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2018 Audi A6

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$49,700
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Key specifications

Highlights
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Engine Type
25 City / 34 Hwy
MPG
252 hp
Horsepower
5
Seating Capacity
Engine
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Engine Type
2.0 L/121
Displacement
252 @ 5000
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
273 @ 1600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
Suspension
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear
Weight & Capacity
N/A
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
20 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
3,858 lbs
Base Curb Weight
N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Safety
Standard
Backup Camera
Standard
Automatic Emergency Braking
Standard
Stability Control
Entertainment
Standard
Bluetooth®
Electrical
N/A
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
180
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
Brakes
N/A
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
13 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
14 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Notable features

Navigation system now standard
Four-cylinder or V-6 gas engine
Front- or all-wheel drive
4G LTE in-car Wi-Fi available
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto smartphone connectivity available
High-performance S6 version available

Engine

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 Engine Type
2.0 L/121 Displacement
252 @ 5000 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
273 @ 1600 SAE Net Torque @ RPM

Suspension

Multi-Link Suspension Type - Front
Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Multi-Link Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear

Weight & Capacity

N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
20 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
3,858 lbs Base Curb Weight
N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

Safety

Standard Backup Camera
Standard Automatic Emergency Braking
Standard Stability Control

Entertainment

Standard Bluetooth®

Electrical

N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
180 Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

Brakes

N/A Drum - Rear (Yes or )
13 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
14 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
4-Wheel Brake ABS System
4-Wheel Disc Brake Type

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The good & the bad

The good

Strong acceleration
Top-notch interior quality, attention to detail
Comfortable front seats
Multimedia system performance
Excellent visibility

The bad

Numb steering
Not much legroom in back
Hard to tell apart from other Audi sedans
Audi Connect requires its own data plan

Expert 2018 Audi A6 review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
By Cars.com editors
Full article
our expert's take


What it is: The Audi A6 is a mid-size luxury sedan available with front- or all-wheel drive and a choice of gas engines: a turbocharged four-cylinder or a supercharged V-6.  Competitors include the BMW 5 Series, Cadillac CTS, Jaguar XF and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. A related S6 performance version comes with a 450-horsepower, twin-turbocharged V-8 engine.



(Skip to details on the S6)


A navigation system and the Audi Advanced Key are now standard. Premium Plus trim levels add LED headlights and cabin lighting while the Prestige version gains a 360-degree camera system.

S6
The S6 is the muscle car of the A6 line, highlighted by its 4.0-liter V-8 engine with twin turbochargers. The V-8 teams with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. All-wheel drive is standard.

What’s Special

  • Adaptive air suspension with lowered ride height
  • Available full-LED headlights
  • Available Black Optic Package with gloss-black exterior trim and 20-inch wheels
  • Available Sport Package with sport differential, dynamic steering

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2018 Audi A6 review: Our expert's take


What it is: The Audi A6 is a mid-size luxury sedan available with front- or all-wheel drive and a choice of gas engines: a turbocharged four-cylinder or a supercharged V-6.  Competitors include the BMW 5 Series, Cadillac CTS, Jaguar XF and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. A related S6 performance version comes with a 450-horsepower, twin-turbocharged V-8 engine.



(Skip to details on the S6)


A navigation system and the Audi Advanced Key are now standard. Premium Plus trim levels add LED headlights and cabin lighting while the Prestige version gains a 360-degree camera system.

S6
The S6 is the muscle car of the A6 line, highlighted by its 4.0-liter V-8 engine with twin turbochargers. The V-8 teams with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. All-wheel drive is standard.

What’s Special

  • Adaptive air suspension with lowered ride height
  • Available full-LED headlights
  • Available Black Optic Package with gloss-black exterior trim and 20-inch wheels
  • Available Sport Package with sport differential, dynamic steering

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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Audi A6 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.0%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.0%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Maintenance
1 years / 10,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
1 year or 20,000 miles (whichever occurs first)
Dealer certification
125-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.7 / 5
Based on 23 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.7
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

Very comfortable ride. The car suits my needs an.

The car meets my needs for the next few years. I’m happy with the handling and the gas mileage so far. I’m satisfied with all the features and the car is comfortable and easy to drive.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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This car is in very good condition!

The comfort level, the interior and exterior, the wheels, rims all are in great condition. I really like this car. Best Purchase ever!! Good place to buy a car.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Audi A6?

The 2018 Audi A6 is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Premium (3 styles)
  • Premium Plus (3 styles)
  • Prestige (1 style)
  • Sport (3 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Audi A6?

The 2018 Audi A6 offers up to 25 MPG in city driving and 34 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2018 Audi A6?

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Is the 2018 Audi A6 reliable?

The 2018 Audi A6 has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Audi A6 owners.

Is the 2018 Audi A6 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Audi A6. 91.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 23 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.9

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