How much does one need to make in order to afford to purchase an Audi A6?

Answer 1

It's tough to answer the question "How much does one need to make ... ?" Each consumer has his own comfort level for incurring debt. He would also need to account for basic living expenses and any additional expenses for consumer goods, education, and other financial obligations. Income is a relative factor, really. The person who spends as much as he makes may not be able to afford a higher-end auto, whereas his more frugal counterpart might.

I can't speak to the A6, but I know that the A4 depreciates rapidly. Plus, here in the midwest they're popular cars because of the AWD, making them inexpensive to purchase pre-owned.

You might want to approach the question from the stance of, "How much do I have available for a car payment?" Then, research average retail prices for new and used models, through any number of online sources (Kelly, for example). Examine interest rates and loan terms to see if you're comfortable with the monthly payment and length of the loan.

Good luck!

Answer 2

My assumption is that the average take home gross salaries for the people who drive A6's is at the very least $80,000 - and those people are spending a large portion of their money on that car, or they're financing it for the next 6 years.

Hypothetically, a new 2006 A6 costs $50k. If you lease that car for 36 months and it depreciates 50% over that time, you'll be paying for $25k of that. Now you can simply divide that 25k over 36 months and right there, without taxes and interest for financing you're spending $700/month. I'm being very general with my estimates, and I'm lowballing here.

Call an Audi dealership today and ask them to give you the monthly lease on a modestly equiped A6, for 36 months right there over the phone. Tell them to give you a ballpark estimate. You can probably email a dealership. Somewhere in that ballpark is what it's going to take to afford it.

Audis are just like any other car (I've owned a TT) and after a few years parts need replacing and service needs to be done. Service and parts on these European cars is not cheap. If you hold on to the car for 5 years most likely you're going to come across some major servicing and it's going to cost you. This is why I've suggested a 3 year lease. Within that timeframe many of issues that will arise will be covered by Audi, outside of 3 years, some will not.

Answer 3

The way to buy an A6 is to buy one that's used - about two years old. They depreciate VERY hard in the first two years - so, you can get a nearly new car that's just what you want, low miles, extended warranty, for less than half price.

A two year old A6 is priced about like a new 4 cylinder Toyota Camry; the gas mileage will be worse, but insurance and such will be comparable.

I've had several friends who've had A6 and A4 that were used, and they've had EXTREMELY good luck with them. Avoid the 2.7T engine, and the Quattro drive, unless you're in a snowy climate.

Answer 4

I have owned several Audis and in my personal opinion the A6 is my favorite. You should be putting up at least 40grand if not more.

If you are just trying the car out, I'd highly suggest leasing them. They are easy to maintain and it costs a lot less this way.

Answer 5

check with audiusa.com
here is the deal they offer

Now, for a limited time, Audi is offering an exceptional lease through Audi Financial Services on a nicely equipped 2006 A6 3.2 quattro® Sedan with 6-Speed Automatic Tiptronic Transmission, Premium package and Sunroof Package. (See complete details below.) This offer is good through July 5, 2006 so hurry into your local Audi dealer today to take advantage of these winning savings.

2006 A6 3.2 quattro® Sedan
$499 per month
36-month lease*
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Down payment $2,499 ($3,499 - $1,000 Loyalty/Conquest)
Refundable security deposit N/A
Acquisition fee $575
First month's payment $499
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Amount due at lease inception $3,573

Answer 6

Their lowest car is around 30k, and higest is around 125K, but normally a person with a good wage and in the middle class can afford it. It's not expensive compared to BMW or Maseratti

Answer 7

What? How old are you? I would say that is is an expensive car and money waste...i would go for anything that wil last a while...tough not features...leather -- retarded...engine parts made of steel instead of ceramic(Audi likes ceramics beause it is lighter...) -- worth it...