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uncanny. G-force has never been
quickly totting up beyond £60,000 is a
so unthreatening.
given. It’s big, hugely capable and
Most roads simply aren’t big
prestigious, but smaller premium
enough for the S6 to stretch its legs,
brand cars that will do the job just as
but at normal speeds it’s as stable as
well could offer a much better
Ayers Rock. Sure, it’s firm over
value alternative.
bumps on its huge (optional) 21-inch
The S6 is a gentleman’s express;
wheels, but if history has taught us
a large, powerful and long-legged
anything it’s that Audi buyers don’t
car with the ability to cross
tend to mind sacrificing ride quality
continents at speed without breaking
for aesthetics.
a sweat. It’s not particularly
At £56,000, the saloon is not a
affordable or cheap to run, but it is
cheap car. And at that price
very lovely. If money is no problem
Audi kindly leaves a lot of the
and the new looks light your fire
technology and luxury that you’re
more than ever, this is a solid choice
likely to want on the options list, so
that won’t leave you disappointed.
FACTS AT A GLANCE AUDI S6 SALOON, FROM £56,000 Engine: 4.0-litre turbocharged petrol V8 producing 444bhp and 406lb/ft of torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic driving all four wheels Performance: Top speed 155mph, 0-62mph in 4.4 seconds Economy: 30.7mpg combined Emissions: 216g/km of CO2
If this car was a suit... It would be from Marks & Spencer. It’s smart, well put together and stylish, but eminently sensible MARCH 2015
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