2017
Audi S6

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$70,900

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Available trims

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4.0 TFSI Premium Plus

Starts at

$70,900

18 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8

Engine

All Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4.0 TFSI Prestige

Starts at

$70,900

18 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8

Engine

All Wheel Drive

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Notable features

450-hp, twin-turbo V-8 engine

Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic

All-wheel drive

Seats five

Navigation system standard

The good & the bad

The good

Amazing acceleration

Outstanding ride quality

Excellent seat comfort

Subtly aggressive appearance

The bad

Steering lacks feedback

Backseat really fits only two

Options make sticker price climb quickly

Summer tires only

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Expert 2017 Audi S6 review

Our expert's take

By Cars.com editors

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Vehicle Overview

What it is: The Audi S6 is the muscle car of the A6 line, highlighted by its 4.0-liter V-8 engine with twin turbochargers. The V-8 makes 450 horsepower, and it teams with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Quattro all-wheel drive is standard.

What’s Special

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

Here’s info on the regular A6:
What it is: The Audi A6 is a midsize luxury sedan available with front- or all-wheel drive and a choice of gas engines: a turbocharged four-cylinder or a supercharged V-6. Audi has stopped offering a turbo-diesel V-6 while it works to resolve an emissions-cheating scandal. Competitors include the BMW 5 Series, Cadillac CTS, Jaguar XF and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. A related S6 performance version comes with a 450-hp, twin-turbocharged V-8 engine.
New for 2017
A smartphone interface that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is standard on V-6 models and optional on four-cylinder cars. A new all-wheel-drive 3.0T Competition model has 340 hp (7 hp more than other V-6 models), a rear sport differential, 20-inch wheels, red brake calipers and black mirror housings. Inside, the leather sport seats have diamond-pattern contrast stitching and a flat-bottom steering wheel with shift paddles.
Significant Standard Features

252-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
Front-wheel drive
Power moonroof
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Leather upholstery
Heated front seats
Front and rear parking sensors
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

333-hp, supercharged 3.0-liter V-6 engine (340 hp in 3.0T Competition model)
All-wheel drive
LED headlights
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone interface
Audi Connect communication system with 4G LTE connectivity
Heated rear seats and ventilated front seats
Four-zone automatic climate control
Blind spot warning system
Backup camera
Night vision with pedestrian and animal detection

2017 Audi S6 review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

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

252-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
Front-wheel drive
Power moonroof
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Leather upholstery
Heated front seats
Front and rear parking sensors
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

333-hp, supercharged 3.0-liter V-6 engine (340 hp in 3.0T Competition model)
All-wheel drive
LED headlights
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone interface
Audi Connect communication system with 4G LTE connectivity
Heated rear seats and ventilated front seats
Four-zone automatic climate control
Blind spot warning system
Backup camera
Night vision with pedestrian and animal detection

Safety review

Based on the 2017 Audi S6 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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Most recent

By Audiman from Uniontown, OH

Owns this car

February 11, 2021

Truly special car
I have owned a number of Audi cars and this is by far the best I have driven. It is very quiet and smooth and the acceleration is the best aspect of the car. I purchased it used with low mileage and it is a great value. This car will be memorable.
Purchased a Used car

Used for Having fun

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 4.0

Reliability 5.0

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By Sammy from Austin, TX

Owns this car

November 21, 2019

Perfect balance of performance, comfort and luxury
You can really have fun with this car. Drive on rails, takes sharp turns at high speed effortlessly. The acceleration can be mind numbing, especially with Launch Control. Mine was well equipped (e.g. perf package, massage and ventilated seats, etc.) so it made it even more enjoyable. It's quiet and comfy when you want it to,
like driving the family around, and you can wake up the beast for some personal fun on the track, empty canyon roads or highway ramps.
Purchased a New car

Used for Transporting family

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 4.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By DLNH from NH

Test drove this car

December 20, 2017

Disappointing test drive
I really wanted to like the S6. C&D magazine gave it a win against the F10 M5 and E65. I drove it twice, extensively, because I really wanted to like it. Pros: The engine and transmission allow for extremely quick acceleration. It made me smile every time I put my foot down. It just GOES, extremely effortless acceleration.
The interior is very well made. The displays are clear and beautiful. Cons: The car is not fun to drive unless you only care about acceleration. It is solid, quiet, stable, it can take high speed turns well, but the steering is so lifeless. You can change it to a nicely firm "sport" setting, but there is still no steering feel. It's like a better Lexus LS than Lexus could muster. I gave my $80k to the Porsche dealer next door.
Purchased a Used car

Does not recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 4.0

Performance 3.0

Value 4.0

Exterior 4.0

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By dickie from Denver, CO

Owns this car

June 24, 2017

New S6 V8 Prestige
Very elegant, smooth-driving understated beast. Feels like a nimble tank (3 driving modes) gripping the road with not-so-subtle 4 exhaust rumble. Has the latest in technology, with the great easy-to-use Audi navigation & cruise systems. Heads-up display a real bonus. Sport seats, with thigh extender, very comfortable; will
be great on long trips, especially with the 4-cylinder deactivation fuel savings provision (probably more economical than V6). Feels like precision machine.
Purchased a New car

Used for Having fun

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 2017 Audi S6?

The 2017 Audi S6 is available in 2 trim levels:

Premium Plus (1 style)
Prestige (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2017 Audi S6?

The 2017 Audi S6 offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 27 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.

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Is the 2017 Audi S6 reliable?

The 2017 Audi S6 has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2017 Audi S6 owners.

Is the 2017 Audi S6 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2017 Audi S6. 75.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5

Based on 4 reviews

Comfort: 5.0
Interior: 4.8
Performance: 4.5
Value: 4.5
Exterior: 4.5
Reliability: 5.0

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