Carsieve Audi A6 C5 2.4, 165 PS, 5-speed manual, all-wheel drive (1997–2001)
- Power
- 165 PS (121 kW)
- Engine codes
- –
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
- Production years
- 1997–2001
- Running cost per month
- €565
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Median price
- €2,222
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Audi A6 C5 (1997-2004): known problems and buying guide
Buy only with timing-belt and camshaft records for the 2.5 V6 TDI, and avoid a multitronic with judder or no service history.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water in the footwell and comfort module | All models | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Front suspension wishbones and joints | All models | 80,000-100,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Brittle brake hoses | All models, mainly cars over five years old | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Front suspension: on a bumpy road, listen for clonks from the front. Knocks over bumps or a loose steering feel are a bad sign. No tools needed.
- Water in the footwell: lift the carpets under the front seats and check for damp or a musty smell. Check the bulkhead drain holes for blockage. Damp carpets or blocked drains are a bad sign.
- Brittle brake hoses: look at the rubber hoses at each wheel for cracks or swelling. Cracked or swollen hoses are a bad sign.
Running costs
| Operational | €326 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €124 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €115 |
| Total per month | €565 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €37 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 51
- 25th percentile
- €1,500
- Median price
- €2,222
- 75th percentile
- €2,999
- Median mileage
- 227,041 km
- Median first registration
- 1999
- Dealer share
- 23.5%
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Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 2 | – | – |
| 2000 | 15 | €1,995 | 222,000 km |
| 1999 | 9 | €2,999 | 199,020 km |
| 1998 | 18 | €1,899 | 229,764 km |
| 1997 | 7 | €2,800 | 182,000 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 51 | €2,222 | €1,500 – €2,999 | 227,041 km |
| Oct 2026 | 51 | €2,222 | €1,500 – €2,999 | 227,041 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 2 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A6 2.4 quattro | 165 PS | Saloon | 4 | 1997–2001 | €569 |
| A6 Avant 2.4 quattro | 165 PS | Estate | 5 | 2001 | €563 |