Just test drove the 2008 Audi S6 and may be getting it for my wife. Any input on this car would be greatly appreciated.

 

i drove it a few weeks back. Very fun car, but not particularly smooth riding. Personally, it was a bit bone-jarring for a family sedan. It wouldn't bother me, but be cautious for the wife.

It's not a fun 0-60 car like the E55 or M5, but it shines at higher speeds and the engine sounds awesome over 3000 RPM.

 

Thanks for your input. She currently drives a 06 BMW 525 and it is very boring to me. We go for drives on the weekends and since I modded my 996 exhaust,turbos, ECU, etc. she thinks the car is too loud and snaps her neck LOL. I thought this car may be an option.

 

i think it would be perfect for a lady. they are quite slow and easy to drive but as mentioned the ride is a little harsh

 

Wait for the rs6 .

 

If it was smaller, lighter, and for me I would but it would be to much car (rs6) for her...I think.

 

I am not sure I'd agree with this statement...it's slower than the comparable BMW & MB, but it's certainly not slow.


FWIW, I also have an E55, and performance wise the E55 is a sure winner. However, I love the interior layout, technology, and price point of the S6 much more. Be forwarned, they do not lease very well due to low residuals.

 

Trojanman thanks for your input. I agree I didn't find it slow. It's fast enough for her and wont put me to sleep when I am driving it. We will be picking the car up tomorrow... I think. We won't be leasing but thanks for the heads up. Do you feel this car will hold up well?

 

im not saying it's honda civic slow, i just think its a lot slower than its competition. i think JWC put it best when he said "wont put me to sleep".

 

I was talking about my wifes current car BMW 525 that puts me to sleep, meaning that I don't think the S6 would. I drove the S6 for an hour or so on some nice mountain roads in Charlottesville, VA and really liked it.

 

You do not have to wait for the new RS6 you can have mine for less

 

Well I pulled the trigger last night and purchased the 08 S6.