Audi A6 C6 has a reputation as a reliable car. Regular oil changes recommended every 8,000 km for direct injection engines. CVT transmission issues can occur in front-wheel drive models. Timing chain tensioners can fail in V6 and V8 engines
Peugeot 206 sold nearly 6.5 million units 11 years ago. Model includes hatchbacks, station wagon, sedan and convertible coupe. Sedan produced in Iran, unlike other versions. Received 4/5 stars in EuroNCAP crash tests in 2000
ENG codes indicate various sensor and controller malfunctions. Communication problems with armrest, instruments or transmission controllers. Transmission clutch and solenoid issues affect shifting and shifting. Battery voltage problems affect clutch solenoid operation
BMW M54 engine introduced in 2000, replaced by N52 in 2006. Simple design makes it one of BMW's most reliable engines. Engine can last up to 300,000 miles with proper maintenance
BMW B48 is a turbocharged inline-4 engine with nearly identical construction to B58. B48 and B58 share similar reliability despite different cylinder counts. B48 produces 126 hp/liter, B58 produces 108 hp/liter
Manufacturers issue free recalls when problems are detected. Check recalls on AutoRecalls.co by model year