New Audi A6 suspension

Am about to order a new Audi A6 2.0 TDI Auto on contract hire. Really prefer the look of the S Line to the SE, and it is only an extra £8 per month. I note that you ran an A6 S Line as a long term test.

Were you happy that the S Line suspension is not spine-snapping (AKA BMW M Sport)? I will be keeping the 18-inch wheels. I note you ran it on 20s. For comparison I am currently have a Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sport.

Asked on 17 December 2012 by Ben

Answered by Honest John

An A6 2.0TDI is best on 16-inch wheels with 205/55 R16 tyres. Anything bigger is bling and uncomfortable over sharp ridges and also likely to suffer tyre and wheel damage by potholes (which you will be liable for).

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