Originally Posted by macct' date='Dec 19 2004, 08:07 PM

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My final candidates were the 530i or the new A6 3.2.? I selected the 530i b/c I felt the car was more dynamic and fun-to-drive. I am also a bit concerned about the 5 series snow performance, but thought it would be worth a try.? I deal with a 70 mile commute & we have b/w 10-14 snow storms in my part of CT.? The streets are generally pretty clear the next day though.?

I will put snows on the std 17" rims.? I doubt the car will be as good as my X5 or my past Audis (better than the X5), but hopefully better than the avg. FWD car w/o snow tires.? Comments from existing owners have been reassuring.? I was surprised though when I told a few co-workers about changing from the X5 to the 530i.? They thought I was crazy to go to RWD car (albeit I think technology has improved from their point of reference).

Ultimately, how much snow and how big of a commute?? Are the road pretty dry & clear b/w storms?? The A6 w/ snow tires is a great combination for bad weather, but won't be as much fun-to-drive. I really like the look of the new A6, but feel the car is still front heavy with less communicative steering.? I think the car does everything well, but doesn't have the overall synergy of the 5 series.? I would also expect some first year gremlins with the Audi.? I really like Audi's , but had my share of issues with the first model year (A6 and S4).? Good luck in what you decide.