Re: A6 Avant (Re: Audi at the NY Auto Show)

["Osman Parvez" <oparvez1@nycap.rr.com>]

Dan S:
> >- The Avant has 36.4 cu ft trunk capacity, as well as best in class
> >  rear legroom and rear headroom.  [I have a full press kit and 
> >  can share any other details you may wish for.  There are some
> >  very interesting options including a warm weather package,
> >  xenon HID lights, rear jump seats (for kids), rear side 
> >  airbags, etc]  The base car includes quattro and Tiptronic,
> >  with a base price of $36,600.    It features 5 3pt safety belts.

Virtual Bob:
> 
> Road&Track May says the A6 Avant will only come in auto (Tiptronic). Is
> that true? No other engine option than that power-deficient V6?

I had another chance to drive the A6 tonight to show a customer. There are
huge improvements with the 30v head. The old engine made 172hp, the new one
makes 200hp. But it's not just a number improvement. The improvement is
noticeable at all speeds. I don't think it is as power deficient as you
think. It isn't the knock you in the seat feel of a chipped turbo
5cylinder, but it's still a big improvement. My $0.02.

Osman Parvez
Albany, NY
89 200q, TAP Chip, 171K