Thanks man, I really appreciate that!
And they are a massive amount of car for the money. Buuuut, if you wanted to spend even less you could always grab the older C6 A6 with the 3.0T. Still extremely quick and excellent performer, just older styling and the mediocre 6AT vs the awesome 8AT. Those are DIRT cheap and respond almost identically to tuning.
strut-bar+sway bar+INtake will tighten that difference with the S4
Excellent video, new sub :) what song is that in the beginning ? Thanks
just bought a ‘13 premium plus A6. I love it. looking to make it faster. let me know all upgrades I can do.
Inside is much better looking than the new one.
+1. I love having physical buttons and knobs, as opposed to flat, lifeless touch-screens.
Name of the background music at the intro please 🙏
Some of the tachometer shots around the 3 minute mark show the e brake is on while at various speeds, is that due to some driver mods?
Nope, Brake pad wear sensor triggered during the drive.
Did some research, apparently all the A6 and A7 newer models like this one have AWD AND RWS (Rear wheel steering, all wheel steering, or four wheel steering). INCREDIBLE
What transmission it got? DL or DQ
Just bought a 2012 Prestige with 43k miles. Waiting for the windshield to get fixed though. 😅 awesome car.
Wow, those are super low miles. How do you like everything else? Besides the broken windshield haha. I'm about to pick up the same exact car, one owner at 90k miles.
Hey man I’ve been looking at one of these near me but it does have around 65k miles would you still recommend buying it because it’s a little older and Audi’s like to have more problems then other cars when they get older ?
Definitely! That’s pretty low mileage for one of these to be honest. The 3.0T and ZF8 auto are very durable and reliable. Bring it to a respected independent Audi repair shop, never the dealer (hugely expensive), or work on it yourself and you’ll be fine. The one in the video has 100K and is rock solid.
Sooooo I should buy the 2013 A6 3.0T Quattro ??????
Does it take diesel gas and if so how much?
Which year made your A6 3.0T? mine 2011 made with double clutch 7 speed s-tronic with sport differential, it makes huge difference because it can transfer all power of engine to tires
It’s a 2012, but in the US we only got the 8 speed ZF auto, no DCT for us in the A6 3.0Ts. With the DCT and sport diff it must be awesome!
what brand of drone did you used and what model?
DJI Mavic 2 Pro
What tune would you recommend I have a 2015 prestige every option
Can’t go wrong with APR. They have arguably done the most R&D into these platforms.
2012 Audi A6 premium plus here with 82,000 miles. APR stage II dual pulley, (93 octane tune) AWE touring exhaust with resonated down pipes, AWE S-Flow intake, APR CPS (coolant performance System), Eurocode front/rear sway bars, factory sport suspension, Adam's Rotors slotted brake kit, SS braided flex brake hoses, updated/revised Audi supercharger intercoolers (larger passageways). I purchased car 5 years ago at 17K miles. I installed all hardware myself, maintain my vehicle religiously when Audi Care expired. APR tune has been reliable with zero issues.
Car is/has been reliable.... but, I take care of it and perform all maintenance myself. Some caveats.... Audi recommends 10K oil change, I change oil/filter at 5K, Audi states transmission is lubed for life, ZF (transmission manufacturer) recommends replacing fluid at 80K or sooner. Audi states differentials are lubed for life.... Ugh. I changed out all fluids.
This car is a sleeper and off the line is a beast. Traveling on freeway and lane opens up, mash the throttle and instant response. Dyno run shows consistent pulls of 475 HP at the crank. Regardless of platform, the 3.0 V-6 is highly tunable and reliable.
@@kevinriordan7842 is it necessary to buy extended carmax warranty, would you say that would help saving me a few dollars in foreseeable future? I love A7 but the value is alot more for basically the same engine different looks
@@vincentv1790 I wouldn't buy extended warranty if thousands of $$$$. If you plan on tuning, warranty will be null and void. The 3.0 V6, ZF transmission are highly reliable. The entire drive train is highly reliable. Now the electronics? I haven't had any issues but, there are something like 40 computer modules within the cars network. So what price piece of mind. I work on my vehicles and have access to software to troubleshoot issues too. Again, my A6 has been very reliable.
@@kevinriordan7842 appreciated the feedback, and any difference throughout the model year? C7 or C7.5? Best year to get and what trims is the most worth it? Again thank you for your quick response!!
i didnt now they got only a six speed and an 8speed trans.. what about the 7speed trans?
The seven speed DCT is only in Europe. In the US we got an eight speed torque converter automatic.
@@BuzzytheBlue aa okay so the sevenspeed is the best because is it dct?
Both are great transmissions, but the DCT is probably a bit better/more responsive yes.
What town is this.?? I’m on the east coast and know it’s in the area but can’t figure it out! Beautiful place
A couple different towns, all central CT near the river though!
Trying to decide between this , a b8.5 s4 and a f30 335i
U happen to get any of those yet I’m looking for a new daily and had those cars in my lineup too
Believe get the Audi. It’s a driving exp
If you want pure fun and excitement, get an S4.
@@Justrelaxshawdytv late response but I got the f30
@@devindaoheuang9240 yea they’re awesome . My bud owns one
How does the ride of this compare to the e class?
As with most Audi’s from this era it slots somewhere between BMW and Mercedes in ride comfort. With Mercedes being the softest and BMW being the most stiff. The A6 is a nice balance between comfort and performance.
My 2013 A6 2.0 got totaled, and I loved it. Now looking into an A6 3.0 or an A7 😭😭 decisions decisions..?!.
crazy i jus wrecked my 2016 2.0 a6 and jus brought the a6 prestige 3.0 love this car⚡️
Is that really 8speed zf? In europe they are all 7 speed dual-clutch
Yep in the U.S. we got the ZF8. Jealous that you guys got the dual-clutch.
