Images: Audi C5.I A6 and A6 Avant (1997-99)
The Audi C5 Series I (C5.I) A6 sedan was released in November 1997, with the A6 Avant (wagon) following in October 1998. Manufactured in Neckarsulm, Germany, the A6 and A6 Avant were available with either 2.4- or 2.8-litre petrol V6 engines (the ‘2.4’ and ‘2.8’ variants, respectively), both mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. For the A6, both variants were available with the quattro four-wheel drive system; for the A6 Avant, however, only the 2.8 variant had quattro… Read full Audi C5 A6 review
Images: Audi C5.II A6 and A6 Avant (1999-01)
SReleased in October 1999, the Audi C5 Series II (C5.II) A6 and A6 Avant introduced improved safety equipment and re-tuned suspension for Australian conditions. The range was also revised: the 2.4 quattro models were discontinued, while the 2.8 variant was solely available with the quattro system. In April 2000, the A6 4.2 quattro was released.
Images: Audi C5.III A6 (2002-04)
Released in January 2002, the Audi C5 Series III (C5.III) A6 range introduced a subtle facelift, revised line-up, new engines and improved safety equipment; the A6 Avant, however, was discontinued. The 2.8 was effectively replaced by the 3.0, while a new 2.7TT variant was introduced; the C5.III A6 also introduced a continuously variable transmission (CVT, Audi’s ‘Multitronic’), while the 2.4’s engine was improved. The Audi C5.III A6 could be identified by its double radiator grille, clear lens headlights, revised tail-lights, larger passenger-side door mirror and visible exhaust pipes. Inside, there were new steering wheel and updated trim and instrumentation. Greater refinement was also achieved through improved door seals, thicker side windows and new wipers.