@@BuzzytheBlue Well I'm jealous that you got the 8speed😂
@@murtsiz99 Don't be! There's no tune for the ZF-8 speed transmission for the C7 A6 whereas there are plenty of tunes you can get for the 7 speed dual clutch. I have the 2012 Audi A6 3.0t in this exact color and I absolutely love it (APR stage 1). I love the transmission too, but the transmission unfortunately can't be tuned like the dual clutch can. The dual clutch changes gears faster as well. APR should be coming out with a tune for the ZF-8 speed transmission soon though as I have been in contact with them regarding tuning my transmission to shift at a higher rev limiter and get all around more power to the wheels.
@@christianjohnson8884 I would like the s-tronic but it really can't take over 200k km(125k miles) without mechatronics and clutch rebuild. The mechatronics does go faulty and wear clutches out
@@christianjohnson8884 Thats true it's little bit faster, but I like durability over performance. I'm just thinking of changing my C5 S6 manual to C6 A6 3.0T. Would go for the c7 if it had the zf, thats my opinion.
Do they give lot of problems in generally?
Not if well-maintained
I’ve had my 2017 A6 competition s-line since new. Scheduled maintenance, nothing else. The best daily driver I’ve ever owned. It’s a beast for our 🇨🇦 winters. I plan on keeping it long term, which is 8-10 yrs for me.
Should i get one with 128k miles? That seems pretty high
If it’s been well taken care of, good maintenance records etc I wouldn’t be too concerned if the price is right.
@BuzzytheBlue OK thanks . It's a 2012 they are selling it for 7.5k usd. I'm thinking about it..
is the oil burning situation serious on this car?
Which one. There are differences in the C7 and C7.5 with the latter using less. Either way, if I had to put a quart in the car every six months, it would be a small price to pay for a car with performance potential an luxury like this car.
@@Todd.T ２０１２audi a7 tfsi supercharge
I have a B9 S4 and miss the class and the supercharged A6. Opt for the Prestige with the Sports Package. You won’t regret it, and the aftermarket is there. Mine had just an intake, but Stage 1 / Stage 2 APR tune is the way to go. Ultracharger if you want 500hp!!
I haven’t driven a B9 yet. What makes you miss the supercharged engine versus the new turbo? Less instant power response?
BuzzytheBlue The A6 Unser boost sounded great. I’m completely stock in my B9 S4 and don’t get me wrong, I love it! On the butt dyno, it definitely felt faster and more nimble than the C7 S6 and S7 I drove . I think I just need a high flow car and APR tune to open the car up a little more, and make it more fun.
Haha have same stage 2 full intake sistem carbon fiber
My friend has one of these with 400hp tuned engine. Easily the best car i have ever driven. The power just feels insane. For example the E39 M5 felt nothing like this Audi.
Im running 450 on mine w a tune and only a few parts from IE
I'm possibly buying a 2013 A6 Prestige, how expensive is it to have it tuned? I felt like 310hp was a little weak, mainly comparing to a 400hp bmw 650i I used to have.
@@nathanielcraig3588well 400hp bmw is gonna feel faster than slightly above 300hp audi...
Are these pretty good cars😶 I was thinking about getting a bmw 535i or either mercedes e400 I like the fact it uses supercharged instead of the turbos😶
Coolant Leak, Motor Mounts, Thermostat, Water Pump
Issues with all of the above?
This car is about to hit 100,000 miles and hasn’t had any issues. The owner will be doing the water pump preventatively though.
i got a 2013 no leakes everything still works
My daily driver is a 2015 A6 Prestige. Bought used with 30k miles. Currently at 70k. No problems other than the brakes were in bad shape when I bought it.
@@Petermcnaughtonhomes Nice, Water Pump and Thermostat will come sooner than later now. Audi makes one of the most unreliable cooling systems in the world.
The worst is the coolant leak from the plastic pipe that runs under the supercharger from the thermostat housing. It's the labor that sucks
My only question is if it’s reliable?
Typically very much so! The 3.0T is a relatively trouble free engine, and the ZF 8 speed auto is also very durable.
@@BuzzytheBlue appreciate it man! I’ve been looking into them.
one *big* problem really the only one is a timing belt guild issue aeound 120k miles costs 900 to fix due to labor but after that you'll easily last upwards of 200k miles
@@ginsudiaz7675 $900, that's it? I thought it would be more than that.
Now C8 is out. In terms of exterior look, C7 still holds up to C8 since the major design point haven't been changed. However I like C7 better for not being all screens. I would just get after market Android Auto / AirPlay head unit which is compatible with MMI. Then it is good to go for 5 more years.
Especially agree regarding the screens. I enjoyed driving the C7 around with the main MMI display hidden. No replacement for true physical buttons/knobs.
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, WHY IS THE HAND BRAKE ON>??? WHAT IN THE WORLD
It isn’t, that is a wear indicator for the rear brake pads. This car wouldn’t have been going anywhere with the electronic handbrake engaged haha.
0:24 I thought this was going to be a video on Global Warming, where’s Greta Thunberg? 🤣
Ha! It’d be a short review…. “GET THE 2.0T OR YOURE KILLING THE RAINFOREST”
its so sad... here in the EU we only got the 3.0 TFS I with the 7spd dualclutch wich is just utter shit... you can destroy it just with a single launch...
Do you know if it’s a different DCT to the one in the B8 S4? It must be if they’re so fragile. That’s too bad.
The model started in 2011...
Here in the U.S. 2011 A6s are C6 generation. European markets got the C7 in early 2011, the U.S. in 2012.
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